This past weekend was the official kick-off for Summer 2021, and what a difference a year makes! Finally, there seems to be something to look forward to...like seeing friends and family again, eating out in restaurants and possibly even travelling. What could be better? The onset of Summer 2021 will bring excitement… Continue reading Summer…
Month: June 2021
Peonies…
Is there anything more beautiful than a row of peonies in full bloom? Peonies have been a part of the floral mix in gardens for centuries (1000BC!). They have a nostalgic feel along with their beauty and scent... my grandmother grew peonies in her simple garden at the edge of massive vegetable beds. As part… Continue reading Peonies…
A difficult choice…
At the end of June, we will be getting our Labradoodle puppy, and in the coming week, we have to decide which puppy is coming home with us. We have the fourth pick of the litter, which eliminates some of the choices, but how do you pick one over the others? Last week the breeder… Continue reading A difficult choice…
My Extended Family…
By the beginning of June, we can be fairly confident if a plant or shrub in the garden hasn't started to push out greenery, it probably didn't survive the winter. This is always a sad reality, knowing that plants, too, have a life cycle. I was reminiscing with my daughter about the loss of… Continue reading My Extended Family…