RR’s Most-Read for 2013
2013 is very nearly a wrap, which makes this the perfect time for totting up Rancho Reubidoux’s top five most-read posts. The surprise? Three of them are DIY projects. Less surprising, all five have...
View ArticleLike Father …
I apologize for the lack of posts lately, but 2014 has not been the kindest of years thus far. My dad passed away on Wednesday, January 15, so my head’s been elsewhere. At first I thought I’d go dark...
View ArticleShop Shots
Okay, so what if Stephen Penn’s Garden Shop lacks glamour and gloss?! Those things just lead to outlandish prices and snooty “help”, both of which are entirely absent from his enterprise. In fact, the...
View ArticleGreat Outdoors
Treasures N Junk Antiques, in nearby Ontario, is one of my fave resources for interesting garden elements. Recently they expanded their outdoor space and I’m happy to say they’re putting it to good...
View ArticleUnder Deadline, Pt.1: Heavyweight Lilies
“Lily” pond Deadline pressure used to be a big part of my life … a part I can’t say I’ve missed much. So, when an editor for the local newspaper called to say that she wanted to talk to me about — and...
View ArticleUnder Deadine, Pt. 4: A Bright Spot
NOTE: Another in a series of projects completed for a new local newspaper publication. To read the first post in the series click here. —O-O— A BRIGHT SPOT: Above is Point A. Also known as the deck...
View ArticleLooking Up
Introducing RR’s new header for 2015. I realize it’s very familiar at this point, incorporating our holiday greeting’s image the way it does, but the response to the photo of Paul, myself and the...
View ArticleOne-Off Project: Vintage Car Door Do-Over
One in a new series of quick repurposing projects —O–O— As a blogger with an undeniable affection for what some characterize as junk, I find myself the recipient of the odd gift … emphasis on the word...
View ArticleThe Return of Vickie
Vickie’s most wanted What can I say about Vickie Perez? Let’s see, she’s friendly, knows how to spin a good yarn, is a dog lover and a loyal friend to those lucky enough to call her one. Oh, and she’s...
View ArticleWhere I’m @ now
Sunny boy: Backyard mural on Paul’s writing shed door. Don’t call it a comeback … call it gingerly dipping a toe back into the social media pond. After many months of friendly encouragement (Thanks,...
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