My vegetable garden is comprised of 5 raised beds made from concrete blocks and edged with brick. I like raised beds because it’s easier on the back and you can control the condition of the soil. The PVC pipes are hooped over the beds to allow for bird netting or shade cloth to protect the […]
Simple Pleasures
My husband and I made a very quick overnight trip to Bella Terra North, our cabin in the White Mountains of Arizona. We have never been that couple who gaze into each others eyes, sit face-to-face and have lengthy conversations. We are both very busy, but when we do talk, we are more of what […]
Fall Planting
It was the perfect morning to go to my favorite nursery to select flowers for the planters and vegetables for the garden. We love to go to Whitfill Nursery, not only because it is close to our home, but it is family-owned and has operated in Phoenix for over six decades. It’s a delightful place […]
Fall Decorating
I love this time of year because fall decorations I add to home decor last from September to November. With some additions and subtractions, you can encompass autumn, Halloween and Thanksgiving. Each season, the kitchen gets its share of autumn colors and decor. To see more about my kitchen, click here. In retrospect, when designing […]
So I’ve taken up painting!
Last year, when my daughter left for college I decided to take my very first painting class. My dear friend, JoAnn Augur, a talented artist notified me of classes she was teaching in acrylics. I didn’t know what brushes to buy or paints to use, but JoAnn provided a beginner’s list of supplies. I’ve never […]