This past Easter Sunday, I hiked the trails of the Japanese Garden and bird sanctuary at Jackson Park. The Japanese Garden is a reconstruction on the original site of the Japanese Garden from the Chicago World’s Fair 1893. In the background you can see the Museum of Science and Industry, which is the only building [...]
Yes, it’s Chicago, it’s windy (with gusts to 40 mph) and it’s 60 degrees. My garden is budding and blooming.
Happy Feb 29th and Spring has Sprung in Chicago. My first little yellow crocus of the season. It’s been a strange winter, and makes me think I should start my seeds this week. Enjoy the growth below!
Happy Valentine’s Day! I think I’m eager to see some Spring. While looking through old garden pictures, I found this series. One Plot/7 Days. Enjoy!
This past weekend, I enjoyed a quick trip to Michigan. For some reason, even though I am in Chicago and we are on the very same lake, I never see it much. Sometimes getting away from your routine can help us relax and enjoy the beauty we may be missing. I traveled to Michigan to [...]