Fall plantings
I went out to run some errands today and could help but snap a picture of these beautiful cabbages in planters.
Faeriewigs
Little postings of appreciation, beauty, inspiration, and whimsy.
Birthday vibes
We enjoyed a peaceful day at home yesterday. I spent some time in the shop, organizing cabochons into collections that I hope to release over the course of next year. More on that in another ...
Fall splendor
Due to Covid-19, I spend most of my life in the house. I get a feeling for the change of seasons mostly from the shop – short sleeves and doors open in Summer, bundled up ...
Homemade donuts
Covid has resulted in all sorts of weird supply chain issues. One of those has been the disappearance of our usual gluten-free muffin mix from the grocery store. While we wait for case to arrive ...
Neighborhood beauty
I’ve been trying to get out of the house and exercise a little more regularly. The area around our home is so beautiful it is a pleasure to be out and about!
Lilies
I think playing Animal Crossing has given me a new appreciation for lilies! They have all just burst into bloom around the neighborhood, and I just love the variety of color when I’m out for ...
Love in the neighborhood
I enjoy stumbling upon these little painted rocks when I’m out for a walk in the neighborhood!
Mandala rock
I always seem to appreciate mandala designs. Someone had a lot of patience in hand painting this one!
Cherries
Cherries are my very favorite fruit … and although life during the Covid-19 pandemic is not a bowl full of cherries at the moment, it’s still a pleasure to enjoy the season!
Happy rocks
There is a small group of families that paints rocks and puts them around the neighborhood. The designs vary a lot but they always make me smile when I’m out for a walk.
First peony!
First peony of the season!
Full bloom
Our crabapple is in full bloom.
Homemade latte
A beautiful homemade latte, made with cashew milk. A super special thing for me, since it’s been about six years that I could have coffee or nuts on a regular basis. I made the cashew ...
The azaleas
Our purple azalea is just about to burst into bloom. The white one is a bit further behind, but coming soon.
Daffodil assortment
I just love these … We have never had a Spring garden quite like this before. It is such a pleasure to go outside, and see all the beautiful new flowers. I had no idea ...
Mochi
Two beautiful little mochi, a sort of Japanese ice cream sandwich.
New growth
My mom brought some cuttings for me when she came for Thanksgiving, and a couple of months later I finally got around to planting them. This guys seems pretty happy now – I’m excited to ...
More daffodils
Another beautiful daffodil variety from our garden!
Spring blooms
It is such a pleasure to watch the changes in our garden as the days go by. I think it’s so important to see the beauty, to appreciate the incremental changes, and to realize that ...