Monthly Archives: June 2016

Stipa barbata

Posted on June 8, 2016 by Denise

Stipa barbata last night before sundown, appearing bioluminescent in the dwindling light, whipsawing back and forth in the late afternoon breeze like some flagelliform creature in an aquarium. Still photos really can’t do it justice. I need to work on … Continue reading →

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don’t forget the lilies

Posted on June 7, 2016 by Denise

Lilium ‘Black Charm,’ whose first bloom opened June 1st. Against the backdrop of my increasingly scrubby, grassy, agave-filled garden, lilies look like something that glided in on a red carpet. When they’re in bloom, I always crave more. Beautifully easy … Continue reading →

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Wednesday vignette 6/1/16

Posted on June 1, 2016 by Denise

The curse/blessing of the freelancer is a job cancellation, like I got today, on the platform just about to board a train to downtown LA. Financial concerns aside, I’m always thrilled to play at home for the day, like joining … Continue reading →

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