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They really are quite remarkable creatures. This little one was quite lively, and navigated the thorny rose with bravado. It was fascinating to watch. I just didn’t have it in me to kill it... #snail #snailsThe little bronze figures I made back in school always make me happy when the afternoon sun strikes just so. It’s been a while since I’ve seen them. Haven’t had time to be out here much, but I really needed a day in the garden to turn my back on the world, and forget all its evils. Their struggle to climb the screen is a often a good reality check, but it’s not quite working for me today. I feel we have blood on our hands - on at least two fronts. I wonder where I’d turn if I didn’t have a garden...? #feelingfortunate #tryingtoescape #thesolaceofagarden #mybackyardA view from the roof is always interesting. Taking advantage of the sunshine to take down this monstrous #clematisaarmandiiappleblossom #plantsthateatbuildings #makingthehubbyhappy Oh well... a spring without flowers, but it’ll grow back. This time I will keep it in check, though!We had a few too many pet accidents lately, so today was rug cleaning day. The old rug got a good schampooing with the power washer, and while I was at it, I washed three other rugs too. This one I did last, and as I was almost done, I realized the sky had gotten awfully dark. By the time I had put everything away, it was thundering and big wet drops were hitting the driveway. I guess that means everything gets an extra rinse. But, I just had to snap a quick picture of how good that rug looked against that ominous sky. #fallcolors at their best!After a week of rain, I took advantage of the sunny day, and worked on the houseboat project. It was such a pretty day... #makingupforlosttime #containerplanting #rootballsareheavy #plantingisfun #dirtundermynails #beautifulday #opticvervedesignSo nice to see the abundabce of bright young humans standing up for their future. I had good intentions, but got tied up in a meeting, so I got there late, and the crowds of people were dispersing. Feel bad about not planning better for it, but glad to see the turnout was so great. Good for you, kids! Can’t wait for the older generation to be phased out, so you can take over. #climatestrike #climatechange #climatechaosrebellion #climate #climatechaos #stopclimatechange #stopclimatechangenow #extinctionrebellion #portlandoregon #omsi
Category Archives: Flower traditions and lore
Ikebana – a brief overview of Japanese flower arrangements
At various library sales, I found two wonderful little books, dating back to the mid-1950’s, explaining the art of Japanese flower arrangements. Both were written to demystify Japan to foreigners; one was issued by the “Japan Travel Bureau, Tokyo” as … Continue reading
Posted in Flower traditions and lore, Just for fun
Tagged art, flower arrangement, fūryū, hana, history, ikebana, Japan, moribana, nageire, rikka
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Costmary – humble guardian of the feminine principle
I have a gathering of herbs in my garden that I use for cooking. Nothing out of the ordinary, but enough to pull off a decent meal here and there. Earlier this year, I came across a completely new (to me) herb … Continue reading
Posted in Flower traditions and lore, Plant profiles
Tagged apostles, Christianity, Costmary, Gospel, herb, history, Jesus, Mary Magdalene, Nicholas Culpeper
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Midsummer magic and the twilight pursuit of dreams
Today is Midsummer’s Eve, which – as an expat – always fills me with a sort of homesick melancholy. In Sweden, the Summer Solstice is a national holiday, whereas here it is a regular work day like any other. This … Continue reading
Posted in Flower traditions and lore
Tagged magic, Midsummer's Eve, mysticism, superstitions, Sweden, traditions, wildflowers
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