Before the year comes to an end, I wanted to acknowledge the 100th anniversary of Chanel No. 5 perfume, which debuted on May 5, 1921. Chanel was introduced to Ernest Beaux, by her lover, Grand Duke Dmitri Pavlovich. Although Beaux, was a Russian perfumer to the tsars, he had relocated to Grasse, the world's perfume capital.… Continue reading Chanel No. 5
Month: October 2021
October Kaleidoscope…
Every month of the calendar year offers something unique, whether it's national or religious holidays, birthdays or anniversaries. Our gardens also offer something special every month; however, is there a month as varied or colourful as October? In a snap of a finger, October magically changes the landscape. Yesterday some leaves were still green, and… Continue reading October Kaleidoscope…
Planning for Spring…
Last weekend while many of you were busy in the kitchen prepping for your Thanksgiving dinner, I was in my front garden planting tulip and allium bulbs. It was a warm, bright sunny day...not like in past years when my fingers were frozen to the bone! Relative to a serious gardener (like Martha!), I'm just… Continue reading Planning for Spring…
Entrez s’il vous plait…
While I was out walking Charlie, I noticed that my neighbours had the exterior of their house painted a sunny, golden colour. As I was admiring it, I wondered, "what colour will they paint the front door?" Further along into the walk, I noticed that another neighbour had a newly installed front door and garage… Continue reading Entrez s’il vous plait…