Field Notes
On gardening, early retirement, and taking root in a Greensboro bungalow.
Trying Herb Drying
A morning harvest of basil, rosemary, and marigolds marks a first experiment with bundling and hanging herbs.
Flashback to Lake Cascade
A look back at a memorable summer family camping trip in Idaho sparks a reflection on how van adventures provided a necessary pandemic escape, while today contentment is found in the bungalow garden.
Cucumbers Are Coming Through
While the tomatoes are taking their time, the backyard garden is officially producing its first cucumbers.
Great-Grandfather’s Spittoon
As my parents declutter their family farmhouse, we are settling into our bungalow surrounded by beloved heirlooms, finding the perfect mantel home for my great-grandfather’s brass spittoon.
New Craft Alert
After a quiet couple of days being under the weather, a return to the routine brings yard work, shed progress, and a meditative afternoon experimenting with ink pressings of garden plants.
Fox Foxing
A weekend visit with family brought plenty of joyful moments with Fox, a truly unique and unforgettable dog.
Enjoying the Park(s)
A hot summer walk to the library for a DVD and a new book turns into a refreshing downtown break at LeBauer Park, sparking a reflection on Greensboro’s beautifully designed Fisher Park.
How to Not NOT Do Things
To avoid the trap of infinite sitting and thinking, I'm adapting the flexible block schedule I used as a professor to bring a gentle, focus-driven rhythm to my early retirement days.
Perky Hostas
Recent rain and newly cleared privets have brought the front yard hostas back to life.