Author Archives: Ann Lovejoy

Celebrating The Autumn Equinox

Nature’s autumnal love offering to the world Nature’s Paintbrush At Work This year’s autumn equinox (Saturday, September 23) is almost here, marking summer’s exit and fall’s entrance. Since every part of the globe experiences some form of seasonal shift, solstices … Continue reading

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A Plenitude Of Pears & Perplexity Of Carers

Perfect pears celebrate autumn’s approach Of Happy Bees & Fruitful Trees Our little neighborhood is kind of a hidden gem, surprisingly peaceful and sunny despite being tucked away behind tall apartments. Small as our lots are, quite a few boast … Continue reading

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Dazzling Dahlias

Dahlias that match my cat and my dinner Easy Beauty For Weary Gardeners After a cold dry spring, the warm summery weather we’ve been getting is very welcome. Sunny day after sunny day, it definitely has that endless summer quality, … Continue reading

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Celebrating Lammas

Bounty by the bowlful on Lammas An Ancient Harvest Day As local gardens brim over and fresh produce is everywhere I look, I’m thinking about the ancient tradition of Lammas. Halfway between the Summer Solstice and the Autumn Equinox, Lammas … Continue reading

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