

Happenings In The Hills - Saying Goodbye to the Pond
We have finally moved all of our amphibious friends to the tadpole nursery, and it’s time for the pond to go. But, in every ending there is always a new beginning. So, we will soon say “hello” to the pool and swimming season! The cover comes off today! Goodbye for now, ole friend! 💚💙💚💙


Happenings In The Hills - Acupuncture Adventure
Today’s happenings are actually yesterday’s outing to the best acupuncturist here in Rome, Jen with Tao Of Eve. Jen is amazingly talented and always deepening her knowledge with study. She is caring and takes the time to listen to your concerns and (if you’re a nerd like me) she’ll even explain how the various methods work. Jen offers An array of services, as a licensed massage therapist, licensed acupuncturist, and a practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), which


Happenings In The Hills - Driveway Dinner
After my 6-7:30 Yin class last night, I sat on my back deck and watched this driveway dinner crew feast on the freshly filled bird feeders. Yes, we also cover the driveway with food. We’re suckers for all of the wildlife around here. 😊💕🦌🦃


Happenings In The Hills - Coreopsis Explosion and the First Hydrangea Blooms
Things are springing to life here, In The Hills! Just though I’d share a little floral happiness to get your hump day started With beauty. 💕🌼🌸🌺💕 Here’s Miss Coreopsis showing off a bit. Miss Verbena is just starting to make an appearance. Miss Hydrangea has just put out her first bloom. And, finally, I’m not sure who this gal might be, but I think she’s joining the party from last year’s wildflower seed packet. Welcome!


In The Hills Happenings - Love Is In The Air
This spring has been a busy time for those who wish to make the ultimate commitment to one another and enter into the sacred contract of marriage. Our little town in her springtime dress provides many beautiful backdrops for the exchange of vows. I 💕LOVE💕 being part of this special time and couldn‘t be more honored to be part of more than 50 couple’s special days, at this point. Each ceremony I officiate is just as unique and special as the two exchanging their vows. Whatev


Happenings In The Hills - Tadpole Fishing
So sorry that we have been silent here In The Hills, as of late. Despite the silence, much has been happening. Our latest venture has been what we like to call tadpole fishing. Over the winter, we allow our pool to turn into a pond. It is one of the frogs favorite places to lay their eggs. However, as summer approaches, we have to move them from their pool tarp home, so that we can begin the process of opening the pool up. Tadpole Fishing is how I’ve been spending my “spare t