Ann Loves Plants: a life in horticulture
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Not Just Your Average Walk in the Park: Mt Tabor
Ann writes about her 22 years in Southeast Portland’s Mt. Tabor Neighborhood, intertwining personal growth with her surroundings. While on a walk, she confronts past struggles related to CPTSD, and embraces self-care. Gardens and plants remain a source of joy while navigating life changes and newfound spontaneity.
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The Hellstrip from Hell
Go ahead and laugh. The H Strip at my house is aware of its inadequacy. Besides, you wouldn’t be the first to mock its Lilliputian size. I’ve grown used to the giggles. And I have intense Hellstrip envy. This area is not designed—clearly! It’s a hodgepodge of plants that don’t need summer watering and for…
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Same House, New Husband, Different Garden
Just over a week ago the sale (purchase) of the house finally closed. It was the longest house sale I’ve ever heard of (12 months) and it added to an already long year. After struggling with the bank, my lawyer, bankruptcy court, and the title company, things were finally hammered out and I can relax…
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