Last Valentine’s Day I wrote about the fortuitous timing of the first buds of the year on my miniature rose plant, Mr. Thornton. This year, a new round of buds has once again shown up just in time for this heart-filled holiday. While I stand by the fact that Mr. Thornton is a bit ofContinue reading “A Little Reminder”
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A Little Love
A few years ago, I purchased a miniature rose plant. Before adding it to my windowsill garden I gave it a name, as one does. Mr. Thornton is a northern gentleman with a fondness for southern sunshine. He can be a bit prickly but is also sweet…sometimes. This week, I’ve learned something new about myContinue reading “A Little Love”
Botanical Canaries
A couple of years ago, I toured a few wineries in the Sonoma Valley of California. A few lessons stuck with me from that day.
Onward & Awkward 