Spring has sprung. After a long, sheltered winter, it’s time to get outdoors, freshen our homes, and shed our winter coats. This year especially, spring has a heightened sensed of renewal. With COVID vaccinations accelerating, we’ll be able to throw open our doors and spend time with friends and family. As the days grow longer, we’ll hang out at the beach and have meals around the picnic table with fresh produce on the menu. Embrace the season and its blooming flowers, warmer temperatures, and singing birds. Here are tips to usher in spring! Plant Herbs & Vegetables There’s nothing like fresh vegetables and herbs straight from the earth. It’s simple to grow your own. Starting from seed is the most fun and cost effective option. You can grow spring veggies and herbs in pots or in the ground. Both work great! Botanical Interests, a USA based seed company, offers non-GMO, organic seeds. Their veggie collection has ten packets delivered in a gift box tied with a bow. Pretty! You’ll be eating these goodies all summer. It includes: Heirloom Organic Bush Bean "Blue Lake 274" or “Contender.” Heirloom Organic Broccoli "Di Cicco.” Heirloom Organic Carrot "Red Cored Chantenay" or "Scarlet Nantes.” Sweet Corn "True Gold.” Heirloom Organic Cucumber "Spacemaster" or “Marketmore.” Organic Pea "Sugar Snap.” Heirloom Organic Radish "Cherry Belle.” Heirloom Organic Summer Squash "Black Beauty Zucchini.” Tomato Bush Roma “Supremo.” Heirloom Organic Tomato Pole "Black Krim.” Click here to order. Growing herbs is a great addition to your produce garden. A ten packet collection of Botanical Interests’ non-GMO seeds (also in a gift box tied with a bow ????) includes: Heirloom Organic Basil "Italian Genovese.” Heirloom Organic Chives “Common.” Heirloom Organic Cilantro "Long Standing.” Dill “Tetra.” Heirloom Organic Lemon Balm. Heirloom Marjoram. Heirloom Organic
Spring has sprung. After a long, sheltered winter, it’s time to get outdoors, freshen our homes, and shed our winter coats. This year especially, spring has a heightened sensed of renewal. With COVID vaccinations accelerating, we’ll be able to throw open our doors and spend time with friends and family. As the days grow
I can't believe it's been almost a year since I visited Cuba. I amassed so many fond memories during my week on the island. Each town has its own unique personality whether it be Havana, Trinidad, or Cienfuego. If you're thinking of taking a trip to the Caribbean nation, I say go. Here are 10 reasons to visit Cuba. 1. It's so lush & green The tropical climate produces foliage the color of emeralds! Absurdly expansive vistas meet towering green mountains, all swathed in vegetation. One artist highlighted the verdant meadows by painting the limestone cliffs hovering above. Leovigildo González Morillo designed the 395-foot Mural de Prehistoria. It took 18 people four years to complete, resulting in a depiction of world history up to the age of humans. 2. The architecture Colonial buildings with ornate Spanish and Moorish influence sit majestically along the cobblestone streets of Havana. While some have seen the wear of neglect, there are numerous jaw dropping gems. The craftsmanship hardens back to a time when construction was meticulous. Inlaid tile, Greco-Roman columns, and ornate wrought-iron were de rigueur. Hotel Inglaterra, opened in 1875, has preserved its neoclassical style. You don't have to stay there to enjoy its grandeur. The lobby restaurant is open to the public. 3. Cuban coffee With over 270 years of growing coffee, Cuba has perfected the elixir. They've managed to concoct a smooth java with the kick of rocket fuel mostly grown without the use of chemicals. It's said a Cubans day doesn't begin until the aroma of coffee floats through the air. I stayed at Airbnbs' during my visit. Every host brewed copious cups of the deliciousness! 4. Sunsets for miles Cuba may be smaller than the state of Pennsylvania, but it boasts huge technicolor skies as the sun goes down. Seaside cafes,
I can’t believe it’s been almost a year since I visited Cuba. I amassed so many fond memories during my week on the island. Each town has its own unique personality whether it be Havana, Trinidad, or Cienfuego. If you’re thinking of taking a trip to the Caribbean nation, I say go. Here are 10
I'm thrilled the San Diego Union Tribune profiled me as one of the city's notable people for my 800-mile mission walk. Reporter Lisa Deaderick asked me great questions about the best advice I ever received, what would surprise readers about me, and what it took to complete this long walk. Click link to read Q&A: http://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/lifestyle/people/sd-me-one-espinosa-20171101-story.html
I’m thrilled the San Diego Union Tribune profiled me as one of the city’s notable people for my 800-mile mission walk. Reporter Lisa Deaderick asked me great questions about the best advice I ever received, what would surprise readers about me, and what it took to complete this long walk. Click link to read Q&A:
