Tag Archives: La Sussurrata

Mulberry Tree?

Posted on August 2, 2021 by Art for Housewives

Covid has kept us away from our lovely Sussurrata. Our little family of plants has felt our absence. Some old friends have died while we were away. But then there are the unexpected new entries. Such as that of a … Continue reading →

Posted in Beauty, Paros, Plants & Gardening, Volver the cat | Tagged container garden, La Sussurrata, mulberry, mulberry leaves, Pruning | Leave a comment

Crossing The Threshold

Posted on October 22, 2020 by Art for Housewives

In 753 BC, after killing his twin brother Remus in a struggle for power, Romulus founded the city of Rome (naming it after himself) and declared himself king. Romulus had big plans for Rome. But the Roman population was limited. … Continue reading →

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From the Inside Looking Out

Posted on October 20, 2020 by Art for Housewives

This is the view I have every morning when I drink my coffee. It makes me glow inside and gives the day a good start. It’s a view with so many stories. There’s the little table where we have lunch … Continue reading →

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Pruning as a Form of Logic

Posted on October 18, 2020 by Art for Housewives

When we got here, our bougainvillea was out of control. I started trimming it very politely but my neighbour kept saying “Cut! cut! cut!” so I did. I consulted the Royal Horticultural Society’s book on pruning. It’s almost a book … Continue reading →