Can You PIck a Favorite Flower ?

July, hot sunshine, fertilizer , and water create flower blossoms filled with beauty, fragrance, and vivid color. People often ask me if I have a favo…

Two New Members of the Family

It has been an exciting week in our extended family! We welcomed two new girls and I couldn't be more thrilled. My niece Molly Diedrich gave bi…

What Draws You To The Garden?

"Seek to understand what draws you to the garden. You may discover greater rewards than the blue ribbons awarded for the biggest pumpkin or the b…

Lake Ellen: A Slice of Heaven in Northeastern Washington

I have posted pictures of Lake Ellen before, but I always marvel at the beauty of this small lake. We can leave the house and head up Lake Ellen Road…

The Lily and Photo Images by JEJ

The Lily Night after night darkness enters the face of the lily which, lightly, closes its five walls around itself, and its purse of honey, and its fragrance, …

Retreat Beauty

Take another tour with me and enjoy the beauty I am surrounded by while on retreat.