The scariest part of Spring (for me) is removing the burlap on the boxwood hedges. Immediately, it's evident how the boxwood fared under the difficult winter conditions. This winter, in particular, was tough on shrubs, trees, and everything else. There was no snow on the ground to insulate the plants when the deep freeze struck,… Continue reading Round one of Spring Cleanup…
Dirt-y Wellness…
Was I surprised that "Wellness Gardens" is a Spring 2024 trend? No, not really. A few weeks ago, I wrote a post on how gardening can boost our health and longevity. What does surprise me is that so many people (including health experts) are just now realizing that gardening is a tonic for both body… Continue reading Dirt-y Wellness…
Follow Up to Preserving the Past…
Last week's post, Preserving the Past, was about gathering the photos I'd taken on my phone and creating photo books. The only book ready to order was for the "pop-up boutique" I operated during the pandemic. I received my book in the mail today, and I couldn't be more thrilled with how it turned out...especially… Continue reading Follow Up to Preserving the Past…
Preserving the past…
Do you remember when we took rolls of film in to be developed? That seems like a lifetime ago! Now, our phones are an extension of our arms, ready to take photos on a whim. Unfortunately, these photos are often forgotten and are forever stored in our phone photo library. I take so many photos,… Continue reading Preserving the past…
Coastal Style…
*** As I write this post, Sheryl Crow's "All I Wanna Do" is playing on repeat in my head! After a long winter, a walk on the beach is a shock to the senses. The thunder of the clapping waves, the smell of the ocean, the sand underfoot, the… Continue reading Coastal Style…
The Green Doors…
I celebrated St. Patrick's Day by painting my back garden doors green. It was odd; snow was still on the ground, but the temperatures were rising, and it was a small window of opportunity to jump-start Spring projects! Only two years ago, I was agonizing (obviously too much time on my hands!) about what… Continue reading The Green Doors…
For the love of topiary…
Who knows when a memory sticks in the memory bank? Hmmm.... I've always loved symmetry, both in interiors and gardens. If I switch things up, I'm stepping out of my comfort zone, but it doesn't usually stick. Soon, I'm back to straight lines. Formal design is my favourite garden style and topiary complements these… Continue reading For the love of topiary…
🥂Cheers to Longevity…
Some time ago, my doctor asked me if I exercised. I replied, "Yes, I garden." She, who is young, pristine, and dressed head to toe in designer clothes, looked at me perplexed and said, "Oh no, I mean exercise." Obviously, she has never moved wheelbarrows full of compost or pea gravel or dug deep holes for… Continue reading 🥂Cheers to Longevity…
A Spring Bouquet…
The current "nose" for Dior, perfumer Francis Kurkdjian, has reinvented "Miss Dior". And it smells divine! Last week (when it actually felt like Spring!), I received my new "Miss Dior" perfume order. I couldn't have been more excited...the packaging is beyond beautiful, and the buzz before the release was so enticing. The original "Miss… Continue reading A Spring Bouquet…
Coffee Table Styling…
As part of my Spring refresh, I have finally decided to replace my coffee table. This table has been a faithful companion for many years...probably more than 30, and I have become quite attached. It's dated, no doubt, but it was of superior quality and, held up to several moves, and easily fit into completely… Continue reading Coffee Table Styling…