Monthly Archives: March 2012

Parents, let my shrubs give you some child-rearing advice

Posted on March 26, 2012 by bloomingreverend

The recent warm spell has coaxed local forsythia bushes into blooming, even though it is only March. I have always loved their bright, cheery arrival while the grass is still brown and the weather is still cool, especially when there are nearby … Continue reading →

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My church is starting a community garden!

Posted on March 21, 2012 by bloomingreverend

When we decided to sell our house, I knew it would be upsetting to remove my front yard vegetable boxes. Not having a plan for where they might go made it worse. Having already bought a house with a small, … Continue reading →

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Why home renovations are like getting a tattoo

Posted on March 16, 2012 by bloomingreverend

On Sunday, I was talking with my congregation about tattoos because I read about a church in Texan with a Lenten tattoo project. Since I am no fan of tattoos (I’m not morally opposed or anything, I’m just cheap and pain-adverse) it’s … Continue reading →

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What, me worry?

Posted on March 12, 2012 by bloomingreverend

As we prepare to move out of our old house, we are faced with the huge task of removing the front yard vegetable beds. There are nine wooden boxes, each 4 X 8 feet, filled with nine yards (or more!) of rich … Continue reading →

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A plant with guts

Posted on March 5, 2012 by bloomingreverend

Coming home from church last week my daughter said, “Mom, do you know those purple flowers outside the window in your office? They’re blooming!”  I thought that it was a sign of mild weather. The large carpet of vinca minor (also called periwinkle or … Continue reading →

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