The flowerbed I’m going to have to weed tonight, like it or not! Have I ever mentioned that I really, really, really don’t enjoy gardening? Yet I love having pretty flowers in my yard. I have got to force myself to weed out these horrible nettles or thistles, whatever they are, out of the bed…
Ornamental peppers I was admiring at my neighborhood grocery store’s garden department Seattle doesn’t get a lot of 90 degree days – this is one of them – so we hardly know what to do with ourselves when it happens. I learned the hard way yesterday to keep my heavy curtains drawn all day. Turns…
The lavender pound cake I’m baking today while in domesticity mode Today’s stronger-than-expected thunderstorm and rain showers have put me into a delightfully domestic mood. Don’t get me wrong – I love summertime, and I’ve been thoroughly enjoying the warm sunny weather, long days, and outdoor activities. We certainly have enough rain here in Seattle…
QUICK THINGS TO DO TODAY: Take stock of your citronella candles, mosquito repellent (if applicable), incense sticks and any colorful outdoor candles you use. Need to add anything to your shopping list? Using and enjoying the candles you already have? Go for a walk tonight. Hose down patio furniture if needed (Mine has bird poop…