Wisdom from a Bonsai Tree by Dylan Harper

Originally posted on Care, Bliss and the Universe:
A long time ago, nearly 50 years now, I was walking through an open market in a small, upscale beach town. Colorful booths of various sizes were displaying the works of local artisans. The late summer afternoon was warm and beautiful, refreshed by a cooling sea breeze that washed away any gathering heat. I was content just… Continue reading Wisdom from a Bonsai Tree by Dylan Harper

Why You Need to Visit the US National Arboretum This Spring

Originally posted on Travel and Dish:
The National Capitol Columns at the US National Arboretum It’s just around the corner—arguably Washington’s most beautiful season—spring! And there’s no better place to take in the wonders of the Mid-Atlantic’s bounty of color than the National Arboretum. ? The Arbor House Gift Shop has the perfect treasures for your gardener. It’s inside the Friends of the Arboretum office. The U.S.… Continue reading Why You Need to Visit the US National Arboretum This Spring

Doing the Right Things for the Wrong Reasons…

Originally posted on vancerains.com:
I’ve been thinking a lot about motives lately – my motives, specifically. Sometimes, I do things because I’m paid to do them.  It’s my job. Sometimes, I do things because I have to – like paying taxes Sometimes (too often), I do things out of selfish desires. Sometimes, I act on impulse. Sometimes, I do things to earn the approval of… Continue reading Doing the Right Things for the Wrong Reasons…

Interview with John Kruk, President of the Misseto Bonsai Club

Originally posted on Easy Indoor Gardening:
Since bonsai are a popular and beautiful choice for indoor gardens, I reached out for tips and advice to Mr. John Kruk, President of the Misseto Bonsai Club. Mr. Kruk has been the club member since 2010 and the president since 2016.    How and why did you start your bonsai collection? My interest in bonsai started nearly thirty years… Continue reading Interview with John Kruk, President of the Misseto Bonsai Club

Stone Pine time-lapse uploaded

Originally posted on Bonsaiwithromano:
I mentioned the timelapse video earlier in my blog. https://bonsaiwithromano.wordpress.com/2018/04/07/another-stone-pine-bonsai-the-transformantion-from-nursery-plant-to-pre-bonsai/ It’s always difficult to learn practical skills by reading blogs or articles online. That’s why I always try and capture footage while I’m working to that I can share that on a later stage with you. I just finished uploading it to youtube. So if you like you can check it… Continue reading Stone Pine time-lapse uploaded