Author Archives: Ann Lovejoy

The Bliss of Going Wild

Posted on April 10, 2024 by Ann Lovejoy

Native flowering currant is a pollinator magnet Rewilding Our Property Plant By Plant My favorite garden spaces always have at least a touch of the wild about them. Sometimes it’s a matter of allowing plants to tumble over the edges … Continue reading →

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Craftivism Is Creative Activism

Posted on March 4, 2024 by Ann Lovejoy

Turning crafting skills into support for causes we love (art by LR) Gentle Yet Effective Activism Over the years, I’ve written dozens of newspaper articles about native plants, with varying responses (of course). A recent one that compared a naturalistic … Continue reading →

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Reimagining Trash into Treasure

Posted on February 26, 2024 by Ann Lovejoy

Upcycling clothing with patching is satisfying and fun Fashion Frolic A few days ago, I hosted a delightful event where several dozen participants brought in garments for a reimagining session. Folks brought in all sorts of things, from a 60-plus-year-old … Continue reading →

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When Fairy Tales Come To Life

Posted on January 8, 2024 by Ann Lovejoy

Magic mushrooms have a long history in human lore Mushrooms Of Magic and Mystery This has been a banner year for mushrooms around here, as the unusually warm fall and abundant autumn rains made for perfect growing conditions. Ever since … Continue reading →

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