Cottage In The Court

Wednesday is usually a day when one begins to consider planning the weekend. It is the perfect day to share something new that some just might want to know. Therefore What We need to Know Wednesday se...

14 Okt 20208min

Joy is something that we need more of today. Noticing simple pleasures along the way are gifts from Mother Nature. Who doesn't like presents? I gather as I walk, whether in my garden or simply as I en...

11 Okt 202025min

Simply sharing who I am, celebrating my boldness in stepping out and getting to know people in horticulture. Using Audrey Hepburn's words "...to believe in tomorrow". The poem - My Garden Is My Sanct...

30 Sep 20206min

I first met Lady Farmer at Monticello a few years ago. It was their initial launch and I was impressed by the mission as well as their purpose. Existing in a slow, measured way can be fulfilling and ...

29 Sep 202041min

James Brayton Hall is the President and CEO of The Garden Conservancy. Since 1989 this gift of love from Frank Cabot as consistently created a stir in the preservation of American gardens, sharing ga...

28 Sep 202056min

When someone asks you have you heard of Laura Dowling, after gasping you say "YES". Admiring from afar - but reading all of her books - the opportunity to chat with her was worth waiting for. You see ...

23 Sep 202037min

Maryland offers so many different agricultural opportunities. I recently explored two Maryland Wineries. Since the opportunity to #resetrenewrestore in Europe was not possible, experiencing Maryland ...

13 Sep 202026min

Let it be is all I could say as this period of unintentional pausing has made all of us pay attention. Going out into the garden every day to weed or water was less important. Admiring the beauty of t...

5 Sep 202039min