No doubt, strength is a good thing when getting into the garden after winter and taking on spring cleanup and new projects. And if you're still doing the exercises from 'Gardener Must-Have: A Strong Back,' progress is being made. My back is feeling sturdier and now the trick is to keep doing the exercises and …
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Something a little different today for 'Gardener Shape-Up, Being Mindful'... Many of you may already be aware Dr. Cohan and her viral video. I was not, until a few days ago. And in the case that some of you may have also missed it, I've decide to share. I was driving in the car and …
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I'm starting out the 30 days of 'Gardener Shape Up - Being Mindful of Health,' with a post focused on a critical item for happy gardening - a strong back. Well actually, knowing what it's like to have a strained back, it's a critical item to get the clippers from a top shelf or even …
It's January and yes it's the time of year that many of us are revitalizing our commitment to living healthy. Although do you ever feel January seems to run counter intuitive to this goal? It's colder, darker and gloomier than most other times of the year (in the Northern Hemisphere anyway) so it's tougher to …
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This wreath is so colorful and festive that I just had to post it on New Year's Eve! Here's to mud in your eye if you are a gardener! And if not, well then simply cheers! Cheers to new beginnings wherever you decide to start them but most definitely in the garden! Many thanks to …
As we head toward the new year and possibly entertain a little self-reflection about starting afresh, remember to emphasize your assets in your new ventures! I think that is what was decided here…have a pink door - go with it! (Spotted at the entrance to a grooming salon.) And for a bit more on this …
You just never know what you might see... I saw this pretty wreath while driving a tiny back road near the foothills. The winter light and it's shadows are so interesting together. Winter twilight, fleeting but lovely.
I like the silver bells against the rustic wood on this front door. The size attracts my eye as well. Simple and pretty.
A very frosty Friday as much fog has covered the Boise valley. This wreath has an entirely new color and textured added - as the frost wraps it. The sun, although trying to break through, is able to cast just a milky light so far. Pretty. Frosty. Friday. Keep warm.
One thing I love about living in Boise is there's no shortage of outdoor enthusiasts! It's Holiday week, be merry in your outdoor endeavors!
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