The weather here, like in many parts of the Midwest, has been very unpredictable. Some days are warm with a gentle breeze, making them perfe...

First, a heartfelt thanks to those who left such kind messages regarding the passing of my father-in-law. I know so many of you have experie...

When I met my future in-laws for the first time, this handsome man kissed me on the cheek. However; he was already taken by this young la...

Our unusual May weather continues...there is a frost advisory for tonight, last week our compost bin was rolling around the backyard as the ...

...Happy May Day! For years we've enjoyed gathering flowers, tucking them into baskets or Mason jars, and then secretly delivering them ...

This Easter I shared wildflower seed balls with my friends. They were so easy to make, I thought you might enjoy making them too. (Mothers...

In our part of the Midwest, we've received 6 inches of rain so far in April...this has broken an old record from 1893! Needless to say, ...

Happy Earth Day!

After deciding on a date, I made quick & easy invitations. Each invitation listed the day and time for the plant swap and asked that fr...

Spring is sprouting! We step outside to welcome the gentle breeze, happy daffodils, and sapphire blue sky. The puddles are drying and al...

It's week 3 of having 6 delightful, chatty, curious chicks as part of our family...they're growing so quickly! Just take a look......

...visit the feed store and fall in love with the baby chicks and ducks.  You might just find yourself bringing a few home! ...while you...

The kids are wrapping up spring break this week, and I have a feeling it will be one of the most memorable times of their lives. Not becau...

I simply love aprons... I don't know when this love affair started, or how it began, but I really do love aprons. Her...

Would you believe me if I told you about our weather for Wednesday, March 23? ...morning: warm, like a lovely spring day was ahead .....

Early spring has arrived across the land, and after a long, icy winter, we welcome it gladly! More than ready to trade our boots and mittens...

Sharing an old Irish blessing... May love and laughter light your days, and warm your heart and home. May good and f...

  The rapid rain dancing on the windows, the puddles in the yard, mud everywhere...it's enough to make a country ...

...take a little spring walk (bring along your gardening shears) and cut some bare branches for forcing. Crabapple or forsythia would be pe...