Author Archives: Ann Lovejoy

Simple & Natural Cures From The Garden

Posted on February 13, 2023 by Ann Lovejoy

Sunny calendulas make excellent salve and bees adore them Colds, Flu, and Covid Oh sigh, it’s chicken soup time again (a vegetarian version works too). Despite (or maybe because of) the general relaxing of pandemic rules and prohibitions, a lot … Continue reading →

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The Power Of Natural Magic

Posted on February 7, 2023 by Ann Lovejoy

When losing a tooth was cause for celebration… Remembering Wonder Since the continuing rain and bitter winds are still limiting my outdoor time, my fleeting glimpses of the garden feel more precious than ever. Because I’m not out there every … Continue reading →

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First Flowers

Posted on February 1, 2023 by Ann Lovejoy

Hardy cyclamen and snowdrops cheer up bleak winter days Snowdrops Never Fail Brrr! This feels like the coldest winter in a long time, and it’s been hanging on for longer than usual as well. I know, people back east would … Continue reading →

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Finding Spaciousness In Small Spaces

Posted on January 24, 2023 by Ann Lovejoy

There’s always room for one more Making Space As the new year rolls on, I’ve been thinking a lot about space and spaciousness, inside and out. For starters, after years of living larger, this sweet little house still seems so … Continue reading →

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