nature
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If California had a signature scent…
Have you ever smelled California Sagebrush? It’s intoxicating. Every time I walk past it in the yard, I stop to gently brush my hand against the leaves, hold my hand up to my face, and inhale. The aroma is so… Continue reading
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Possibilities
As I puttered around the yard this morning, checking out the plants and listening to the birds peeping and chittering in the trees, I thought about why I get so excited about native plants. A big part of it is… Continue reading
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Meet the Clumps!
Happy new year! I was back in Massachusetts with family for the holidays, which was wonderful, although I missed my daily walks to check on the plants. It was so nice to come back with fresh eyes after 8 days.… Continue reading
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Amazing signs of life
It’s been quite the rainy season so far here in Northern California. Even when it doesn’t rain overnight, the mornings are foggy and heavy with dew. The plants are so happy! New leaves and buds are everywhere. While I’ve been… Continue reading
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Tiny joys in the yard this week
Part of why I walk around the yard a few times a day is to see how the plants are doing. I also need to stand up from working at the computer and get my blood moving. But the main… Continue reading
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When it’s too dark to see, I listen
I happened to be outside this morning at 5:30. It was mostly dark, and the beaver moon was still in the sky. (Did you get to see it last night, all huge and beautiful?) I meandered around a bit, trying… Continue reading
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Moving through heartbreak
What a terrible week. I took these videos before election day, and so much has happened since then. Because of that, I need to keep working on restoring and healing this little piece of land. It’s not the only action… Continue reading
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Trusting the plants
Fire is a natural part of life in California. A lot of native plants and trees need it for healthy growth. Before European and American settlers came to California, Indigenous peoples used it to sustain balance in the native landscapes.… Continue reading
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A different timetable
“Native plants take a while to establish.” That’s something I’ve heard over and over again. But how long is a while? I’m sure there’s no one answer, but I’ve heard everything from a few weeks to 2 or 3 years.… Continue reading
Putting Down Roots 