After a very hot end-of-July I’m writing this while enjoying a cloudy, 68-degree afternoon where it doesn’t feel like being in a convection oven outside. Yay! My constitution isn’t designed for heat — I get grouchy and easily overwhelmed — and am happiest when we don’t get over 85. When it’s too hot we close up the house and turn the A/C on, and I…
I’m lucky to live in a city filled with wonderful gardeners, and my own neighborhood of southeast Portland is filled with some lovely gardens. When I walk the dogs, I plan my route based on what gardens I want to visit that day, and this last time I brought along my camera so I could show you some of my favorites along a particular route….
We’ve reached the point in the year where the windows are open more often than not, sunscreen has taken up permanent residence on top of the dresser, and it’s been possible to go without sleeves. The patio umbrella is out, and eating meals outside can be a regular occurrence. Basically, it’s all the stuff I dream about longingly in January! And the garden has responded…
January is hard for me, and I know I’m not alone. The holidays are over, so there’s less distraction — fewer parties to give & attend, less champagne to drink, and the decorations (and especially lights) start to come down. And for someone who loves to garden, being stuck indoors because of weather, and limited daylight, takes its toll. So I do all the things…
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