First fall day of the year, or so it feels. We headed out of town in what should have been a simple pack n’ go but these days necessitate an extra bag for our electronic…

Mid-August has finally arrived and in this area at least, we are on our 60th day of 90+ degree temps.  Really!  I am officially over watering my outdoor potted plants, most of which look something like this: Petunias…

After working 1/2 day last Saturday and looking forward to the same for the next 2 Saturdays, I wanted, no needed, to sleep in on Saturday. Unfortunately I am not a particularly late sleeper and…

My precious aunt lost her battle with cancer in the wee hours this morning. We had not expected it quite this soon. I will miss her so… Anastasia Itsa Whitesell June 5, 1928-July 20, 2010

With June on record as the hottest month to date, we have slipped into July and are on the way to breaking another record. Our yard is a parched desert desperately in need of some…