Gardening

Hanging Herbs, Edible Landscapes & Janky Nails

May 15, 2015

Walking up and down rows of herbs like a kid I am compelled to touch. To run my fingers over velvety leaves, rubbing them gently capturing their aroma for a deep soothing inhale. Normally I am researching seed catalogs in the winter before I venture into gathering luscious herbs however that is how planting season […]

Growing Endive {Part One}

March 9, 2012

What do you do when you’ve caught spring fever? I end up trying ideas that have been accumulating throughout the winter. Then I wind up submerging myself in dirt up to my elbows. Goodness, I love that feeling! The birds are chirping, butterflies are flitting on the wind and any possibility seems boundless. Spring renewal […]

Planting A Pineapple

August 18, 2011

Did y’all know that you can take this and turn it into… This? And that this will eventually produce… This? Yes, I’m talking about turning your average, ordinary grocery store pineapple into a tropical showpiece within your home. A plant that is not only impressive but will WOW! you with a succulent pineapple in 24 […]

Eggshells, Coffee Grounds, Flour, etc…

April 23, 2010

I know, I know I am behind on my post. An emotional traumatic afternoon will do that to you. Monkey Two decide that the best way to end his school day would be to try and play tag with my van, as I was pulling out of my dad’s drive way. He caused everyone’s adrenaline […]