My Mother kept a garden
a garden of the heart,
She planted all the good things
that gave my life it’s start.
She turned me to the sunshine
and encouraged me to dream
Fostering and nurturing
the seeds of self-esteem…
And when the winds and rain came,
she protected me enough
But not too much because she knew
I’d need to stand up strong and tough.
Her constant good example
always taught me right and wrong
Markers for my pathway
that will last a lifetime long.
I am my Mother’s garden.
I am her legacy
And I hope today she feels the love
reflected back from me.

Author Unknown

Happy Mother’s Day!

May 6, 2015

The Loggerheads Follow, April 26, 2015

Juno Pier, April 19, 2015

April 12, 2015–The Leatherbacks arrive first

Friday, March 13, 2015- Sunset hour at Juno Pier

My First Pineapple

Take any fresh pineapple, twist leaves and place stem in soil.

However, it is recommended that you turn the stem upside down and let it dry for a week. After it has dried, submerge the crown in water until it sprouts. White roots will appear. You can use toothpicks to anchor the stem in water.

First, a red cone appears, followed by a blue flower and then the fruit. It takes about 6 months or longer.

It is wonderful to watch it grow.

April 11, 2015

Paddleboarding, Jupiter Island, March 1, 2015

Thank you, my dear Valentine. My new Nugg got delivered.

Palm Beach County Surfing History project opened the Surfing Museum in Delray Beach with a splash this weekend.

Excellent music, legendary surfers, culinary treats and the best local hops from the Saltwater Brewery.

You need to visit– Surfing Museum, 255 NE 6th Avenue, Delray Beach, FL.

Romanesco–a great find at my local farmer’s market.

It is a flower.  Romanesco looks like cauliflower and broccoli, but it is light green in color.

Each bud is composed of a series of smaller buds, all arranged in a spiral. As a vegetable, Romanesco is rich in vitamin C, vitamin K, dietary fiber and carotenoids.

Romanesco was first documented in Italy (as broccolo romanesco). It is sometimes called broccoflower, but that name has also been applied to green cauliflower.

Brush with olive oil on a baking sheet; bake at 425 for 20-30 minutes until browned. If want to add spice, throw in a few pepper flakes. Serve with parmigiano-reggiano. It is delicious. You can eat the leaves too!