You don’t have to be a Bridges of Madison County fan to appreciate a covered bridge. They are charming historical marvels, harkening back to a time when the wilderness was uncharted and unpredictable. Covered to protect the wooden trusses from the ...
Archives for February 2018
Crostata, Umbria’s Favorite Pie
I live with my family in an old farmhouse perched on top of a magical mountain near Assisi in Umbria, Central Italy. Sixteen years ago, but it feels like a lifetime, I chased insects in unusual corners of the Earth, from the Zimbabwean savannah to ...
Seed & Plant Catalogs 2018
There's not a better way to begin planning your gardens than flipping through seed and plant catalogs. As each page is turned, you're rewarded with stories, tips and colorful images on every conceivable plant, flower, vegetable, tree, and bush. Just ...
Hex Signs – PA Dutch Folk Art
If you’ve spent any time in rural Pennsylvania, you may have noticed barns with ornately painted stars and designs. This kind of stunning artwork is a tradition of the Pennsylvania Dutch, a distinct cultural group concentrated in southeastern ...