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Practical articles and field notes about seasonal living from Riverbend Journal.

Finding a Good Place to Sit and Watch the City

Wet woodland reveals colour, texture, tracks and sounds that are easy to…

Read August 24, 2026

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A Simple Route for a Cool Autumn Morning

Walking the same route regularly reveals small seasonal shifts that are almost…

Read July 30, 2026

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What Makes an Old Street Worth Exploring

A straightforward early-spring reset for pots, beds and small gardens, with an…

Read July 26, 2026

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