This past weekend, I went with a dear friend on a garden tour of edible gardens grown organically around the Cowichan Valley. Wow! Was that ever inspiring! Gardeners had created something from nothing in such creative ways and developed such productive gardens to feed both their families and their market businesses. I learned a lot... Continue Reading →
Birthday lunch under the hazelnut trees in the Kootenays
It is such an idyllic place to celebrate a birthday..feeling the warmth of summer, the slight breeze of warm clean air and the appreciation of time together with family. With gratitude, Lise-Lotte
Kootenay Lake
Here are a few pictures from a beautiful part of the world.. here in British Columbia..crossing Kootenay Lake by ferry. It takes about 45 minutes and because it is an in-land ferry, it is free of charge. Something that living on the coast with the high cost of ferry fares, we are not used to..... Continue Reading →
Gifts from the raspberry patch
Hello everyone, Here are some gifts from the raspberry patch in the back garden...a few raspberries, both yellow and red and a pea pod for a little gift for my Mom. I bought the jar at a garage sale. I thought she could use it since she makes the most wonderful marmalade. I know lots... Continue Reading →