The Fourth of July crept in this morning under a layer of clouds thin enough to be dismissed by an eager sunrise. While the island still sleeps, I’m up with a British expat who needed to be let outside, but Boz assures me there are no hard feelings on this Independence Day.
Happy Fourth of July my friends! Here’s to embracing our differences and the freedoms we often take for granted.
Quite festive! Happy 4th to you and your pals!
Great photo! Very patriotic indeed
Is that an Orchid Cactus? Foliage almost looks too dark. Beautiful!
On a ‘Kale’ note, I took your advice and planted all three varieties. Unfortunately, I planted the rows too close together. The Blue Curl one took over. Do enjoy it with various (homemade) citrus dressings. Haven’t tried it stir fried yet. Glad you mentioned this veggie.
Hi Carol, It is an orchid cactus, Epiphyllum ‘Red’ I believe. I keep it outside in the summer, inside in the winter. Glad to hear you liked the kale!
What a wonderful spot to relax on the 4th with a glass of lemonade (or a gin & tonic!), and dogs…
Looks so warm and welcoming Tom. Hope you had a super day!
June, I hope you stayed cool! Oh wait, I forgot, it’s Oregon Coast time — oh wow — have a blast, I know you will.
Happy 4th! I missed it this year for the first time but, guess what, folks here celebrate with fireworks just about every single night, and for a multitude of reasons!
Hello Tom, Could you please share the name of the plant on the front porch? It is lovely. Thank you.
Hi Virginia, the plant is a succulent called an orchid cactus or picacti or epiphyllums. I bring it in in the winter, and it rewards me with blossoms in the late spring. Here’s more info: http://www.sfgate.com/homeandgarden/goldengategardener/article/Orchid-cacti-easy-to-divide-take-cuttings-from-3513963.php
A lovely picture! Lovely! I hope you celebrated the day well! 🙂