There is something magical about tea ~ hot, cold, it’s refreshing and relaxing. Reading Tea Leaves – 1910- by Harry Herman Roseland Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and it’s the perfect reason to have tea in the garden. Gather up the Moms you know, girlfriends too, and make something magic happen. Set your [...]
I am so thrilled! for my favorite European gardener. That would be Mr. FgH….he is the one who toils and labors to make our gardening dreams come true. Long ago, when having our own home was only a distant dream, I bought him a beautiful gardening book when we lived in Europe, and wrote that [...]
Looking for a great little gift for your favorite gardener? I love bringing a small gift for a host or hostess, and it seems that lately, all my friends are gardeners! Since I’m never sure what plants, seeds, books or tools they may or may not have {gardeners are famous for having pretty much one [...]
It’s a hot summer day here. The kind of day for lots of Herbal Infused Water. So refreshing, so easy to make. Simply choose a pretty glass bottle {or a pitcher will work, too} and insert a few snips of herbs, and lavender. Fill the bottle with clean, water. {sometimes I use sparkling water, but [...]
Every gardener knows that under the cloak of winter lies a miracle…..a seed waiting to sprout, a bulb opening to the light, a bud straining to unfurl. And the aniticipation nurtures our dream. Barbara Winkler I never claim to be a great gardener…or any sort of gardener at all, really. My husband is the gardener, [...]
Gifts, they are always a treat to receive, and simple, heart felt gifts are best. I love gifts from the garden. This weekend I was fortunate enough to receive this beautiful gift from my friend. A box filled with love, from her home to ours. A few French Strawberry Plants, some of her gorgeous Aqua [...]
Sunflowers! These large glorious flowers don’t really need to be arranged. Simply cut at an angle with a sharp knife. Remove some of the lower leaves if needed, and arrange in a vase, or an antique watering can. Beautiful inside. Beautiful outside. Right now I have some arranged in an antique watering can, they are [...]
After some busy hard working days, it’s so nice to be relaxing in the garden. Our garden right now is at it’s peak, almost where it starting the slowing down phase again. But there is plenty of color, and plenty of beautiful flowers to love. We so enjoy eating on our patio or the little deck [...]
Since our own roses are taking a little break right now {they are busy producing buds again} I’d love to share this beautiful Rose Garden in Sainte Marguerite de Viette, which is in Northern Normandy. These glorious gardens are part of Les Petits Matins Bleus, where you can rent a sweet French Cottage surrounded by [...]
Looking forward to a sunny, summer weekend? Then you will love this Watermelon Lemonade! The watermelon we can buy from our local grower’s stand is so delicious right now, our family can eat it all day. This drink is so refreshing you will want to make pitchers full. Simple. Delicious. Here’s the recipe: WATERMELON LEMONDADE: [...]
