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A reflective blog since 2017 The Apples in My Orchard

Did You Know?

Did you know that I also write on Medium.com? I have been a writer there since 2022. My address page can be found at: https://carollabuzzetta.medium.com/ Medium is a membership platform, but I can share with a friend link, too.

Formal Education

My background is varied. I earned a BSN from Alfred University in New York, a Master's in Child Health from SUNY Buffalo, and another Master's from UW- Steven's Point in Natural Resources, with an emphasis on Environmental Education.

What do I write about?

I write about life. You will find my articles focus on travel, education, community involvement, gardening, and sometimes parenting, although those days are mostly behind me now. I value honesty and transparency, as well as education, service, & creativity.

Month: August 2026

Poetry

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What started it for me? My interest in poetry began when I taught a third-grade writer’s circle at our elementary school. My youngest son had a teacher who I knew would let me contribute in any way possible. So I approached her about hosting a writer’s circle once a week for the three third-grade classes….

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summer setting sun over a small lake with a table and chairs on a dock.

Poetry Friday: Mishmash

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Hello and welcome to Poetry Friday. Molly Hogan has the roundup here if you’d like some inspiration from her recent work and participation in a workshop. Thanks for hosting, Molly! Summer has gone fast. Our hillside project going to the dock is nearing completion. My husband has worked hard at engineering this space and, as usual, has…

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