Here are the garden stories of August and September. Last week, it was still over 30 degrees Celcius here, but suddenly the temperature has plummeted, and it feels like autumn. We’ve made some arrangements, this…
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Schillig’s seal
A young seal curiously sticks its snout above the waves, about ten meters away from us. We could have a “Who is the most curious here?” contest. No idea who would win. It looks mischievously…
My garden in july: Garden-Play-Garden
In between canning, making the sauerkraut (an experiment!) and weeding, I allow myself a moment to give the monthly insight into the garden. July is the month we are looking back on. The garden was…
Dealing with Devastating Disappointment
You see those fantastic people on LinkedIn – with fantastic groups of followers and fantastic networks, slick lists of experiences, training and education. I have a (only a small but yet) profile like that. It…
My garden in June
The garden of abundance in June!
My garden in May
Goodbyeparty with our American friend Flora and her sister. There are so many good moments when the center of the garden is connection. I am truly surprised.
How Was the Grand Opening of the Garden ;-)?
Yes! It’s true: the garden was officially opened while enjoyable fresh herbal tea from Emma’s grandmother’s thermos. Homemade cake and brownies and lots of nice people it all off. Read more:
The garden unveiled
On april 1 at 15.00 the garden will be unveiled. Read more:
Dream in your Dreamhouse, and then: Get To Work!
Here’s my winter garden. Will this barren ground, truly change into a lush garden? What do you think?
10 ancient guidelines for a good life
Once upon a time there was a small boy. His life story was not entirely standard. As a baby he floated in a bulrush basket on the great river Nile. He was born to parents who lived in such a politically unsafe situation that they put him into the water in a basket, because otherwise he would certainly be killed anyway.
Floating on the water, he was found by a princess. Read more…
The Covered Garden
Maybe you are also hiding under a blanket during these dark winter days too; my garden is no different. Every month of this year, I want to show you the changes. Even though it seems like nothing is happening now, the rotting and clearing process continues. Rest well little living elements!
Work in Progress – and That Is Utterly Okay (+photo’s)
Read here the forword of my workbook by Wil Derkse, an oblat in a monastery and a well- known author of many books about monastic spirituality.