I bought myself a gerber daisy in celebration of the first day of spring. I don't think I have ever been quite so happy for the arrival of the first day of spring. I know it doesn't mean much—this is New England, after... Continue Reading →
Women and the Environment
Excuse me while I climb up onto my soapbox. OK. Ahem. Next Tuesday, March 8! It's International Women's Day. Do something nice for the women in your life, including yourself, if you are a woman. Go stand on a bridge if you can. Read Half the Sky. Donate some money to Women for Women if... Continue Reading →
Self Diagnosis
I've diagnosed myself with cabin fever. If you answer yes to the following questions, you may have it, too. Are you restless? Are you irritable? Are you excessively sleeping? Are you experiencing irrational frustration with everyday objects? A two-minute respite is available here.
Park(ing) Day
Tomorrow is Park(ing) Day! My town is participating and I can't wait to check it out. People around the world will be turning parking spaces into temporary parks. Check it out.
Pearl Fryar
I'm obsessed with topiaries. I believe it stems from my obsession with the movie Edward Scissorhands. I saw it six times in the movie theater. I love everything about this movie. The story line, the actors, the soundtrack, the set design. For those of you who haven't seen the movie, Edward cuts bushes into different... Continue Reading →
