Tag: Flowers
The Promise of Spring
Even as much of the country dealt with waves of subfreezing temperatures and heavy snow and ice storms over the past few weeks, I've been keeping an eye out for early signs of spring. Friends and relatives in northwest Oregon endured snow, layers of ice and subsequent power outages, but here in the southwest corner of the state (at the lower elevations) we stayed above freezing and avoided all the downed lines and broken limbs.
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Breath of Fresh Air
As I work on our April Green Issue — devoted to eco-friendly, sustainable travel — my thoughts turn to the living, breathing green plants that are so beneficial to our planet. Since it’s February and snow blankets my dormant gardens, I yearn for everything green and growing.
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Feb 1, 2016Spring is Coming in Vietnam
"In traditional Vietnamese culture, Tết Nguyên Đán marks the coming of spring and the arrival of the New Year, literally translating to the “Feast of the First Morning of the First Day.”"
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In Bloom
Usually I am a disaster in the garden. For years, I have tried to grow wild flowers (or any flowers) along the east side of my house. I have tried planting seeds, bulbs and store-bought flowers, but none ever take. I even tried replanting some flowers from my sister’s beautiful yard. Still no luck.