Holiday decorations are put away; the new year is well underway with record cold weather, major snow storms, rain and wind. What better time for another holiday – one that brings a smile to the face and anticipation of warm sunny flower filled days. About ten years ago I decided to forego holiday tradition of cards – the holidays are too busy to send cards and overflowing with greetings from the family, friends as well as the corner drug store. Groundhog Day just doesn’t get much attention or ap… Continue

It’s cold! Even here in the sunny south. What better time to dream and scheme about the next backyard adventure. Whip up some hot chocolate, put another log on the fire, gather the family around and plan your adventure.

Planning is part of the fun. Gather ideas, brainstorm on how to achieve them and then… Continue

Somewhere between the blush of Spring’s baby bird and the holidays, my life got very busy limiting my backyard adventures. The highlight adventure of the summer was my granddaughter’s birthday party at The Gulf Specimen Marine Lab in Panacea, FL. We took the grand tour, held star fish in our hands, caught tiny sand crabs and fed blue crabs. All the kids had a great time and I still have sand in my car!… Continue