After years of procrastination, here alas, is a compilation of my cancer story, survival mechanisms, and recipes. Sprinkled in with gardening and other earthy things because I can’t help it.
Impact vs. Productivity
Today I woke up with anxiety over my giant to-do list and the weight of responsibility on my shoulders. This is normal for me, but this morning felt particularly heavy. So I did what I often do repeating to myself like a mantra….”You are not saving lives. It’s ok. If stuff doesn’t all get done…
Taming the Feral Everglades Currant Tomato
An amateur adventure in plant breeding.
40th year and 4 wonderful things
In my 40th year now, I have recognized 4 fabulous milestones and achievements that are making 40 look pretty fine!
a few of my favorite things
Just a few observations of fascinating natural things from the woods and the gardens.
death happens
Life and death are intertwined. I am reminded nearly everyday of the omnipresence of death, but the past few months have been heavy.
Arthur & The Squash
My cat likes squash, I think it’s funny! Just something silly and fun to make you smile.
Guatemalan Blue Squash!
This delicious, rare, and beautiful squash is worth saving and loving.
on hairlessness
Losing body hair, head to toe can be a frightening, vulnerable, annoying and joyous experience. Here’s mine.
gardening is more than just growing things
Storytelling is a powerful way to build yourself, and community. I publicly shared this story, even though at the last minute I was apprehensive about doing it.
a seed waits for no one
It’s that time of year when seeds are ripening at all hours of the day for many weeks. No time to rest.
seeds and stories 