February 2021 – The Trials and Tribulations of an Urban Farmer

Painting the Dog

28 Feb 202128 Feb 2021

Professional dog portraits by a local artist were recently shared in my sister-in-law’s social channel. Painted by a local artist, they capture the personality and whimsy of their dog and…

Shy Lilies

21 Feb 202121 Feb 2021

Red roses of passion bloom in the Valentine bouquet.Crimson carnations assert continuing devotion.Abundant chrysanthemums provide a pure backdrop for floral passion,While shy lilies still sleep in pale green cocoons. Red…

art…

Gardening Through Art

14 Feb 202114 Feb 2021

I booked time off for this past week a year ago contemplating many happy garden tours. Instead, I spent a week at home in mid-winter Canada. I miss the sights,…

recipe

A+ Microwave Apple Crisp

7 Feb 20219 Feb 2021

Warm apple crisp is my ultimate comfort food. This quick recipe originated in my university days when a friend and I were renting rooms in a home with a kitchen…