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Of Toads and Herbs…

Each summer morning this time of year, I rush out in the morning with my mug of coffee to see what herbs and/or vegetables are ready for harvesting. I spend about an hour and a half out in my gardens after my husband leaves for work at 8:30 am. Sprinkled throughout my garden beds are small vignettes of various whimsy, and I chuckle to myself as I work. … Read More Of Toads and Herbs…

May 29, 2023May 31, 2023 bluewillowcottage

The Invisible becomes visible…

Often in the quiet moments of reflection, I discover that I have grown weary in my spirit, and have almost lost my hope without realizing it.
… Read More The Invisible becomes visible…

April 25, 2020April 26, 2020 bluewillowcottageLeave a comment

Boredom To Delight: The Troll Village

There are dozens of things to do during this down time in Quarantine! Be Creative! Be that fun mom who lets the kids get dirty and make things! … Read More Boredom To Delight: The Troll Village

March 21, 2020March 22, 2020 bluewillowcottageLeave a comment

Summertime Abundance on the First of August…

Summertime is for laying at the pool and going out to clip herbs and pick veggies for the dinnertable.
… Read More Summertime Abundance on the First of August…

August 1, 2019August 9, 2019 bluewillowcottage

Dabbling in Dirt

From the time I could hold a trowel, I have loved to garden. I am grateful to have come from a long line of great gardeners on both sides of my family.  Grandmothers, aunts, sister, and cousins have shared cherished family seeds and cuttings, and handed down the secrets of excellent gardening to each new… Read More Dabbling in Dirt

November 15, 2016November 30, 2016 bluewillowcottage1 Comment

A Smiling Summer Begins

“There is a smiling summer here, which causes birds to sing.” -Emily Dickinson … Read More A Smiling Summer Begins

May 18, 2016May 19, 2016 bluewillowcottage

“Special Pasta Sauce” (for those Surplus Tomatoes, and Project # 38 of the 40)

At the looks of my raised garden today, I will have bright red, juicy tomatoes all the way up to Thanksgiving.… Read More “Special Pasta Sauce” (for those Surplus Tomatoes, and Project # 38 of the 40)

August 28, 2015September 4, 2015 bluewillowcottageLeave a comment

Project on Day 18: Transforming A Patio

The Residents of the Golden Living Nursing Home have been looking outside at this dull, colorless area for years and years. Well, NO MORE!
… Read More Project on Day 18: Transforming A Patio

May 19, 2015September 4, 2015 bluewillowcottageLeave a comment

Dandelion Tea: Project #12 of our 40 in 40 Days

This “Weed” is rumored to be an appetite suppressant and a diuretic.
It can be taken as an herbal supplement or included with other ingredients contained in weight loss supplements and detoxifying products.… Read More Dandelion Tea: Project #12 of our 40 in 40 Days

May 13, 2015September 4, 2015 bluewillowcottageLeave a comment

Spring Vegetable Planting: Day 7 of the 40 Day Challenge

My early spring crops this year include leeks, lettuces, and spinach. I like to plant several varieties, each with a different maturation date for a prolonged and varied harvest.… Read More Spring Vegetable Planting: Day 7 of the 40 Day Challenge

May 8, 2015May 21, 2015 bluewillowcottageLeave a comment

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Welcome to our cottage and gardening blog. A mother of one, wife, daughter, aunt of ten, Dawn is a writer/photographer/speaker and Nurse with a passion for Cottage Décor, Gardening (especially organic veggies and herbs), Jesus, and afternoon tea. She is married to her college sweetheart, Mike, who makes all the joys of the life at Blue Willow possible.

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