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  • Which Flowers Are Daffodils, Narcissus, or Jonquils?

    CHE_6285 - Version 22013-04-27-Narcissus- salmon- center-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Do you find yourself asking, "Is that a narcissus or a daffodil?" Or, "Which ones are jonquils?" We did, so we've hunted down the answers for you. 

    CHE_6345 - Version 22013-04-27-Narcissus- yellow-jonquils-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Actually, they can all be called narcissus or more formally narcissus jonquilla. We found a great set of questions and answers at the American Daffodil Society's website. Please visit their site for a great section of frequently asked questions about these lovely plants that trumpet the arrival of spring.

    About jonquils, they say, "In some parts of the country any yellow daffodil is called a jonquil, usually incorrectly. As a rule, but not always, jonquil species and hybrids are characterized by several yellow flowers, strong scent, and rounded foliage. The hybrids are confined to Division 7 and the term "jonquil" should be applied only to daffodils in Division 7 or species in Division 13 known to belong to the jonquil group."

    CHE_6473 - Version 22013-04-27-Narcissus- yellow-jonquils-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

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    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2013 Penny Cherubino  

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  • Which Flowers Are Daffodils, Narcissus, or Jonquils?

    CHE_6285 - Version 22013-04-27-Narcissus- salmon- center-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Do you find yourself asking, "Is that a narcissus or a daffodil?" Or, "Which ones are jonquils?" We did, so we've hunted down the answers for you. 

    CHE_6345 - Version 22013-04-27-Narcissus- yellow-jonquils-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Actually, they can all be called narcissus or more formally narcissus jonquilla. We found a great set of questions and answers at the American Daffodil Society's website. Please visit their site for a great section of frequently asked questions about these lovely plants that trumpet the arrival of spring.

    About jonquils, they say, "In some parts of the country any yellow daffodil is called a jonquil, usually incorrectly. As a rule, but not always, jonquil species and hybrids are characterized by several yellow flowers, strong scent, and rounded foliage. The hybrids are confined to Division 7 and the term "jonquil" should be applied only to daffodils in Division 7 or species in Division 13 known to belong to the jonquil group."

    CHE_6473 - Version 22013-04-27-Narcissus- yellow-jonquils-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

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    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2013 Penny Cherubino  

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    Daffodils: "For New Beginnings"

  • Which Flowers Are Daffodils, Narcissus, or Jonquils?

    CHE_6285 - Version 22013-04-27-Narcissus- salmon- center-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Do you find yourself asking, "Is that a narcissus or a daffodil?" Or, "Which ones are jonquils?" We did, so we've hunted down the answers for you. 

    CHE_6345 - Version 22013-04-27-Narcissus- yellow-jonquils-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Actually, they can all be called narcissus or more formally narcissus jonquilla. We found a great set of questions and answers at the American Daffodil Society's website. Please visit their site for a great section of frequently asked questions about these lovely plants that trumpet the arrival of spring.

    About jonquils, they say, "In some parts of the country any yellow daffodil is called a jonquil, usually incorrectly. As a rule, but not always, jonquil species and hybrids are characterized by several yellow flowers, strong scent, and rounded foliage. The hybrids are confined to Division 7 and the term "jonquil" should be applied only to daffodils in Division 7 or species in Division 13 known to belong to the jonquil group."

    CHE_6473 - Version 22013-04-27-Narcissus- yellow-jonquils-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

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    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2013 Penny Cherubino  

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  • If You Missed the Back Bay Sun Last Week

    Back Bay Sun Cover

    Friends and neighbors still had a bit of difficulty finding copies of the Back Bay Sun that came out on Tuesday, April 23rd. Many of the places where they usually pick up a copy were locked down for part of the week.

    It was a difficult week to decide on what to use as a cover photo. We sent a couple of options to the editors. We're happy they decided to use this photo that Penny took from the photo bridge over the Boston Marathon finish line early in the morning on April 15th. Most of the week, these flags were still in place.

    You can read some of the stories at the newspaper's website www.backbaysun.com and download a copy of the paper by clicking on the "Full Print Edition" icon in the left hand column. The new issue is usually on the website by Wednesday of each week. Since that icon only lasts until the next paper is pubished, we have uploaded a copy to this link, so that you can find it anytime.

    Here's a list of the places where you can pick up a copy of The Back Bay Sun. We usually get ours in the Circulation Room at the Boston Public Library in Copley Square. There, you'll also find copies of the Beacon Hill Times and the North End Regional Review. 

    Screen shot 2013-04-18 at 8.49.57 AM
    Here's a list of the other places where you can find copies of this local paper. 

    Disclosure: Yes, that is one of Penny's photos on the cover. The Independent Newspaper Group, owner of all three of these papers, is one of our freelance clients and you'll see our photographs, columns, and articles in their newpapers. 

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     Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2013 Penny Cherubino (Location list courtesy of the Back Bay Sun.)

    Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers' comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

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  • If You Missed the Back Bay Sun Last Week

    Back Bay Sun Cover

    Friends and neighbors still had a bit of difficulty finding copies of the Back Bay Sun that came out on Tuesday, April 23rd. Many of the places where they usually pick up a copy were locked down for part of the week.

    It was a difficult week to decide on what to use as a cover photo. We sent a couple of options to the editors. We're happy they decided to use this photo that Penny took from the photo bridge over the Boston Marathon finish line early in the morning on April 15th. Most of the week, these flags were still in place.

    You can read some of the stories at the newspaper's website www.backbaysun.com and download a copy of the paper by clicking on the "Full Print Edition" icon in the left hand column. The new issue is usually on the website by Wednesday of each week. Since that icon only lasts until the next paper is pubished, we have uploaded a copy to this link, so that you can find it anytime.

    Here's a list of the places where you can pick up a copy of The Back Bay Sun. We usually get ours in the Circulation Room at the Boston Public Library in Copley Square. There, you'll also find copies of the Beacon Hill Times and the North End Regional Review. 

    Screen shot 2013-04-18 at 8.49.57 AM
    Here's a list of the other places where you can find copies of this local paper. 

    Disclosure: Yes, that is one of Penny's photos on the cover. The Independent Newspaper Group, owner of all three of these papers, is one of our freelance clients and you'll see our photographs, columns, and articles in their newpapers. 

    Do you have an Amazon Gift Certificate to use? Or do you need to buy one for a gift? Remember to click over to Amazon from here to support this site!

     Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2013 Penny Cherubino (Location list courtesy of the Back Bay Sun.)

    Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers' comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

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    No Fooling! A New Boston Food Truck Schedule, April 1st
    Truly Boston's Finest: Police Dispatchers Too!
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  • If You Missed the Back Bay Sun Last Week

    Back Bay Sun Cover

    Friends and neighbors still had a bit of difficulty finding copies of the Back Bay Sun that came out on Tuesday, April 23rd. Many of the places where they usually pick up a copy were locked down for part of the week.

    It was a difficult week to decide on what to use as a cover photo. We sent a couple of options to the editors. We're happy they decided to use this photo that Penny took from the photo bridge over the Boston Marathon finish line early in the morning on April 15th. Most of the week, these flags were still in place.

    You can read some of the stories at the newspaper's website www.backbaysun.com and download a copy of the paper by clicking on the "Full Print Edition" icon in the left hand column. The new issue is usually on the website by Wednesday of each week. Since that icon only lasts until the next paper is pubished, we have uploaded a copy to this link, so that you can find it anytime.

    Here's a list of the places where you can pick up a copy of The Back Bay Sun. We usually get ours in the Circulation Room at the Boston Public Library in Copley Square. There, you'll also find copies of the Beacon Hill Times and the North End Regional Review. 

    Screen shot 2013-04-18 at 8.49.57 AM
    Here's a list of the other places where you can find copies of this local paper. 

    Disclosure: Yes, that is one of Penny's photos on the cover. The Independent Newspaper Group, owner of all three of these papers, is one of our freelance clients and you'll see our photographs, columns, and articles in their newpapers. 

    Do you have an Amazon Gift Certificate to use? Or do you need to buy one for a gift? Remember to click over to Amazon from here to support this site!

     Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2013 Penny Cherubino (Location list courtesy of the Back Bay Sun.)

    Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers' comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

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  • Painting the Town: Fresh Paint Event from the Copley Society

    PMC_3140 - Version 22012-05-20-hilary-baldwin-fresh-paint-copley-society-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Once a year, the Copley Society sends its artist members across the city to capture Boston at that moment in time. The event is called Fresh Paint. The works produced are sold a week later at a gala auction to benefit the organization.

    They say: "The Copley Society of Art, Co|So, is the oldest non-profit art association in the United States, with a history dating back to 1879. We currently represent over 500 living artist members, ranging in experience from students to nationally-recognized artists and in style from traditional and academic realists to contemporary and abstract painters, photographers, and sculptors."

    We Say: This is one of our favorite walks of the year. It's free, you pick your route, you get to meet and chat with talented people, and you can even take your dog along. And, the Co|So gallery on Newbury Street is always worth a visit. Drop by before the weekend, pick up a map, gather some friends, and enjoy this uniquely Boston experience.

    In the photo above from last year, artist Hilary Baldwin had a perfect day to paint a scene of the Public Garden and the Back Bay beyond. 

    Copley Society of Art

    158 Newbury St, Boston, MA

    Phone: 617- 536-5049 ‎ 

    www.copleysociety.org

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    Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photos: ©2012 Penny Cherubino 

    Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers' comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

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  • Painting the Town: Fresh Paint Event from the Copley Society

    PMC_3140 - Version 22012-05-20-hilary-baldwin-fresh-paint-copley-society-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Once a year, the Copley Society sends its artist members across the city to capture Boston at that moment in time. The event is called Fresh Paint. The works produced are sold a week later at a gala auction to benefit the organization.

    They say: "The Copley Society of Art, Co|So, is the oldest non-profit art association in the United States, with a history dating back to 1879. We currently represent over 500 living artist members, ranging in experience from students to nationally-recognized artists and in style from traditional and academic realists to contemporary and abstract painters, photographers, and sculptors."

    We Say: This is one of our favorite walks of the year. It's free, you pick your route, you get to meet and chat with talented people, and you can even take your dog along. And, the Co|So gallery on Newbury Street is always worth a visit. Drop by before the weekend, pick up a map, gather some friends, and enjoy this uniquely Boston experience.

    In the photo above from last year, artist Hilary Baldwin had a perfect day to paint a scene of the Public Garden and the Back Bay beyond. 

    Copley Society of Art

    158 Newbury St, Boston, MA

    Phone: 617- 536-5049 ‎ 

    www.copleysociety.org

    What's on your Artistic Shopping List? Shop Amazon for all your arts & craft needs and support this site!

    Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photos: ©2012 Penny Cherubino 

    Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers' comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

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    The Japanese Lantern in The Public Garden – New & Historic Photos

  • Painting the Town: Fresh Paint Event from the Copley Society

    PMC_3140 - Version 22012-05-20-hilary-baldwin-fresh-paint-copley-society-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Once a year, the Copley Society sends its artist members across the city to capture Boston at that moment in time. The event is called Fresh Paint. The works produced are sold a week later at a gala auction to benefit the organization.

    They say: "The Copley Society of Art, Co|So, is the oldest non-profit art association in the United States, with a history dating back to 1879. We currently represent over 500 living artist members, ranging in experience from students to nationally-recognized artists and in style from traditional and academic realists to contemporary and abstract painters, photographers, and sculptors."

    We Say: This is one of our favorite walks of the year. It's free, you pick your route, you get to meet and chat with talented people, and you can even take your dog along. And, the Co|So gallery on Newbury Street is always worth a visit. Drop by before the weekend, pick up a map, gather some friends, and enjoy this uniquely Boston experience.

    In the photo above from last year, artist Hilary Baldwin had a perfect day to paint a scene of the Public Garden and the Back Bay beyond. 

    Copley Society of Art

    158 Newbury St, Boston, MA

    Phone: 617- 536-5049 ‎ 

    www.copleysociety.org

    What's on your Artistic Shopping List? Shop Amazon for all your arts & craft needs and support this site!

    Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photos: ©2012 Penny Cherubino 

    Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers' comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

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    The Japanese Lantern in The Public Garden – New & Historic Photos

  • Early Morning Walk, Shadows and Light

    CHE_3991 - Version 22013-04-04-early-morning-walk-shadows-sun-architecture-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Marlborough Street before 8 am can be a streetscape gallery of shadows and light with that cool, blue tone that is the hallmark of morning light.

    “Find beauty not only in the thing itself but in the pattern
    of the shadows, the light and dark which that thing provides.”
    (Junichiro Tanizaki– Japanese Author 1886 – 1965)

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    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2013 Penny Cherubino  

    Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers' comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

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