Tag Archives: Plants

Drunken Herbs

Posted on July 6, 2021 by Shoes

I think our rosemary has a drinking problem. In an effort to keep my askings – those to our neighbor to come over and play with our cats and throw water at our plants while we are gone – to … Continue reading →

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Fur Friday – James and the Orchid

Posted on July 2, 2021 by Shoes

Welcome to Fur Friday where I post a random picture (or more) of some of our pets and maybe write a thing or two about it.

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Simple Sunday – And a Succulent to Boot

Posted on July 19, 2020 by Shoes

I planted this succulent in a Saguaro boot over a year ago and have watered it sparingly. I have no idea if the recent sprouting of the tendril is a good thing or not, but it is quite pretty. The … Continue reading →

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James vs. the Plant

Posted on July 1, 2020 by Shoes

A week and a half ago I introduced a new houseplant into our home. The odds are stacked against it for several reasons, the top three reasons being: me, our cats, and me. To shrug off the responsibility and the … Continue reading →

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Forward Thinking

Posted on September 1, 2014 by Shoes

It is the first of September.  If we were to have invited you over to our house for dinner tonight though, you would have questioned the date based upon our centerpieces. You see, we went out on a quest late … Continue reading →

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The Little Annual That Could

Posted on October 23, 2012 by Shoes

I am the first to admit that I do not have a green thumb.  When it comes to keeping plants alive my track record is grim.  I believe my main deficit when it comes to gardening and tending to plants … Continue reading →

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Simple Sunday – Little Pieces of Fall

Posted on October 14, 2012 by Shoes

The boys and I walk to the school bus stop everyday. Along the way we are treated with nature’s artwork.  She rarely disappoints. And sometimes if we are lucky, Mother Nature takes it upon herself to frame some of that … Continue reading →

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