I am an avid gardener, beekeeper and nature lover. I also love "living" in the kitchen -- cooking and baking for my family. Whether inside or outside I am contented when around my home and property. I have a forest and pond on my property and many animals live and wander through the yard -- I like to photograph their goings-on. I find pleasure in writing and have been published in "Northern Gardener" magazine.
in the yard today. The pair of bluebirds have successfully chosen their nesting box and built a nest. A quick inspection revealed a joyous sight. Dandelions have whipped up quickly “on the slope.” I leave them there because…I think they are lovely in that space and…it is a great pollen source for the honeybees. Pollen … More Let’s see what’s happening…
After a long day of doing what I do all day, I am tired. Yes, I am a housewife, but feel that I am so much more than that, given the stigma that surrounds the word and occupation. I make no excuses. My days are filled with obligations that come from running a household, working … More Serenity
Come Spring, the yard is teaming with life. And in the eyes of nature’s call, thoughts of amour and mating rituals can be seen everywhere. On the pond, geese, mallards and wood ducks have chosen their mates and can be seen dottering around the yard together. On dry land, pairs of bluebirds and tree swallows … More Bakyard activity
Landscaping isn’t just about putting new plants in a particular place. It is about creating a mood, a style and image of what you see in your mind’s eye and making it happen. Your “touch” needs to be involved in order to give your outdoor living area a soul… your soul. Everyone can see it … More The Creek Bed
(click on photo) Sometimes we just need to be reminded that there is beauty in the world. Have a great and beautiful day! #peafowl #peacock #birdswithplumage #nature
As I’ve mentioned before, I truly respect and admire Canadian Geese. They mate for life and seem totally devoted to each other. Like every year, I have a pair of geese that stay on the pond. Where their nest is, I don’t know, but I believe it is on a nearby marshy area where they … More Take-off
(Click on photo) Let’s be thankful for the beauty Mother Nature gives us every day! The honeybees were out and the frogs and birds were in great form. #earthday #pollinators #honeybees #soundsofnature
The Lower Level: Like the main level, there was a hallway extension. This provided access to a new mechanical and storage room, an exercise room and Phil’s study. New carpeting was laid throughout the lower level and the ceilings were sanded down, like the main level, to smooth. New doors, window and door casings, and … More The addition – Part 3
I’m irritated about something. I am of an age that I will not divulge and in very good shape. I am able to shift around very heavy bee boxes, lift 50 lb. bags of feed corn, etc. for my feathered friends, and do yard work for hours on end. I also exercise three times a … More Coronavirus
Sometimes you just need to get back to the basics. Yes, it is fun to bake pound cakes, scones, breads, but day after day of crummy weather needs a childhood comfort food, and it needs to be capitalized — Chocolate Chip Cookies! Yesterday I whipped up a batch. Instead of using chocolate chips, I used … More On a gloomy day…Bake
A Gardener's Diary 