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Hawks and Doves

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  • Publication: East Hampton Press
  • Published on: Sep 30, 2025
  • Columnist: Marilee Foster
The hawks hunt in pairs. One cruises the length of the field at shoulder height. The arrow metaphor is apt: It cuts through the air with incredibly fast, “straight as... more

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