Some of these came up fast & are hitting the plastic lid now. The tomatoes are just finally sprouting. Hopefully with the warm weather the next few days - these will flourish.
Thursday, March 24, 2011
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
Friday, March 18, 2011
This home *with potential* will be going on the market soon. The way we discovered our house was by visiting this house when we were home shopping. So I kinda credit this cutie with setting us up with The Griffin House. Love the screen block - they need to make a glass wall to the right of it, it appears a garage was enclosed at some point?
The lot directly to the South of this home is on the market fo $24,500. It would amazing to purchase both and have a big private yard. :) http://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/2705-N-26th-St_Phoenix_AZ_85008_M13271-47046
This home has brand new solar panels too.
I bought this nifty starter tray at Target last Sunday. Look at all the sprouts in just a week :)
This is what has sprouted so far: Genovese Basil, Eagle Pass Okra, KY Wonder Pole Bean, Marketmore Cucumbers and Luscious Sweet Corn (yes, that's it's name). Ironically, most of these are old seeds....
Still waiting for: Black Krim Tomato, Blk Beauty Zucchini, Mini Orange Tomato, Tigeralla Tomato, Cherokee Purple Tomato, Buttercrunch Lettuce & Trailing Nasturium.
I just heard that Lavender may be a (feral) cat deterrent so I am considering purchasing another tray and filling it with Lavender seeds and bordering my beds with it.
This is what has sprouted so far: Genovese Basil, Eagle Pass Okra, KY Wonder Pole Bean, Marketmore Cucumbers and Luscious Sweet Corn (yes, that's it's name). Ironically, most of these are old seeds....
Still waiting for: Black Krim Tomato, Blk Beauty Zucchini, Mini Orange Tomato, Tigeralla Tomato, Cherokee Purple Tomato, Buttercrunch Lettuce & Trailing Nasturium.
I just heard that Lavender may be a (feral) cat deterrent so I am considering purchasing another tray and filling it with Lavender seeds and bordering my beds with it.
We also had our annual inspection today from AZ Organic - all is good. Knock on wood.
Sunday, March 13, 2011
Sunday, February 20, 2011
It's been a while. Every time I head over to add a post, I look thru the recent history, end up bawling and leave the site. It's still extraordinarily difficult. I have to pay close attention to not dwell too long on memories of Leonard or I break down.
So, here we go.
Frederick Kirkwood Griffin was married to Ann J. Griffin
Mr Griffin was born July 16th, 1914 and passed away in October 1998 (I think).
Back in 2007, I sent a letter to a man I located through the internet, Frederick Griffin II living in Chandler, AZ. I sent copies of the newspaper articles I have about our house and asked if he could be related to the designer but alas, never a response.
I spoke to a local realtor who had met Mr. Griffin years back and this is what he shared, "I met Fred about what, 15 years ago??? Wow time flies...he's long passed away, I think it was about 2000.
At the time he owned Carefree Realty and was living up there. He had a little office near the Post office that Al Beadle redid. He and his wife worked together and I sold a house he designed and built: a really cool Hogan inspired place in Carefree ranch highlands, sadly now demolished.
His office was filled with drawings and renderings of his houses and designs, built and un-built. As nice a guy as you could meet. He was thrilled that I had interest in his work. I don't suppose his wife is still alive, but I'd love to get a look at his drawings again."
I wish I could locate Mr. Griffin's family....
On another note, have been documenting the MCMs in our neighborhood today.
Built 1959
So, here we go.
Frederick Kirkwood Griffin was married to Ann J. Griffin
Mr Griffin was born July 16th, 1914 and passed away in October 1998 (I think).
Back in 2007, I sent a letter to a man I located through the internet, Frederick Griffin II living in Chandler, AZ. I sent copies of the newspaper articles I have about our house and asked if he could be related to the designer but alas, never a response.
I spoke to a local realtor who had met Mr. Griffin years back and this is what he shared, "I met Fred about what, 15 years ago??? Wow time flies...he's long passed away, I think it was about 2000.
At the time he owned Carefree Realty and was living up there. He had a little office near the Post office that Al Beadle redid. He and his wife worked together and I sold a house he designed and built: a really cool Hogan inspired place in Carefree ranch highlands, sadly now demolished.
His office was filled with drawings and renderings of his houses and designs, built and un-built. As nice a guy as you could meet. He was thrilled that I had interest in his work. I don't suppose his wife is still alive, but I'd love to get a look at his drawings again."
I wish I could locate Mr. Griffin's family....
On another note, have been documenting the MCMs in our neighborhood today.
Built 1959
Built 
1955
1955
Built 1975 (by our neighbor, Mike, who now lives up the street)
Built 1954 (cool transom windows in the carport)
Built 1955
Thursday, November 4, 2010
Live simply.
Love generously.Care deeply.
Speak kindly.
Remember, if a dog was the teacher you would learn things like:
When loved ones come home, always run to greet them.
Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride.
Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure ecstasy.
Take naps.
Stretch before rising.
Run, romp, and play daily.
Thrive on attention and let people touch you.
Avoid biting when a simple growl will do.
On warm days, stop to lie on your back on the grass.
On hot days, drink lots of water and lie under a shady tree.
When you're happy, dance around and wag your entire body.
Delight in the simple joy of a long walk.
Be loyal.
Never pretend to be something you're not.
If what you want lies buried, dig until you find it.
When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by, and nuzzle them gently.
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