It's that time of year when I see lots of posts on social media with moms sharing photos of their kids graduating from high school and college. It sometimes seems like a million years ago when I was doing the same thing. I can clearly recall the bittersweet joy that accompanied that season of life. ... read more
April Looked Like This
April looked like spring bulbs putting on a glorious show. And in case you missed it, I did a whole deep dive in the daffodils that I planted last fall if you'd like to geek out with me. April looked like the landscape coming alive, both in my yard and in the neighborhood. Yes...hello color. ... read more
Learning to See | Three Photos and the Truth
Focusing on Life was a collaborative blog started by my friends Terri and Dotti as ‘a caring community for people who are passionate about photography and life. And a place to inspire, teach, nurture, support and accept one another; a place where we can grow in our craft and as ... read more
Learning To See | Irises, Salvia, and the Meaning of Life
Right on time, the irises are blooming in my backyard, and I love cutting a few stems to bring inside where I can enjoy their flowers and heavenly scent while I'm in the kitchen. Besides enjoying them for their beauty, these irises have a very special place in my heart. All those years ago, ... read more
Daffodil Report | Spring 2023
As daffodil season starts to wind down in my neck of the woods, I thought I would take this opportunity to share all the cheery, spring goodness that these delightful blooms have brought to my yard this year. You might recall that last fall I placed a big ol' order of daffodil bulbs, and I am very ... read more
Learning to See | Growing from the Inside Out
We've lived in our house for seventeen years, and every year the azaleas in the front yard put on the most glorious show. They were planted over 30 years ago and we take great care to keep them healthy and thriving. Part of that care includes regular pruning, which I know might sound ... read more
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