Korean Lilac Dreamy and intoxicating is the aroma of these Korean lilacs in full bloom - one can almost smell the heady fragrance from the mere image...can't you? Words and images by Michael J. Hall
Swallowtail & Wisteria
First frosty down of the year descends Dissolving at my warm touch Ever so briefly exchanging its energy Leaving behind a tingle and a tear of joy Words and images by Michael J. Hall
What do snakes, spiders, lizards, cicadas, crabs, dragonflies, humans, and birch trees all have in common? No, they are not ALL creepy - only most of them are. Yes, they are all organic things, but was looking for an answer a little deeper than that. Or actually more superficial. They all have outer layers that... Continue Reading →
Unexpected visit Down the lengthy driveway from my house there is a metal box affixed to a granite post. I wonder if any unexpected surprises from the postal service await me this day. On my route, a strange, but friendly feline saunters up to greet me. Its fur is a mix of grays arranged in... Continue Reading →
Elegant zinnia Between the daily visits from woodchucks, rabbits, and deer it's a wonder that any plant from our garden with a mature height of six feet or less manages to survive. But zinnia flowers thrive and are resilient in the face of these adversities. This must be why many cultures see the zinnia as... Continue Reading →
Dahlia Clarion The nearly black foliage and rounded lemon yellow petals of this dahlia species make for a passing resemblance of its little pollinator friend. With a blooming season that lasts from mid-summer until the first frosts, this bitty bee has plenty of time to collect pollen and nectar ahead of winter. But you can... Continue Reading →
This daylily is so named because it resembles a star of gold. The blossoms arrive for a day and then fade away. Fortunately, each plant produces several flower buds that mature at different times making it possible to enjoy these lovely blossoms over the course of several weeks. Perhaps a more fitting name for the... Continue Reading →
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