Frost and Dew. After the dreariness of the last few days I really welcomed a sunny brisk walk in Fintry Provincial Park. Certain parts were a little bit icy but the sun was filtering through which highlighted dew drops on the fading foliage. Before heading out through my garden gate I paused for a moment […]
When I was over visiting my daughter this last weekend and helping her to weed and prune her garden, I was taken by some of the brilliant coloured flowers which was enhanced by the early evening sunlight. At this time of the year, the flowers in general are putting on a last burst of colour […]
I am overwhelmed with the response to the fall photos I have been posting on my facebook page and I appreciate your interest and comments. I always have mixed feelings this time of the year. It is sad to see the plants and shrubs dying off but at the same time we can move on and […]
Just loved our walk this morning with two “borrowed dogs” (Rufuss and Scout). I have to say I have been a little negligent lately in doing my daily walks so it felt really good to get out even though the weather was a little blustery. Once again along our walk I was taken in with […]
One of our favorite walking spots when the temperatures reach the mid 30’s is along Shorts Creek and through the “Avenue”. Rufuss (our daughter’s dog) just loves to run in and out of the creek to keep cool. The scene varies through each season particularly along the tree lined avenue and I love the way the […]
I can’t believe after being away for only one week how much growth there has been in the garden. The yellow allysum has doubled in size. My dwarf iris have started to bloom and I discovered a little orange geum poking through the iberis. Even though our season here is later it seems to have done a […]