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The pesky mosquito
I am that thankful the rain finally came this past week after what seemed like a very long ... Read more
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Harbingers of change
I have been spending more time than I usually do daydreaming along the pond’s edge the past few ... Read more
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Blue bird of happiness
I have always had a complex appreciation for our feathered friends. My awareness of the avian community started ... Read more
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The benefits of Malabar Spinach
Oh, how I miss my tender mixed salad greens during the hot humid days of summer! Spinach (Spinacia ... Read more
Church & Community
Yarrow — nature’s confetti
Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) is a perennial herb that requires full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. I ... Read more
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A garden is everlasting
Recently I had the privilege of enjoying some time alone reflecting in the gardens of a dear departed ... Read more
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The five senses in the garden
The traditional five senses are sight, sound, taste, smell and touch. I believe they are the main reason ... Read more
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Chives and roses
One of my favorite garden companion pairs are chives and roses. I grow chives around the roses in ... Read more
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On marigolds
The humble marigold (Tagetes spp.) has been a part of my life since childhood. I have many memories ... Read more
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Feathered friends make their presence known
The sweet sound of bird songs fill the air and there is nothing like a spring morning stroll ... Read more