“It’s difficult to think anything but pleasant thoughts while eating a homegrown tomato.” said Lewis Grizzard and me. I made it! Remember the tomato tart I mentioned a couple weeks ago, promising I’d try it. It was worth the little… Read more
A Story, General
Summer Solstice letter
So here it is — the summer solstice. For weeks I’ve had event-after-event to deal with. What with the dreaded piano recital (story yet to be shared), arrangements being made for the upcoming move, sorting and packing well under way,… Read more
A Story, General
Shopping on a main street like mine
“What makes the farmer’s market such a special place is that you’re actually creating community around food.” — Bryant Terry Qualicum Beach Farmer’s market. Arriving early. I hear people who say they don’t buy local because it costs more. That’s… Read more
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in the neighbourhood
As Mr. Rogers always said, “It’s a beautiful day in the neighbourhood.” On Saturday, although an overcast day, I couldn’t resist taking some photos showing my neighbourhood as I drove to the Farmer’s Market. Our Farmer’s Market is open year… Read more
Books Diane Recommends, General
On Agnes and other miscellany
“The measure of your life is the amount of beauty and happiness of which you are aware.” – Agnes Martin [aside: I wonder why people don’t name their daughters Agnes anymore? It’s a lovely name and sounds so nice when… Read more
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Where did she go?
(Both photos taken on my iPhone) It’s about time I do an update, don’t you think? Even if only to demonstrate that I really am still kicking. Next post I’ll share a basket full of updates/tidbits. It will include some… Read more
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Shoot the Change you Want in the World
Many of you know that I live my life consciously, always aware of my impact on the environment. I’ve had this awareness since I was a very young girl with my connection to the land and the balance of life… Read more