Posted by in Health, Uncategorized Gut health is more than a reflection of what you eat. It includes the components of your lifestyle like sleep schedule, stress levels, and exercise regimens. The typical American diet is heavy in fats and low in fruits and vegetables which doesn’t create a good environment for your gut. Aim for a balanced diet that…Read more »
Posted by in amusing & appealing, Earth's wonders, gardens, Uncategorized I planted a bleeding heart in my shade plant box last year. This year it took off and is so beautiful.
Posted by in amusing & appealing, Earth's wonders, Fabulous Photos, Travels I drove up to Leavenworth area for the Autumnfest. The Aspin trees were so beautiful in their gold colors. Even though there had been numerous forest fires this past summer, the undergrowth of the trees were striking in reds and yellows. I bought a box of Barlett pears that were perfect in sweetness and a…Read more »
Posted by in Earth's wonders, history, Just A Thought, Uncategorized As a child, I used to go on field trips to Green Lake in north Seattle. I always thought the water had a strange smell and the bottom of the lake felt yucky to my feet. My eyes popped out when I saw this little article about Green Lake today in the NW Prime Time…Read more »
Posted by in Earth's wonders, gardens With hot summers comes the endless weeds in our yards and gardens. Weeds germinate best in warm, sunny, moist soil. Loose, dry, shady soil not so much. Once the weeds sprout, there are a few ways to kill them. I don’t recommend poisons as they run off into the sewers and eventually find their way…Read more »
Posted by 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 »
Posted by 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.
