It happens every year around this time. Seeing my friends post about their seniors in high school or sending their kids off to college. It takes me right to that same time in my own life. My girl was getting ready to start her senior year in high school and I was already feeling the rumblings of ... read more
Milkweed + Monarchs | If You Plant It, They Will Come
On August 5th, I spied this magnificent monarch butterfly on the milkweed in my garden. When I planted this milkweed earlier this spring, I had assumed that I wouldn't see any monarchs until next year during their main spring migration. But lo and behold, look what I found after she ... read more
All Hail The Queen
I recently saw where someone had referred to dahlias as the queen of the summer garden. Regal Majestic Stately Beautiful Elegant Graceful Yes indeed, I do believe this exceptional flower fits the description perfectly. And I am proud to be one of her loyal ... read more
Finding Strength in the Beauty
Those who contemplate the beauty of the earth find reserves of strength that will endure as long as life lasts.” Rachel Carson Some wise words from Ms. Carson today. Feeling very grateful for all of the beauty and light and magic of summer today. Love, Kelly ... read more
53 Years of Resilience
The oil industry was booming in Tulsa in the 1970's, and according to my mom’s friend and coworker, Sandy, if you couldn’t find work there, it’s because you didn’t want to find it. That’s why she and her husband, Carl, were making plans to move to Tulsa. For my parents, the promise of ... read more
Around Here
Around here my garden is a constant source of delight and joy. The zinnias are really taking off with their kaleidoscope of colors and the dahlias are just getting started with their luscious blooms. Having little bouquets of flowers around the house makes me ridiculously happy. Around here ... read more
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