Author Archives: Lindy Le Coq

~ Nelly Moser ~ Color Your World – Wisteria ~

Last year I planted my second Nelly Moser Clematis, this one in the back garden. I was concerned there wouldn’t be enough sunlight, but the blossoms are opening and the vine is flourishing. Not to be outdone, Rhododendron and Pansy … Continue reading

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~ Peony, Rose and Pearls ~ In A Vase On Monday ~

Peony are beginning to blossom and roses are budding out as we approach the end of April. My Rhododendrons are in full showy bloom, as are Azaleas and Vibernum. For today’s vase however, I’ve chosen Peony, Rose and Pearls! Paeonia … Continue reading

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~ The Palouse ~ WPC – Abstract 2 ~

Birdseye view of cultivated fields in the rolling hills of the Palouse. Abstract

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~ Crow Shadow ~ Weekly Photo Challenge – Abstract ~

The challenge this week is to present photographs with an abstract expressionism twist. Being a student of art, this is a fun one for me. Thanks to Ben Huberman for making this suggestion! Abstract

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~ Salmon Creek @ Klineline Park ~ Wordless Wednesday ~

 

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~ Color Your World – Violet Red ~

Who knew there are so many variations on the theme of red, blue and yellow! Hope you enjoy a splash of brightness.

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~ Sunrise Fence ~ Cee’s B&WPC – Fences & Gates ~

Every time I see this gate on my walks from Beach Haven, I admire it’s simple, rugged beauty. Hope you enjoy one of my favorite places!

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~ English Wood Hyacinth ~ In A Vase On Monday ~

Several years ago, after unsuccessful attempts to add Bluebells to my gardens,  I tried out what Breck’s calls English Wood Hyacinth (Hyacinthoides hispanica) and they have spread nicely, creating a splash of lavender, pink and white in the gardens at … Continue reading

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Ball And Chain By Big Mama Thornton

I never grow tired of seeing and hearing these two women perform the blues! Edge of Humanity Magazine Are you ready for some Blues? I’m sitting on my old wood rocking chair, under an aluminum awning, on my back patio. … Continue reading

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~ A-Club Dinner – Chez Nous ~ WPC – Dinnertime ~

About four or five evenings a year, for the past twenty-seven years, a small group of friends have gathered to share a meal and discuss a book. Four couples gather at the hosts house (hosting is done in a round … Continue reading

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