I had a huge garden this year, and I was very proud of it. I took the time to plan out and strategize where to plant things (companion planting), started seed indoors and got it all placed at good times. Then, eventually, nature reminds you …

Allergies were a beast this year – had us all psyched out. Hiding and working at home became popular, then normal. So did wearing a mask – started as a nuisance and is now a fashion (political?) statement. Hand sanitizer is the new perfume. I …