The Dirt on Nicky
Garden with a mind of its own
Because of our recent cold days, I’ve had to wear gloves when I go to the garden which...
ISawArkansas
Isn’t it amazing that we never seem to run short on mistakes, hopes and dreams? With all the thoughts, words, and other clutter that...
The Coffee Table
Labels are sticky
An acquaintance was recently telling me the tale of some historic family troubles, and concluded with, “He was an alcoholic,” as if that...
HavingREELFun
Hope your week went well. As for me, it went well, I got to catch some fish this week, got my fix. Just being...
The Dirt on Nicky
Volunteer virtues
If allowed, I can go on and on about the virtues of letting vegetables spread their own seeds and establish themselves. So, let’s...
The Coffee Table
The Miracle Meal
Early in our married life my husband and I did a lot of hand-to-mouth living. The restraint this required would occasionally inspire...
ISawArkansas
Did you know that a Denver Post editorial last week apologized for Colorado’s U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert implying that Rep. Ilhan Omar of Minnesota...
HavingREELFun
Monday and Tuesday of this week are not looking too promising on the weather, but man oh man Wednesday, Thursday and Friday have my...
The Nature of Eureka
Holy Hollies
For many centuries in English tradition, berry-laden branches of holly trees have been used to adorn houses and churches as emblems of Christmas....
The Dirt on Nicky
Put it in a pot
Bobbie Jean lives in a townhouse. In a sunny corner of her carport, she grew bell peppers and tomatoes in...