In this age of hyper-technology and a corresponding increase in nature blindness, why do gardens matter? This is the question I've …
Lucinda Hutson’s garden
On our last day in Austin, we visited several wonderful gardens. but the first stop for my bus was Lucinda Hutson's garden, …
Before the storm: Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
If ever you're in Austin, you simply must visit the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. This homage to Texas wildflowers was our …
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In memoriam: Harper Gianna Secrest
Below is my daughter, Megan's, eulogy for her baby, Harper Gianna Secrest, who was born on April 20, 2018, at 4:24 a.m., and …
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Garden Bloggers’ Bloom Day: April
As I write this Garden Bloggers' Bloom Day, it is 29°F this morning. Yesterday was a howling, cold day with a high of 43°. We …