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Many a genius has been slow of growth. Oaks that flourish for a thousand years do not spring up into beauty like a reed

~ George H. Lewis

Spiral Orb Spider Webs

We have many species of spiders lurking on the property here.  We’re not sure exactly who was responsible for constructing these beautiful spiral orb webs, as the architects weren’t in residence when these photographs were taken, but a number of these webs were strung throughout our redwood trees near the house this week.  The early morning [...]

Daffy About Daffodils

I wandered lonely as a cloud, That floats on high o’er vales and hills, When all at once I saw a crowd,  A host, of golden daffodils ~ William Wordsworth

Dutch Master Daffodils in Bloom

In the hopes of having something other than bare ground, and some spindly fruit trees to look at in the orchard [...]

Roasted Butternut Squash Soup

Roasted Butternut Squash Soup

This vibrant colored, flavorful soup is an excellent way to use the abundance of butternut squash that is available in the garden, or at local farmer’s markets during this time of year.  Roasting is the key to highlighting the wonderful warm, sweet, rich flavors of the squash, and the fresh sage [...]

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