We often joke that everything in our house was a hand-me-down. You may think we’re kidding, but we’re really not. And, we’re not embarrassed. Just really thankful. So, I thought it would be humorous to take an inventory of things that were hand-me-downs. The Dining Room: Table and chairs and the lovely grandfather clock were my […]
Herb your enthusiasm!
The herbs I have started indoors are growing for me. I know it’s a fact of nature. But, it doesn’t make me any less excited. I’d like to believe they are growing because I give them so much love. I even talk to them to encourage them to grow. (Shhh! Don’t tell anyone.) Here are […]
Herb potting ideas
So, many of us are gearing up for our gardens this year. If you are growing herbs like I am, there are so many different types of containers you could use to hold them. My plan for our herbs: Not terribly out of the ordinary, but I will be planting in window boxes on the […]
Almost famous
Kinda funny and random news – Ryan and I made the local newspaper today – in a small story about beginner gardeners. We certainly fit the bill – beginners may be an overstatement. Check out the article here. (Photo credit: Quad-City Times) I am a little miffed that the experts don’t have much faith in my […]
Garden-palooza
In addition to the container class, I also had the chance to go to the local Lawn & Garden Show last weekend. I have gone the past few years, and I always enjoy it. This year was no exception. There were lots of bright colors – which were a big change from the snow outside. […]
Container-worthy
Another really great class this weekend about gardening – this time it was about making killer containers. Same location as last week. There were tons of folks there… I guess I’m not the only person gearing up for warmer weather. I’m so thankful that there are so many local classes for beginner gardeners. There is so […]