Winter To-Do List. In Oklahoma, we had our first big freeze last night. Seems appropriate that I would dedicate today’s Six on Saturday to my upcoming winter projects. I started collecting my winter projects in the middle of the summer. You know what I’m talking about ... those great finds that you discover but have… Continue reading Six on Saturday – 11-10-18
Tag: Gardening
Six on Saturday – 10-20-18
Technically it's still Saturday on the West Coast. You've heard the stories about Seattle and its rain. When I tell people that I lived there for ten years - that I actually lived there twice, by choice - I always get the looks and the verbal expressions concerning the endless rain. Yes, it rains. Yes,… Continue reading Six on Saturday – 10-20-18
Lifelong Learner
This past week, Brad and I took our daughter on her first official college visit (University of Oklahoma. Boomer Sooner.) Brad and I were in la-la-land as the tour guides spoke of the endless areas of study, the series of guest lectures, the research opportunities, the study abroad programs, the clubs and activities. We yearned… Continue reading Lifelong Learner
Six on Saturday – 10-6-18
Last Saturday, I spent the day on the campus of Southern Methodist University (SMU) in Dallas, Texas. My son Cooper is a junior there, and Brad and I went down for Family Weekend. For those of you who aren’t familiar with this university, it is a beautiful campus in the middle of an urban setting.… Continue reading Six on Saturday – 10-6-18
Six on Saturday – 9-22-18
Seems like I haven't posted in forever. Life takes over and my garden has been neglected. However, I could not let the first day of fall go by without a post, especially since I could do it in the Six on Saturday format. Six things. In a garden. On a Saturday. 1. Ornamental Pumpkins. Well,… Continue reading Six on Saturday – 9-22-18
Creating A Home with Advice from My New BFF
Your home should tell the story of who you are, and be a collection of what you love. ~ Nate Berkus I often use the phrase “my new best friend” when referencing a kindred spirit; a person with whom I am instantly connected; with whom I share a common bond. Such is the feeling I… Continue reading Creating A Home with Advice from My New BFF
Two Ears of Corn
We are officially moving into the harvest season. I will have some successes, and I will have some busts. In order to learn and develop, I feel the need to document my efforts. Unfortunately, I start with a bust. My first corn harvest is dismal. I planted corn mainly for Brad. He grew up… Continue reading Two Ears of Corn
