Thoughtful musings on various topics by interesting people at Blithewold
‘Tis the gift
How many of us want to keep it simple for the holidays? Especially now. I, for one have been shamed out of wanting to shop by the atrocious behavior of fellow consumers. And aren’t we … Read more.
Baubles that sparkle
I’m stuck on a baublular theme because I have to rave about what Fred and Dan have hung from the trees this year. Each year the staff, volunteers and visitors are surprised by yet another … Read more.
Baubles
‘Tis the season to hang stuff from branches – even the trees are doing it! – Hey, maybe that’s where Martha and the rest of us got the idea… And when the trees drop their … Read more.
Mixed greens
We’ve all been busy at Blithewold decorating for the holidays and Gail and I have had the particular pleasure of being reacquainted with the abundance of evergreens on the property. The other day we walked … Read more.
Winter skin
We’ve been hit. And just like back in June with the sucker punch heatwave, there hasn’t been a chance to acclimate. All of a sudden in a bitter wind, the plants have turned inside out … Read more.
Winter storage
What have you done with all of the tender perennials you bought this summer? Are they in the compost heap? Have you left them where they were planted in hopes of a mild winter come-back? … Read more.
365 days
“Nothing lasts.” That might sound pessimistic to the average bear but to a gardener it’s a liberating, life affirming and exciting truth. Yesterday a lucky group of gardeners and Blithewold supporters had the pleasure of … Read more.
Maple tease
I think I promised an Ode to Maple Trees post during one of my fall color raptures and let me just say again that this has been the most stunning year for fall color that … Read more.
Good news
Things are really looking up around here. I have to say that I still have goosebumps and this weirdly giddy feeling that must be called “hope”. Rhode Islanders, regardless of a devastatingly stinky economy (did … Read more.
I dig election day
I will also pitch, shred, and rake on election day. The morning is gloriously warm and delicately sunny but I woke up tense and nervous and am still having trouble relaxing. I won’t be able … Read more.