Wexford Village at Devonshire Apartments

Happy Memorial Day!

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Spring is Here! Lovely Poems About the Season

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The rejuvenating aspects and beauty of spring has long been inspiring to poets. Why not enhance your personal enjoyment of spring by reading about some of the loveliest spring poems in the English language? Below are a few must-read poems that will get you ready to enjoy the splendor of spring at Wexford Village at Devonshire.

"Spring," Gerard Manley Hopkins

In this poem, nineteenth century poet Gerard Manley Hopkins portrays the lushness of spring and asks: “What is all this juice and all this joy?” He describes how a pear tree brushes against the “descending blue” of the spring sky and how the song of thrushes strikes the ear “like lightening.” This poem will remind you to stop and pay attention to the spring’s splendor.

"(In Just – )," E.E. Cummings

The title may strike you as odd at first, but if you know the work of E.E. Cummings, you’ll recognize it as the kind of title that’s often found in his body of work. This is one of the most delightful poems about spring you’ll ever come across, as Cummings describes spring as experienced by children, who see the world as “mud-licious” and “puddle-wonderful” as they play outside.

"A Light Exists In Spring," Emily Dickinson

In this piece, Dickinson acknowledges the way that beauty fills the world each spring. It offers a quality of vibrancy which “science cannot overtake / But Human Nature feels.” But Dickinson also laments the ephemeral nature of spring, capturing the way we feel about spring’s passing: “a quality of loss / affecting our Content.”

"Daffodils," William Wordsworth

This Wordsworth classic has long been considered one of the quintessential poems about spring. In this work, Wordsworth describes a spring walk he takes, wandering “lonely as a cloud.” He observes “a host of golden daffodils…fluttering and dancing in the breeze.” Toward the end of the poem, he reflects on how, when he remembers the beauty of the daffodils that afternoon, his heart “with pleasure fills.” This piece will remind you that spring’s wondrous charms can live within you long after the season has passed.

"A Prayer in Spring," Robert Frost

In this poem, Frost puts forth a simple prayer asking for pure and unfettered enjoyment of the season: “Oh give us pleasure in the flowers today,” the poem begins. He prays that divine forces will “keep us here / all simply in the springing of the year.” After observing the sheer beauty around him, he comes to the realization that the splendor of the natural world during spring “is love, and nothing else is love.”

Maintenance Announcement for ALL Residents!

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Closing of the Pool Area for 5/20-5/22, 2013

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Beach Bash!

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Easy Lunches For Busy People

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Do you often have to work through lunch, or are you a busy mom with very little downtime? Well, we've got a lunchtime solution for you — one-handed food that you can enjoy at your desk while typing, or while holding a small child.

Deli turkey, Peppadew peppers, whole grain crackers, and sliced cheddar

Party-sized rye bread topped with roasted red pepper strips and deli-sliced salami and provolone

Whole wheat mini-pitas, with hummus, baby carrots, and grape tomatoes

Bite-sized mozzarella balls, black olives, whole grain crackers, and a small apple

Mini-pitas, filled with goat cheese and chutney, and a bunch of green grapes

Yogurt or ricotta drizzled with honey, topped with almonds and berries. Scoop it up with whole-grain crackers, or just use a spoon

Also, "self-contained" food like empanadas, handpies, turnovers, or even baked ravioli or dumplings work well, too!

Happy Mother’s Day!

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Wishing all moms a wonderful day filled with much love and happiness!\

The Wine Valley: Unwind with a Glass of Wine

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Take a break with a glass of wine at The Wine Valley. The cozy interior filled with dark woods and romantic lighting is the perfect place to unwind. Sit at the bar, lounge on the couches, or secure a high top table. Regulars love the relaxed vibe and knowledgeable staff. Feel free to ask for a sample before you order a glass. Not sure what to get? Your server can recommend something based on your taste preferences. Plenty of food is available to snack on while you enjoy your wine like cheese platters, hummus, meats, chocolate truffles, and bite size sweets. Craft beer is also available.

The Wine Valley
6 Liberty Square
Hurricane, WV 25526
(304) 760-0123
http://www.yelp.com/biz/the-wine-valley-hurricane

Happy Mother’s Day!

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May & June 2013 Calendar

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