It’s April 1st and four peony plants are already coming up through the ground. I can’t remember a time when they were so tall so early– even for early season peonies. I’m grateful this Monday for the spring sounds of … Continue reading
When, when, when will we acknowledge that Mother Earth is hurting? Never, in January, in the Midwest, should it be 70 degrees on a Monday and 27 on a Thursday. That’s exactly what my ‘weather widget’ is telling me to … Continue reading
The beautiful jacaranda trees of Lisbon, Portugal, May 30, 2010. [Image credit: Amy Darnell]
Yes, yes, yes. We all know that the weather this spring was above normal in all regards– rainfall, heat, you name it practically. I realized just how out of wack it all was when I went to my mailbox today … Continue reading
In honor of the 42nd Earth Day, a little loveliness thanks to Mother Nature. Photo credit: Amy L. Darnell
What’s your carbon footprint? When I checked mine, I was astounded at how large it was– 5 cubic feet more than the average. And I consider myself a pretty faithful recycler, et al. Check your own, and check the ways … Continue reading
