Crocuses Assure Us that Winter Is On Its Way Out Crocuses are hardy members of the Iris family. Look for them in areas where they can get full sun or partial shade. They like well-drained soil and are drought tolerant. Their grassy leaves will die back after the plant blooms leaving room for other flowers. … “Crocuses”
Category: That’s Life
Daffodil Promises Spring
Daffodil Holds Promise of More To Come Daffodils are members of the Narcissus family originally from countries around the Mediterranean Sea. They have come to represent friendship. These are perennials that grow from bulbs that will grow and multiply prolifically. They have been known to flower anywhere from six weeks to six months, depending on … “Daffodil Promises Spring”
Anticipating Spring Gardens
They're here! The daffodils have tentatively begun to show themselves. The daylilies, irises and other spring flowers are promising a splash of dramatic color in the near future. Spring arrived today. We even had two very warm days this week with temps in the upper 60s here in the Chicago area.. If you're like me … “Anticipating Spring Gardens”
More Sun, you say??
I love summer. Being one of those people who tend to have less energy when it’s dark and gloomy out, I look forward to every drop of usable sunlight. But I never quite got the reasoning behind why every Spring we’re called on to turn our clocks forward. I’m a city gal who comes from … “More Sun, you say??”
Life’s Messy: Dealing with Difficult People
Lessons from the Kitchen regarding dealing with Difficult People
Lessons from the Kitchen regarding dealing with Difficult People