Hummingbirds love fragrant flowers, and there are few flowering shrubs with as much allure as the Hot Lips Salvia. Hundreds of perfect blooms call to nearby hummingbirds to feast. This is why I planted these shrubs around my yard, especially near the glider loveseat where I sit while enjoying a sunny day in my garden.Continue reading “Backyard Birds: Hummingbird’s Grace”
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Backyard Birds: Curiosity of a Hummingbird
Sitting in my garden surrounded by lush plants and fragrant flowers is where I feel most calm, creative, and happy. Inspiration freely comes to me when I encounter nature up close wherever I am, but I’ve had some extraordinary encounters in my backyard. After weeks of sitting in my garden watching hummingbirds flit around theContinue reading “Backyard Birds: Curiosity of a Hummingbird”
Creativity Is For the Birds
The author shares her lifelong artistic journey that intertwined with her love for animals, particularly birds. Her early artistic prowess was evident through her painting of a duck at 5 years old. Winning second place in an art show marked a key validation, but familial caution drifted her away from art. However, leaving her job, gardening, and bird observation reignited her passion for sketching, leading to a new creative chapter revolving around bird sketches and fused glass art.