Today is the feast of the nativity of St. John the Baptist, “St. John’s Day” the historical observance of Midsummer, or the summer solstice, the longest day of the year. Like other seasonal observances, the summer solstice was celebrated by … Continue reading →
A Southern California January once had this displaced Midwesterner believing that there was no such thing as four seasons in the OC. And then I bought a house and decided to plant a garden. After a few failed attempts I threw out the … Continue reading →
On Valentine’s Day, as we were driving to our planned dinner destination, we passed one of those hastily assembled roadside flower vendors. You know the kind—set up by some enterprising, or possibly needy, individuals cashing in on the big romantic … Continue reading →
Has your significant other ordered your flowers yet? It’s Valentine’s Day, Yay! According to my local newspaper, 3 p.m. today will be the busiest time for flower shops, and most of the last minute customers will be men. That of course … Continue reading →
In the spirit of Debra Prinzing, author of The Fifty Mile Bouquet, I’ve decided to take on the challenge of creating weekly flower arrangements from my own yard. I’m calling them my “Fifty Foot Bouquets.” I love this time of … Continue reading →