Monthly Archives: June 2007

Fava beans and a nice Chianti

  Well, ok, it was actually Fava beans and a very drinkable Piesporter recently made by Rick (my sweet) -but I liked the movie line better. I ‘ve had Favas on my mind since I read a post showing a beautiful Fava … Continue reading

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Five little chocolate wedding cakes all in a row

Recently, I was asked to make 5 lovely, chocolate wedding cakes for the wedding reception of Tessa and her true love Jared. Tessa is the beautiful, artistic and stylish daughter of Jill -my best friend from 4th grade-who is also … Continue reading

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Xeric mow-strip in full bloom

This is our xeric (low water demand) mow-strip -a little past prime but still beautiful in my humble opinion. If I had posted this blog two weeks ago, it would have been more beautiful. But oh well. We put this in … Continue reading

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Everything’s coming up roses (and lavender)!

This is my first post in the new blog and everything in my life is bursting forth in blossom. Today there are six rose plants blooming in my garden along with peonies, poppies and evening primrose. Cranesbill geranium, bleeding heart and … Continue reading

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