in my yard, the incredible dandelion; photo by Sheri42
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NaPoWriMo The Dandelion

celebrate the resilience of dandelions as a metaphor for embracing diversity and personal growth, emphasizing the importance of kindness, self-acceptance, and coexistence.

phlox diffusa
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NaPoWriMo Spring Delights Spreading Phlox

Mats of phlox diffusa bloom beautifully among glacial rocks, showcasing nature’s delight throughout spring and summer.

Kwanzan Cherry Tree blossoms photo by Sheri Edwards
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NaPoWriMo Kwanzan Cherry Tree

The Kwanzan Cherry Tree on Stevens Street showcases fragrant double pink blossoms and vibrant leaves, evoking fairy imagery during early spring.

lupin
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NaPoWriMo Fairy Slippers Found

About fairies, finding evidence in wildflowers, particularly lupine, and invites readers to witness their whimsical May Day dance.

sunflower: arrowleaf balsamroot
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NaPoWriMo Nature and the Columbia River

Washington Flats, located near the Columbia River, offers scenic hiking opportunities amidst diverse flora, inspiring a poem celebrating nature's beauty during a spring visit.

dragonfly silk painting by Sheri42
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Weekly WrapUp Silk, Doodles, Hothouse Florals

Art strategies using ProCreate; highlights classes by Jennifer Nichols, showcases completed artworks, and encourages daily poetry writing during National Poetry Month.

prairie star wildflower at Crescent Bay in April by Sheri Edwards
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NaPoWriMo You Might Miss Them

Spring wildflowers, like prairie stars, bloom beneath bitterbrush. Two poetic forms—Hay(na)ku and sijo—capture their beauty and fleeting nature in concise structures.

Flowering antelope bitterbrush of eastern Washington State in April, 2026
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NaPoWriMo Safe Under The Big Sagebrush

A walk at Crescent Bay reveals a rabbit hiding beneath Big Sagebrush while blooming antelope bitterbrush enchants with its yellow flowers. Nature's beauty inspires a poetic haibun reflection.

5 petaled flowers on spreading phlox; phlox diffusa ; photo by Sheri Edwards
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NaPoWriMo Spreading Phlox

Colorful spreading phlox bloom on dry hillsides, providing early food for bumblebees while bringing joy through their vibrant summer displays.

yellow spring flowers of the Oregon Grape-- a favorite of bees and butterflies
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NaPoWriMo Lovely Oregon Grape

The Oregon Grape thrives year-round, offering shelter, food, and vibrant seasonal changes, creating a natural habitat and beautiful garden hedge for wildlife.