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Journey 220: Thistle Seeds
Early in the spring, as I planted in containers and filled in spots in the garden, I visited a variety of garden centers in Missouri and Arkansas. I found lots of amazing plants. However, although I searched every botany shop … Continue reading
Journey 186: Symbol of Strength
Today was a beautiful conclusion to a long weekend. I enjoyed a restful, peaceful day that included time spent relaxing on the brickio in the backyard. Surrounded by plants and flowers, and ample sunshine, I allowed the beauty to infuse … Continue reading
Journey 158: Vintage Screen Door Upcycle
A little over a month ago, for Journey 120, I displayed pictures of creative ideas for using the vintage screen door that I purchased, in my garden. I appreciate the comments, suggestions and votes for the door’s best use. … Continue reading
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Journey 147: Interlopers in the Garden
After a day in Arkansas, helping with Greg’s dad, the garden beckoned to me when I returned. We were rain-free today, and the warm air and abundant sunshine lured me in. The garden is thriving, because of….or in spite of…the … Continue reading
Journey 145: Respite from the Rain
We’ve had days of rain, this past week. I measured 5 inches of water in one of my garden buckets this afternoon, after emptying it Thursday. I made friends with the rain last year about this time (Day 157: Make … Continue reading
Journey 131: Mosses for Mindy and the Connectedness of All Things
I have been looking for a thistle type plant to add to my garden, in memory of my cousin, Mindy, who passed in January. We shared Scottish blood and family roots and a wonderful trip to Scotland with her son … Continue reading
Journey 125: Garden Tricks
I am so enjoying the backyard garden this year, as evidenced by my many blog posts about these most soulful of journeys. Last year so much time and energy was spent creating the infrastructure, breaking ground, defining the space and … Continue reading
Journey 120: Screen Door in the Garden
This afternoon, while practicing one of my favorite past times, puttering in the garden, I stepped into the garage/workshop to search for an item. I walked deeper into the garage than I normally do when I am grabbing a rake … Continue reading
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