Did you know that National Public Gardens Week started May 8th and will end May 17th?? Although this is the week designated to celebrate our Public Gardens nationwide, we can celebrate this week as long as we want! PURPOSE IN THE MIDST OF THE MADNESS Right now, many of us are longing to stroll … [Read more...]
Culture and Diversity -Between Harlem and Heaven
Culture is celebrated as we experience new foods, as well as ways to cook. Figuring out what to try in our gardens can be defined by the foods we are familiar with or something new we want to try. The Afro-Asian American style of cooking is shared between the pages of a wonderful book. Between … [Read more...]
Mourning and Celebrating Life In The Garden
Mourning is defined by Merriam-Webster as the act of sorrowing. An outward sign of grief for a person's death. We know that nothing is forever, but when our lives are touched by this thing called mourning, the garden can become the healer. Life is temporary. Like seasons in the garden, mourning … [Read more...]
Feelings…Embracing Nature In Difficult Times
Feelings are usually triggered in reaction to an external event. Emotions and feelings are two different reactions to certain situations. If we look around us, feelings of sadness are everywhere. The current worldwide situation has many of us, wrapped up in our suppressed emotions. Social distancing … [Read more...]
Lady Banks…Welcome Home
Lady Banks rose is a familiar sight in many southern cities. Having lived in Virginia, wandering through the historic neighborhoods in late Spring was magical. A bright spot in my day was catching a glimpse of the Lady Banks rose as she danced among the branches of nearby trees. I could not move my … [Read more...]
Book Review: The Earth In Her Hands…
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...]
Ruffles of The Peony Party – A Celebration
Ruffles make me happy. Reminding me of the dresses my Mom would make to celebrate the Spring season. Particularly for Easter. When I was a toddler, Mom's mindset was the more fabric the better. When I see old photos, I wish she had used fewer ruffles. I appreciate the abundant ruffles in my … [Read more...]
Saplings of Strength and Survival
Saplings are often overlooked when we think about the landscape. We adore the gift of shade that trees like maples and oaks provide. The autumnal leaf color is a visual gift as we anticipate the nakedness of nature during the winter months. A SEEDS TALE In the midst of the forest, seeds fall. … [Read more...]
Being Present In The Moment
Being present in the moment is a state of mind that might be difficult at the moment. Having to practice social distancing after 4 days gives me a reason to pause. I am such a people person. The reality of more distancing is truly something to think about. I long to see my grandsons, daughters, and … [Read more...]
Creating In The Midst of Chaos
Creating in the midst of chaos is a skill worth having. Mental words games and creating moments of laughter always help me cope. I refuse to use the other "C" word in the news these days. I am thinking of positive actions in the garden. Creating joyful moments that will allow me to destress is good … [Read more...]
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