Tag: Gardening

Book Smart

Book Smart
Without a doubt, I'd say this morning's below zero temperatures, combined with the strong winds accompanying it, was the most torturing of winter days thus far this season. After having only shoveled … continue reading

Uncomplimentary Things

Uncomplimentary Things
It was another beautiful day in North Iowa with our temps continuing to be bearable, and once again, my first Sunday duty was to get my contemplative prayer session started. You can bet I needed that … continue reading

If You Pursue Evil

If You Pursue Evil
Another hotter than "H" day arrived which seemed all the worse with today's southerly breeze which felt like a fan blowing hot air out of a 350 degree oven. You can also be sure the temperaments of th … continue reading

High-Tech Secured

High-Tech Secured
I started my day a little earlier again as my morning schedule was booked nearly solid starting around 9:00 which gave me more time to get my morning chores done before heading out. My goodness! Alrea … continue reading

Slightly Rounded Crown

Slightly Rounded Crown
I headed off to the Downtown before sunrise so I could get to my darkened space and fulfill my Sunday morning spiritual exercises before the City awakened.  If there's one positive thing that's come … continue reading

My Pen

My Pen
Alas the work week has ended, and all the happier for it because it was very much an exercise in both patience and diligence. I mentioned to one of the professionals this morning that I was approachin … continue reading

From Direct Sowing

From Direct Sowing
I did manage to get out of the house early enough this morning so I could finish up on the little job I started yesterday. It took me about as long as I'd expected, which gave me enough time to get ba … continue reading