Category Archives: at the shop

zone 3

I was at a trade show and conference this week. The seminars discussed issues of plants on the prairies, the hybridization of the maple for red fall colour, and new cultivars for zone 3 planting. The best seminar, for me, … Continue reading

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happiest of thanksgivings

I wanted to sit down and write a nice, long note.  I wanted to do this for the past few days, with so many ideas and new bits of happenings to share.  I’ve sat in my comfy chair all day, … Continue reading

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fear not

I wanted to assure everyone that things have not been boring around here.  Don’t worry.  Just in case you were in the least concerned that there is a current dearth of events, happenings and outings, I am here to let … Continue reading

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working saturday

I’m working Saturdays at the garden centre for the month of November, and spent most of today rearranging the showroom for Christmas.  Not something I’m good at, unfortunately; I’m just not a decorator at heart.  But quite a bit was … Continue reading

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happy day

I’m still on a high from yesterday, where I accomplished a big clean up with the help of two great people that I work with.  It solved a problem that was bugging me, and made the shop look better in … Continue reading

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highs and lows

Life never stays still, yes?  The famous quote comes to mind:  And this too shall pass. On the upside, I am very, very pleased that I have finished my first sock and have started the second one.  I am now … Continue reading

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a day on the job

Crazy wildlife filled day at work today… A red squirrel sat in the maple tree by the front parking lot. A groundhog ran into the gift shop. A bird had to be rescued from the inside of the window. A … Continue reading

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