Tag: Hamamelis

  • Snow, Beauty, and Grief in February 2018

    February of 2018 started out quietly. After months of renovating the kitchen I was trying to return to normal for all of us—including the cats.  It was cold and grey. I’d signed up for a few more classes in horticulture at Clackamas Community College. My hope was that I’d feel better and do more in…

  • Before returning to Italy, let’s review last winter…

    Before returning to Italy, let’s review last winter…

    About last winter, well, it was divine. Between the fair weather, a class in horticulture, and time spent with friends over long meals, it was a time to indulge in additional personal growth and discovery while lingering to get to know those around me better. What I mean to say here is that my new…