Author Archives: Ann Lovejoy

The Magic Of Mulch & Patience

Posted on June 21, 2021 by Ann Lovejoy

Let nature work in peace and prepare to be amazed Nature’s Healing Takes Time Every Friday for over twenty years, I’ve worked with a band of vigorous volunteers to plant and maintain the extensive grounds at our local public library. … Continue reading →

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Messy Or Marvelous?

Posted on June 14, 2021 by Ann Lovejoy

Messy, marvelous, or both? Chaos And Natural Order Yesterday I was showing a young friend my new P-Patch, which is in a churchyard community garden a few blocks from my home. I always enjoy seeing people’s reaction, since my garden … Continue reading →

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When Basil Blooms Too Soon

Posted on June 7, 2021 by Ann Lovejoy

Pinching out blossoms makes basil bushy New Basils That Take Their Time As summer arrives—or doesn’t—I gotta say that I sometimes envy gardeners in Oregon and California. There, summer is a real presence, with warm days and sultry nights that … Continue reading →

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Books That Build Us

Posted on May 31, 2021 by Ann Lovejoy

Books I Love Books That Become Friends Yesterday a dear friend sent me an article by Salman Rushdie called Ask Yourself Which Books You Truly Love. The author talks about the power of story and the kind of stories that … Continue reading →

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