A Halloween Birthday & a Few Tender Memories

This Halloween brought back memories of my father -- a brilliant diplomat, a self-taught mechanic, and the man everyone called when their lawn mower broke. As the days grow shorter at the farm, I find comfort in remembering how light always returns, little by little.

A Cape May gardener’s shortcut to happy dahlias

End of dahlia season? Don’t grab that shovel just yet. I discovered a no-dig overwintering method that saved 99% of my dahlias—and my sanity. Here’s how to do it (and why even pros are skipping the dig).

Mahjong, Blue Zones, and the Bloom of Connection

After sharing my Mahjong musings, I learned I’m not alone — apparently, half of Cape May is ready to play! Inspired by the Blue Zones’ secret to longevity, I’m on a mission to start a Mahjong group that keeps us laughing, learning, and living longer (bonus points if we can do it surrounded by flowers).

Flour, Flowers & Friendship

Today’s update from the farm: a sourdough starter delivery that sparked a new obsession, cool-season flowers settling in, and my thoughts on Netflix stretching out Love Is Blind one. more. week. Grab your coffee and come catch up on life (and carbs) at the farm.

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