Summer started literally with a bang at our house this year. At 12:04 a.m. on June 21 summer began and overnight we had thunder and lightening and yes of course, more rain. It woke all of us up and that is hard to do, let me tell you. Next up: why yes, let’s have some more … More another interesting weekend in the great white north
Greetings from the frozen tundra. Things are greening up nicely around here. The plants are happy and it’s mowing season again. Life is beautiful. Thought I’d share some of what’s growing and blooming right now. You all remember my rhubarb right? Earlier photos can be found here. Well, here is the first harvest(we’ve had two … More Late spring
Welp, spring has arrived just in time for summer and you gotta love that timing :) Today, while checking up on our veggie garden I spotted the lovely iris:
I had grand intentions of looking for other signs to add to this but time is getting away from me. I knew immediately which sign I must post for this challenge. This sign was in Málaga and it made us feel so welcome there. It’s one reason we fell in love with this charming Mediterranean … More Weekly Photo Challenge: The Sign Says
Last month I wrote about the St. Paul skyways. Now I’d like to introduce you to downtown St. Paul, from the outside. My blog friend Marianne gave me the idea when she commented on my skyway post. So thanks Marianne! I love the skyways but it’s also fun to walk about outside as well, as … More Downtown St. Paul on the outside
Spring continues to fill in all around us here in the frozen tundra and I took some photos to share. Remember this rhubarb? It looks like this as of a couple of days ago(time for harvest #2!!): I am not sure what this is called but it comes back every spring without fail. And it … More an update on spring
I started a new job in downtown St. Paul last month and I am exploring the fascinating skyways. There are many places to eat along with convenience shops, banks and ATMs, a florist, some card shops and dry cleaners within walking distance of my office. And it’s all enclosed so you don’t have to worry … More The skyways of St. Paul
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