Little modern-day dinosaur stalking the garden for intruders.
Chard Guard
Pitchfork, Calorie-Burn, and Big Fat Dirt-Eaters
Gettin' dirty and building beds for planting. Woo hoo!
Mish Mash Monday – March 2
Another fun and crazy Mish Mash Monday, with Dronies, soil-making, little-old-lady flowers, and our first ever giveaway.
Iron Man and Christmas Trees
∞ It's safe to say we are quite settled into the house now, evidenced by the mere 2-3 boxes left in the dining room -- versus the 20-30 -- to unpack/put away/give away. The Christmas tree just went up, marking the (late) beginning of the end of what was an amazing year. The 15-yr-old artificial will … Continue reading Iron Man and Christmas Trees
How To: Stealing, Hoarding and Making Soil
The phrase "working mother" is redundant." ~ Jane Sellman ♥ Being a mother of four brings any self-respect I have down a few notches. There's practically nothing I won't do when it comes to caring for my kids (think all things excrement or hygiene), and I surprise even myself at just what passes muster with … Continue reading How To: Stealing, Hoarding and Making Soil
When Cypress Go Bald: A Short Poem
♠ Bald Cypress explode in color this season They labeled them "bald" for very good reason It's rakes and kids come out to play So the sweet pea garden can wear the cypress toupé.
Mulch – Giving Thanks
∞ Like you all, I'm thankful for a lot of things this time of year. Good health, a loving family, bountiful food are usually on everyone's short list. It's no different for mine. Going against the grain most days, I happen to be thankful for things that don't normally cross others' minds. Like adaptability: we … Continue reading Mulch – Giving Thanks
Pumpkin Carving, Fall Garden Bloom
Nothing like a bit of cool weather to get us feeling like autumn again. Finally. Many of the trees on our property still cling to their leaves; no fall colors to see here unless you're counting mums and pansies. Our life, as usual this time of year, is fraught with activity. With the 1st-Nine-Week period … Continue reading Pumpkin Carving, Fall Garden Bloom
Anxious for Fall to Show
The magnificent bur oak, mucho ginormous leaves, and giant grubs are what it's all about as summer transitions to fall.
Alien Grub, Cushaw Stretches Its Arms
Oh my gosh, what a great morning! It's about dang time, too. The bus schedule has been reliable three days straight. Kids are in the swing of it, getting themselves ready with minimal effort on my part. It's all about to change - the main road exiting our neighborhood will be closed temporarily for construction … Continue reading Alien Grub, Cushaw Stretches Its Arms
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