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While living in Oregon, I grew English Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia). I haven’t gotten to the point of growing the Lavender here but I have read that Spanish Lavender( Lavandula Stoechas) grows very well and it’s a better choice for making oils for the bath and aroma therapy, where the traditional Lavender ( English/Common) are better suited in the kitchen and make a wonderful infused cooking oil.

There is so much to learn about how to grow your garden here. I think I am going to start with… Continue

I did visit the Wilson Garden tour today, Great old piece of property. This is a lovely environment, very decorative. I took several pictures and will post them later Continue

As you can see from my page I love visuals. Images give me a huge amount of inspiration to move forward with my own Projects. I think it has to do with the years of owning an Art Gallery in Los Angeles.

Now I am just a humdrum banker these days, surrounded by lifeless cubicles without an ounce of expression.

This weekend Chris and I had a visit to Don's house. I love the fact that he has his garden plan laid out in a good-sized format. This way he can expand easily on his concept, change his v… Continue

Ruthanne’s Bean, Corn & Pineapple Salsa

Large can of Mexican stewed tomatoes (chopped, use half the juice) or fresh tomatoes work great as well.
Small can of diced pineapple (use half the juice) or fresh pineapple.
Four cloves of garlic chopped finely
Half-small onion chopped finely
Cilantro if desired
Small can of nib lets corn (drained) or cooked fresh corn cut from the cob. I love the roasted corn taste.
Small can of Black or Red beans (small beans, drained)
Add salt & pepper to tast… Continue