And one of my children is sick. Why is it when a mother tries to leave town, she or one of the children usually gets sick? The …
My World is Purple and Gray
In the city, everything is coming up green, but further north and rural, we see mostly purple and gray. No school-box Crayola …
Garden Bloggers Book Club: Second Nature
For the months of February and March, the Garden Bloggers' Book Club read Second Nature, by Michael Pollan. The book details …
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Now, In Print
I wrote an article in the March issue of Oklahoma Gardener. I know, it's late in the month, but I kept forgetting to tell you. …
I’m Pretty Random. That’s for Sure.
I didn't think anyone would ever tag me for a meme, but my Red Dirt Sister, Brenda, proved me wrong. Here are ten random things …
Nine Years Ago Today
Nine years ago, it was snowing outside. Today, it is 80 degrees F. Nine years ago, I held the soft, tender form of my youngest …
Easter Monday
Whew! I survived Easter Sunday again. I had all these posts lined up in my head for Holy Week, but I was too busy preparing for …
In Spring’s Honor, A Gluten Free Soup
Welcome, Spring! I created this soup for you because, yesterday, it was rainy and a little chilly here. I needed something bright …
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Mouse & Trowel
It's time again for you to nominate your favorite gardening blogs for the Mousies. The Mouse & Trowel Awards were created by …
The Robins Have Landed
For about two weeks, every morning on my way to school, I've wished for my camera. Robins, robins everywhere! I'm used to seeing …
What I learned in Gardening School, Part I
Last Saturday, I attended the Myriad Botanical Garden's Oklahoma Garden School. This is not a photo of of the Myriad Botanical …
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Garden Bloggers’ Muse Day: To March
DEAR March, come in! How glad I am! I looked for you before. Put down your hat— You must have walked— How out of breath you …