Book reviews are one of my favorite things to do, other than gardening. Especially when they are about gardens, gardening or garden travel. I recently had the opportunity to review a book published by Timber Press. I want to say Thank You to Timber Press for seeing a need and finding the right … [Read more...]
Avocado – Jewel of Goodness
The avocado was a foreign object to me. I grew up eating good ole southern fare. This green capsule, now called one of the superfoods, has officially taken my tastebuds hostage. I am no stranger to trying new and different things - if they are visually appealing. I remember it being a popular … [Read more...]
Scent of Winter – A Sweetness In The Air
Scent during the cold months of winter are welcomed indoors and out. There are some fragrances that we anticipate and others we do not. Scents play such a role in our lives. As a gardener in the off season I seek out seasonal scents whenever I go outside. Now that the holidays are over, the … [Read more...]
Stillness in Winter – A Gift to The Gardener
When the air is crisp and the leaves are falling leaf removal is on our mind. Which is why autumn in winter is a gift for this gardener. The stillness of winter beckoned me to see what I could get done on a warm December day. I gathered the necessary tools to not work but linger in the garden … [Read more...]
Laura Dowling – Unique Floral Conversations
Laura Dowling is a unique woman. Not just because she was the former Chief Floral Designer for the White House, she is deeper than one job. I had the opportunity to be introduced to her book, Floral Diplomacy At The White House in 2017. Explaining how challenging it was to address the demands of the … [Read more...]
Wine, Women, and Discovering The Legacy Wine Trail
Wine is a part of life for many people. For some, it is the perfect drink for winding down at night. It is also a great drink to share with friends. For many years I looked forward to September. You see, September was the month of Wine Festivals. The Maryland Wine Festival and the Virginia Wine … [Read more...]
Maryland – Banneker, Mead, and Pollinators
Maryland offers agricultural gifts that many are not familiar with. I had the pleasure of exploring Maryland as a tourist, as I unintentionally paused. Donning my mask I signed up for two programs at the Benjamin Banneker Historical Park. There's a lot of information on Benjamin Banneker, not … [Read more...]
Let It Be – A Gardener’s Mantra For Embracing Joy
There are so many secrets found in our gardens. What nature requires of us is simple. Pause, observe and appreciate nature's gifts. This has been the perfect year to just let it be. Our garden does not need to be tinkered with daily for perfection. Nature knows what she is doing, so we should learn … [Read more...]
Chiswick – Memories of An English Garden On My Mind
Last year, England was part of my August reset. Thoughts of leaving Paris on a high-speed train underwater to a place I daydreamed about was exciting. The two hours from Paris on the Eurostar was uneventful. London was closer than I anticipated. One of my garden club members Eileen met me in London … [Read more...]
Composting Is Elegant and Pretty with Smart Pots
Compost bins are usually these hidden piles of debris. While we are proud to compost, some of us consider it our secret. After all, composting is usually an unsightly pile of debris, a black bin, or something we hide at the rear of the garden. Some people who do not understand the value of … [Read more...]
Life Imitates the Garden – Cheer Up Mrs. Obama
Dear Mrs. Obama, Congratulations on your new podcast journey. It always helps to have a friend to talk things through, no matter the topic. I too have found my voice in podcasting. The joy it adds to life is amazing. I wish you much success n what could be considered a perennial journey. I … [Read more...]
Abernethy and Spencer – A Local Horticultural Jewel
On a long winding road with such breathtaking scenery, Peggy Riccio and I found a Jewel in the Crown of Loudon County Virginia. Exploring almost anything that has to do with horticulture - from gardens to plants - offers us the opportunity to dig deep into the Mid-Atlantic region. Abernethy & … [Read more...]
Contemplating “C” In My Garden
The art of contemplating anything is an act of consideration. A few ways that Merriam Webster defines the word contemplate, definitely applies to the garden. Particularly when the first definition is... to view or consider with continued attention..or to meditate on. As we practice unintentionally … [Read more...]
Paris Tours – A Black Paris Perspective
I am not sure why this is showing up on my website today. Perhaps because in a different year, I would be practicing my poor efforts at saying most things in French. There would be a suitcase, portable duffle, and a backpack, waiting for the yearly trek. The array of cute flat shoes (no tennis … [Read more...]
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