Posted by Elspeth the Elfin Dragon and Orchid Whimble Companion; anole photographed by Martha Young McQuilkin '12 · Apr 03, 2013
"Whoooeee! Isn't this fun? Look at me go! The New Light of the year has done it again. It's grown brighter by the day, Spring has sprung, and I, for one, am on a happy roll."
Desdemona looked up in the air at the…
Read more...Posted by Martha · Mar 27, 2013
The Hare, Darby Delphinium, left his burrow at dawn. Facing the strong early March wind, he jumped down the path to meet his best friend, Darcy, at the bottom of the meadow. The two "Phins" hopped over melting snow and brown oak leaves, vestiges of a dying winter. When they crested the hill…
Posted by Jacob & Wendell the Hillside Whimbles · Feb 13, 2013
"Jacob! Hand me the thread, please."
The Hillside Whimble brothers were putting the finishing touches on the vertically wall mounted mirror frame. They were preparing for Valentine's Day, a holiday known to all Whimbles as Day of Hearts. To celebrate, they had been placing all…
Read more...Posted by Devon, Dillon, and Delaney the Pillow Whimbles and their Companion, Trolliver · Feb 06, 2013
"Miss Martha told us we had to show our industry this past month in order for 'preparation to meet opportunity. '"
"Well, now, we certainly organized everything. We took all apart, decluttered, and rearranged it carefully.…
Posted by Jacob & Wendell the Hillside Whimbles · Jan 15, 2013
"Jacob, don't you think the wreath is perfect for the New Year?" questioned Wendell, the Hillside Whimble.
"But, of course, Wendell! Its elegant gold is a fine complement for Miss Martha's beaded ornaments and ribbon," replied his brother.
"Did you know that the…
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