Sep 23, 2010 | Life's Gardens, my gardens, Report From An Opinionated Gardener
Report From An Opinionated Gardener – September 23 At this time of year the garden is still in full flower, but the nights are cooler and there is the sense that it’s all slowing down. Although I was able to find a few squash and some broccoli for dinner, and...
Sep 20, 2010 | Garden Prayer, Life's Gardens, my gardens, Report From An Opinionated Gardener
Report From An Opinionated Gardener – September 20 Tonight I looked out at the garden at 7 PM and the garden wasn’t visible: it was already dark. We’re two days from the autumnal equinox and the days are getting shorter. Part of me mourns the loss of early...
Sep 19, 2010 | Life's Gardens, my gardens, Report From An Opinionated Gardener
Report From An Opinionated Gardener – September 19 I want my 30-year old body back. Yes, I know that this is absolute folly, but as I struggle with hip pain and thyroid issues, I can’t help but wish I could wave a magic wand and make this happen. One of my...
Sep 17, 2010 | Life's Gardens, Report From An Opinionated Gardener
Report From An Opinionated Gardener – September 17 Someone came into the garden center today with a problem that she didn’t really want to solve. Although I offered her an easy answer to her dilemma, she was determined to be angry about the situation instead of...
Sep 16, 2010 | Life's Gardens, my gardens, plants I love, Report From An Opinionated Gardener
Report From an Opinionated Gardener – September 16 Yes, I’m talking about being forced out of our usual preferences, prejudices and habits. If not kicking and screaming, then with reluctance. When we’re forced. Do you think I’m being too harsh? You’re more...
Sep 15, 2010 | Life's Gardens, my gardens, Report From An Opinionated Gardener
Report From An Opinionated Gardener – September 15 When a friend came to Poison Ivy Acres for the first time, he immediately asked, “Where do you have your morning coffee?” He was thinking about the garden, not the kitchen. This morning I sipped my coffee...
