While I Was Gardening

Some gardeners can grow anything. Put a plant in front of them that is 99.9% dead and they can revive it to the point of perfection within two seasons. Some people can shove a stick in the ground and – what do you know! – it’s a shrub by the following spring! I’m not one of those gardeners (except dogwoods – they grow well here). I continue to strive towards such a success ra...

Odd weather, lots of projects, some good hikes, and time out with our son have made for a lovely spring so far. And while all that has been happening, I have managed some gardening, as well. Here are a few of the highlights from home:

Today, May 31, is an important anniversary for me. Ten years ago on this date, I made the most difficult and painful decision of my life. After a lifetime of trying, failing, trying again, failing again, and being trapped in that cycle throughout my life, I decided to walk away. That decision was the most difficult decision I have made – nothing since has compared to that pai...

Bill and I have found a new (to us) trail to walk, to explore, and to enjoy for this year. Part of the Washington Trails Association, the scenic Snoqualmie Valley Trail follows an old railroad corridor through farm lands, wetlands, agricultural areas, and beautiful natural areas. It begins in the small town of Duvall as it runs south along the Snoqualmie River and the Stillwa...

Apologies for my previous post. My son and I had enjoyed such a fun time away that coming back to the bad news of shootings, corruption and politics, and murder hit hard. So hard, in fact, that I neglected to finish posting about our short and sweet time away. So, here’s the rest of our trip. Better late than never!