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September 2021 The first time I was taught how to make tussie-mussies, also spelled tussy mussy (among other variations), was by my friend Becky and
August 2021 A strong memory from my childhood is of being beautifully dressed in a blue wool coat with a black velvet collar, black patent
July 2021 When we think of the Fourth of July we think of watermelon, barbecued hamburgers, hot dogs, ribs and “Mom’s” Apple Pie. Read
June 2021 We, who love gardening and gardens never cease to appreciate and enjoy the beauty inspiration, knowledge, love and pure joy that our gardens
May 2021 In the time of climate change, at present, we are back in a drought and having a La Niña year. The last couple
April 2021 All my life I have had a “love affair” with wisteria, passed down from Mum, Pat Welsh, who has written numerous books and
March 2021 We are having a La Nina this year according To the weather bureau.La Nina’s usually mean less rain in southern CA.But we have
GARDEN SURROUNDINGS: In The Garden When I first moved to this property five plus years ago, I knew I wanted to make large changes in
January 2021 Normally I am given great freedom in what I write about each month for SDHS.As long as it has to do with plants
How Our Collective Passion of Gardening and Nature Helps Us and the World Today is November 29, 2020.This has been a difficult year for all
St. Patrick’s Day, last Saturday night, was a leprechaun reason to entertain the neighbors. I love decorating the table for a party. Sometimes, if I
I have created a children’s garden on my property. Like anything artistic, when I create a new area in the garden it takes on a
It is an honor to have been selected to be one of 14 artists whose works will be on display in an upcoming show at
Gloria is originally from Mexico. After a knee replacement last May, I felt my speedy recovery was due in part to these two delicious condiments.
Glad you all stayed tuned for the recipes I talked about in my last post. Menu: Vegetable soup Black beans with quinoa Collard greens with
A couple of days ago I went to our organic local market, Jimbos, to stock up on vegetables for the week. In my zeal, marketing
Many things motivate me to paint. I paint because it brings me joy to create attractive works of art. Painting is fun and keeps me
I thought it might be a good idea for me to clarify the expression “ Rippin’ Lips”. In fly-fishing it means that you are bringing
“Do you have your New Year’s Resolutions picked out yet?” my mother questioned two weeks ago in the middle of the hustle-bustle while trying to
Now that Christmas and Chanukah have come and gone we can get back to our everyday lives. The holiday season gives an artist, such as