Category Archives: garden
Diamonds on my Toes
Well, not literally LOL But that’s what the morning dew reminded me of when I went out to take some photos. Dew covered grass blades sparkling in the morning sunlight. Isn’t it pretty? Oh how I wish I would have … Continue reading
No Fail Flowers from Seed Packets – a perfect childs garden
I don’t deny it, my flower gardens contain a lot (and I do mean A LOT) of perennials. But there is something about the bright punch of color that lasts all summer long that only annuals can give you. If … Continue reading
Planting Vegetable Gardens
Hello ladies. I’m back to blogging a bit. I have to tell you that the loss of our closest friend at the early age of 36 has had me in a bit of shock. Some things I don’t understand and … Continue reading
Planting Herb Pots
Ok, I’ve never been very good at this task. Mostly because I am lazy at watering potted plants once the melting hot Kansas heat settles on us in July and August. And if the heat doesn’t do them in, then … Continue reading
Garden Walk
Enjoy your weekend!
The Unfolding Wisteria Vine
In just a week this massive vine went from this: and this: To this! and this: Amazing what a week of sunshine does. This vine is only 3 years old and this is the most spectacular it has looked thus … Continue reading
Sore Muscles, Tired Body
When we discussed getting ready for Spring earlier in our blog I think I failed to mention working out and getting the body in shape for all of the lifting, pushing, carrying, squatting, planting, digging…I hope I didn’t miss any … Continue reading
A Car Full of Crazy
Ok, so let me start by prefacing this post with a confession. My husband and I have an addiction. We have tried to kick the habit and limit our exposure to temptation. But we slipped this past weekend. Yes, that’s … Continue reading
Blue and Yellow
Simple photo sharing today. The forsythia are bursting with color right now. And then there is the little girl in blue. She was a gift from my Mom given to me when she moved from her house to her current … Continue reading
Building a Floral Arrangement with Natural Elements
Oh I promised you a follow up on making this floral arrangement several weeks ago and completely forgot about it. I hope you forgive me I love finding unique ways to build a bouquet for using on the dinner table. … Continue reading