For a number of years, I’ve made more-or-less annual visits to the Butterfly Pavilion at Albuquerque’s Botanic Gardens, always with a handful of friends, followed by tea at the St. James Tearoom. The Butterfly Pavilion is only open to the public during the summer season, starting in late May. We…
My garden is starting to show signs of autumn. Most notably chamisa is coming into bloom, which makes me reach for the allergy meds. The roses are enjoying the monsoon rains, and my potted tomatoes and herbs are happy. I only putter in the garden – don’t have time for…