I grew up in the Deep South—Alabama, to be exact. I just want to admit that it carries a lot of baggage. I could write volumes on this subject that I've spent a lifetime processing. But for today, I want to focus on one of the less controversial aspects of Southern traditions. Ask any true … Continue reading SIX ON SATURDAY: A Southern Tradition
I have more than six photos to show you, but they're grouped into six categories. We find ways to bend the rules, don't we? FORSYTHIA & CAROLINA JASMINE The top/featured picture shows a forsythia shrub at the back corner of the tool shed. This is about as good as it gets most years. It had … Continue reading SIX ON SATURDAY: Spring is Here!
I’m so grateful for the recent rain and cooler weather. It’s looking more like autumn around here, which gives me some new energy to cross things off my “To Do” list. As Shep and I walk around the yard each morning, I inspect my camellias, watching the buds swell, and rejoicing when I see a … Continue reading Six On Saturday: But Who’s Counting?
After the “bright blue weather” of October, we’ve entered the grey days of November. And it’s glorious! I planted some pansies and other things a couple of weeks ago, but the dirt was so dry I had to fill each little hole with water and let it perk through to soak the thirsty soil. We’ve … Continue reading Grey Day
I’m really enjoying being outside on these lovely autumn days. From my morning walk around the yard with Shep to evenings on the deck with my husband, watching the leaves fall and getting some much-needed gardening done is a pleasure. I was delighted to find the season’s first blossom on my camellias. This has always … Continue reading End of October: Finally Fall
I'm in a bit of a rush today, so please excuse any errors and typos. I didn't want to miss an opportunity to share a few things from the garden I'm enjoying now. When the world's ablaze and tensions are high, a retreat to shady green areas is a good place to pray about it. … Continue reading SIX ON SATURDAY: Aaah! Aahctober
It’s hot. Yesterday I ran errands and posted a photo on Twitter showing my car’s dashboard registering an outdoor temperature of 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Then, two hours later it registered 103. I thank the Lord for air conditioning, but I feel for laborers whose jobs require them to work outside every day. The grass is … Continue reading July’s Eight on Saturday
Dottie Lovelady Rogers 