January 20, 2021
Illuminating Calm In The Garden
Illuminating Sunflowers are like planting smiles in the garden. Illuminating yellow and Ultimate gray are the 2021 Pantone colors of the year. Two colors that are indicative of what we need right now in this garden I call life. Pantone has chosen a color of the year for the past 21 years. The color of the year reflects current trends. In my opinion, the colors chosen this year are indicative of the times we live
January 18, 2021
Dr. King – A Sower of Good Seeds
Dr. King left us with a roadmap towards fairness and freedom for all. Dr. Martin Luther King was quite influential in moving the civil rights movement forward. I often wonder who will step into his shoes to keep the momentum going. After much thought, it is not up to one person to add movement behind the defined mission. It is up to each of us to aid in fulfilling the dreams of Dr. King. RECOGNIZING
January 17, 2021
Survival – The Garden Shows Us How
Survival is often anticipated, but not guaranteed. Survival is the second item on the list we consider enhancing our landscapes. Usually, we consider if we like it or not and wonder how big does it grow. Sometimes we even wonder about water requirements. In today’s world, survival is often not a prerequisite. Understanding the needs of each plant is essential. The new gardener finds this out by trial and error. A little research often keeps
January 13, 2021
England – Bliss, Blooms, and Blessings
England was quite the treat or a tease. Not sure which – however, I really need to return. England is memorable for more than just the Royal Family. The gardens in England are diverse, memorable, and often captivate the heart. As much as I love the gardens of Paris, the gardens found in England have always fascinated me. I traveled to London in 2019. The memory of that adventure lingers in my thoughts almost daily.
January 11, 2021
THANK YOU FOR 2020!
Thank you for 2020 is not a phrase that will be heard much. However, there are those that I want to Thank you for the support and times shared last year. Thank you. Two simple words that go a long way. In the Spring of 2020, in the midst of a pandemic, I began to explore the world of podcasting. It has been and continues to be quite the ride. From meeting new people, speaking