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October 25, 2020 By Teri Speight Leave a Comment

Kaleidoscopes of Color in Autumn

As I embrace the beginning of a new season, the colors I observe are amazing. Reminding me of looking into a seasonal kaleidoscope that amazes and makes me pause. I bend to retrieve any leaf that makes the words "oh my...that is beautiful", fall from my lips. Gently tucking them into my pocket, it … [Read more...]

October 8, 2020 By Teri Speight Leave a Comment

Joy Found In The Garden

JOY IN THE MORNING Daily Joy is what I would call my morning walk. Most days, I have the opportunity to walk at daybreak to greet the day. Observing what new gift nature has placed along my path. I cannot properly describe how much I anticipate the daily gifts which are revealed as the day begins … [Read more...]

September 22, 2020 By Teri Speight Leave a Comment

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...]

September 13, 2020 By Teri Speight Leave a Comment

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...]

September 12, 2020 By Teri Speight Leave a Comment

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...]

September 5, 2020 By Teri Speight Leave a Comment

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...]

August 29, 2020 By Teri Speight Leave a Comment

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...]

August 22, 2020 By Teri Speight Leave a Comment

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...]

August 9, 2020 By Teri Speight Leave a Comment

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...]

July 30, 2020 By Teri Speight Leave a Comment

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...]

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