We all need some solitude. Time to think our own thoughts and dream our own dreams. Sometimes it can be hard to get away, especially if you live in the city. I love being able to take a walk on our farm to enjoy nature and get some exercise. Our dogs usually keep me company …
Who wants to go with me? Flea marketing knows no bounds when it comes to age or gender. Since they are typically made up of many vendors with different niches, everyone can find something to suit their interests. Just the other day I saw a young man of about ten shopping with his grandpa, oohing …
Occasionally we lose electricity for no apparent reason. I’m sure there is one, we just never find out what it is. That happened one day this past May. Power Outage It was a beautiful Spring afternoon and the electricity suddenly went out. These occasions are a stark reminder of how dependent I’ve become on electricity. …
Oriental Lilies are blooming now and they’re amazing! I’m making a mental note to order more of them. A single flower can perfume an entire room, making it one of my favorites to bring inside, although their pollen can make a bit of a mess. The blooms are huge, about 6-7″ across, and their colors …
I had a scare recently. We live in the country and I’ve hardly ever felt frightened, but one night near 10 pm our dogs started barking and I heard the roar of a loud engine. I went out on the porch to see who it could possibly be that time of night. A truck came …
I bought this Coal Miner Daylily from Roots & Rhizomes a few years ago. It started blooming today. I like it’s chartreuse throat and deep purple color. You can have more posts like this sent straight to your inbox by subscribing!
I love these big, beautiful “Ruby Spider” daylilies. They’re huge! About 7″ in diameter. Their colors are vibrant, and the red looks like velvet. Do you have a favorite daylily? I’d love to see a picture! If you love gardening like I do, why not subscribe and get more posts like this one delivered straight …