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July 17, 2018July 17, 2018

Green Goddess Dressing

Posted by howlingwithwolves2 in cooking, gardens, Health, Herbs, Uncategorized

Here is a delicious salad dressing that is easy to make. You will need these ingredients: 1/2 cup sour cream 1 clove of garlic 1/4 cup of fresh or dried tarragon 1/4 cup fresh dill 1/4 cup parsley, fresh or dried 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1 Tablespoon lemon juice 1/2 cup either plain…Read more »

July 3, 2018

The Historic State Park of The Empire Mine

Posted by howlingwithwolves2 in Fabulous Photos, gardens, history, Travels

William Bourn, Jr. took over management of the mine to keep it from closing. He pushed several mine shafts past the 1,200 foot level and brought the mine into profit status. Mr. Bourn had a cottage made for his family and himself. He hired others to maintain his great gardens. Here are some pictures I…Read more »

May 18, 2018May 18, 2018

Geranium’s Charm

Posted by howlingwithwolves2 in Earth's wonders, gardens, legends, Uncategorized

Legends state  the first geranium grew at the feet of where the Prophet Mohammed had hung his shirt to dry. The flower has been used in ancient times in solar spells and transformation. Geranium means gentility.

May 16, 2018

Symbol of Undying Love

Posted by howlingwithwolves2 in amusing & appealing, gardens, legends

The Forget-Me-Not flower means eternal friendship and undying love. A legend speaks of a man and his betrothed walking along the banks of the river on a night before their wedding. The woman cried out when she saw a small blue flower floating on the river’s current. The man leapt into the river to fetch…Read more »

May 15, 2018

The Flower of the Faerie

Posted by howlingwithwolves2 in amusing & appealing, gardens, legends, Uncategorized

Legend states that when the foxglove bows its head, it means the faerie folk are out walking. It is considered lucky to have a foxglove growing from seed in your garden. Do not transplant it for it might mask a faerie home. Foxgloves are used in the medicine world to strengthen and stimulate your heart.

May 11, 2018May 11, 2018

The Mystical Chrysanthemums

Posted by howlingwithwolves2 in amusing & appealing, Earth's wonders, gardens, history, Uncategorized

A whisper on the wind claimed the chrysanthemum is a special meeting place for the wee folk. I don’t know if it’s true, but who am I to say nay? This flower has been cultivated for centuries. The Chinese drink wine made from this flower to ensure long life. The original Japanese flag depicted a…Read more »

May 9, 2018May 9, 2018

The Carnation

Posted by howlingwithwolves2 in gardens, history, legends, Uncategorized

With Mother’s Day almost upon us, I thought this legend appropriate. Every flower has its own meaning in history, myths, and legends. The carnation means pride, beauty, and deep love. According to legend, the carnation was first seen at Christ’s birth in Bethlehem. The carnation became popular and associated with Mother’s Day in the USA…Read more »

March 23, 2018

Signs of Spring

Posted by howlingwithwolves2 in Fabulous Photos, gardens, Uncategorized
March 21, 2018

The Legend of the Poplar Tree

Posted by howlingwithwolves2 in amusing & appealing, gardens, legends, Uncategorized

Here is another legend I came across that sounded interesting. For those of you that like mythology will find it interesting. It is said when Hercules returned from the land of the dead, he wore a wreath of silver-leafed poplar. The inner side of the leaves turned white as they pressed against Hercules’ sweaty brow.…Read more »

March 14, 2018

The Legend of the Willow Tree

Posted by howlingwithwolves2 in gardens, legends, Uncategorized

I came across this legend and thought it interesting with Easter approaching. After his marriage to Bathsheba, David felt happy and played his harp. Two angels appeared and accused him of great sin. ( I’m assuming because his wife wasn’t Christian?)  For 40 days and nights, David wept tears of repentance and  his tears formed…Read more »

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