A glass lantern chandelier shade houses newly planted vines

Six on Saturday, Upcycling in the Garden

Upcycle A Lantern Chandelier Into A Mini Greenhouse! This is my craziest upcycle so far, for 2018.

A misty view of the Pacific from the Main Trail to the Hillside Trail

Hillside Trail and Muir Woods National Monument

If you are a hiker of modest ability, continue on the Main Trail a couple of miles, and you will leave the crowds behind.

The Sun Also Rises: Capturing a Sun Rise Is a Challenge

What I love most about Hemingway’s works are his characters.They seem real, yet so eccentric;  almost stereotypes.

Blown-out eggs are coated with colored bits of tissue paper

Crafts for the Non-Crafty: These Easter Eggs Are a Tribute to Eric Carle

As you overlap the tissue paper on the egg, Eric Carle’s picture books will come to mind. Maybe it’s a good time to pull them out, for inspiration.

yellow, purple, orange, and lime blooms on tiny cacti

Six on Saturday 3-24-18, Are We There Yet?

Gardeners from around the world share six photos relating to their gardens, or clients’ gardens, or gardens they visit.

What Does Facebook Owe You?

The stock’s value fell about 14% between Monday and Friday, following news that Facebook had suspended Cambridge Analytica for data use violations.

2 inch tomato seedling re ready to transplant

Six on Saturday 3-17-18, How to Help Those Little Seedlings Grow and Prosper

Have you used sphagnum as your seed starter for your seedlings? If so, you probably…

If You’re Afraid to Reveal Your Values on Social Media, Why Are You on Social Media?

I get it – you don’t want to offend your friends, relatives, or neighbors. Is that really good enough?

U.S. Travel: Damariscotta, Maine Is Your Ideal Summer Get-Away

When I think of “quintessential Eastern Seaboard villages,” Damariscotta, Maine comes to mind.

Salmon cakes served with baby greens and a simple vinaigrette

Low-Carb Salmon Cakes Are Delicious and Ready in a Flash

Chef-Inspired Salmon Cakes On a recent lunch visit to a favorite Cleveland restaurant, L’Albatros Brasserie,…

Basil plants at 3 weeks are getting broad leaves and are ready to move to bigger pots

How to Start Your Own Garden Seeds

The benefits of choosing the varieties you like, avoiding the importation of weeds, pests and disease, and growing healthy plants far outweighs a little inconvenience and time investment.

white snowdrop flowers push up through fallen oak leaves

Six on Saturday 3-3-18, Spring Snowfall Puts a Damper on Spirits

We often see snow in April, and rarely in May.  Yet, we wake up shocked and dismayed that it has happened again.

Greek chicken with tomato sauce in a cast iron casserole dish.

Yiayia’s Easy Greek Chicken

Another secret to the flavor is the abundance of onions and slow simmer.  Like all stews, it tastes even better when reheated.