Category Archives: Recipes

Freedom From Fear

Soothing, scented roses help us relax Seeing Our Way While I truly love my country, I really don’t enjoy the Fourth of July. Last night, as fireworks exploded all around the island, our cats cowered and cried in terror, along … Continue reading

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When Basil Blooms Too Soon

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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When Life Gives You Lemons

Lovely Lemon Pudding is a great solace Neem For Indoors, Outdoors, Ornamentals & Edibles In February, I always feel relaxed about garden chores. There’s plenty of time, right? It’s kinda rainy, kinda windy, the weather will surely be nicer tomorrow… … Continue reading

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Winter Refreshment

A spunky raw salad makes a great pick-me-up A Fresh Salad & A Fresh Start Last Friday morning I gratefully got my second vaccination shot and the reaction was enlightening. While I know several dozen people who have or have … Continue reading

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