Category Archives: Gardening With Children

Creating Welcoming Shared Spaces

Posted on November 20, 2023 by Ann Lovejoy
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Natural order is hospitable Planting Yesterday For Tomorrow As I wander about on my daily walks, I often find myself dreaming into the past. Within living memory, often not long ago at all, our Maritime Northwestern back yards looked much … Continue reading →

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Ofrenda For The Death Of Summer

Posted on November 13, 2023 by Ann Lovejoy
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Making peace with beauty in death may require fresh eyes Honoring The Fallen Autumn leaves in all their astonishing colors, from vivid brilliance to subfusk murk, make my heart sing. My grandkids and I love to gather them up and … Continue reading →

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Natural Magic

Posted on July 24, 2023 by Ann Lovejoy
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Finding magic is a garden gift In Search Of Gratitude This morning, the sky is grey, the air is full of gentle, misty drizzle and I am grateful. As I walked around town doing errands, I overheard people grousing about … Continue reading →

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Happy May Day!

Posted on May 1, 2023 by Ann Lovejoy
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Paper, scissors, and nimble fingers (or get a grandkid to help!) Making May Baskets As a girl growing up in New England, I loved the tradition of making May baskets for neighbors. We kids would make little baskets, from cones … Continue reading →

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