Memorial Day

This year Memorial Day takes on a new meaning for me.  It is the first since my father was interred at Arlington National Cemetery.  Although my dad did not die in the line of duty, he did devote a lifetime to the United States...

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Landscaping

When we first moved into our house our yard was one of the areas that needed some immediate attention. It is a large lot and has good bones, so to speak, but needed some TLC. There was a tree in the front of the house which...

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Flower Arrangements

I discovered that I really like flowers/plants and arranging them.  (Remember I think I’m an Amaryllis Farmer.)  My Uncle Fred was a florist and I was always in awe at how creatively brilliant he was.  I can’t...

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Double Gate You Say?

Jo has been asking for a double gate to give us vehicle access to the backyard. Sounded like a good idea to me, as there was plenty of room to expand the current opening. That was probably about two years ago and after too many...

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