Author Archives: Ann Lovejoy

Gardening Together, Happily

Posted on October 11, 2021 by Ann Lovejoy

Never too old to garden; our beloved Carol inspires us all The Goodness Of Gardening I’ve been very grumpy lately for a raft of reasons, not least because I’ve been living with a minor but uncomfortable and annoying health condition. … Continue reading →

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The Feast Of Saint Francis

Posted on October 4, 2021 by Ann Lovejoy

Who can resist a fluffy kitty like Sophie? Celebrating Animal Love On this celebration day for the sweetest spirited saint in the roster, I’m reflecting on how much my family loves our cat companions and the enormous cultural changes the … Continue reading →

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Easy To Please, Deer Resistant Bulbs

Posted on September 27, 2021 by Ann Lovejoy

Deer are darling but they do love tulips On Beyond Tulips Autumn brings a rush of enticing bulb catalogs, their glossy pages full of glowing tulips and ruffled daffodils. Here in Deer Central, I don’t bother much with big border … Continue reading →

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When The World Is Changing, We Change Too

Posted on September 20, 2021 by Ann Lovejoy

Climate change helps peaches grow in Western Washington now Changing Along With Climate Change 

 When I sat down to write this post, I found myself getting sidetracked more and more readily, always a sign of reluctance to come to … Continue reading →

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