1 July 2010: They Grow Up So Fast

My brother in law gave us a few Japanese Red Maple saplings a few years ago and this one has been doing well in it's new home. It is about time to replant it in a more permanent location as it is getting too big. I love the red leaves!

30 August 2009 Photo: Barely There

The Japanese beetles have been going to town on my grape leaves. Here is a mere shell of a leaf after they had a lovely dinner out.

20 July 2009 Photo: Hibachi Volcano

Thar she blows! I have a funny story about a hibachi restaurant experience I had when I visited Japan but it is the kind of story that must be told in person because of the hand gestures...oh well I guess I need to look into video blogging next!