I am ready for Spring! I can’t’ wait to put in a new herb garden near my back door near the kitchen. Maybe you need one too! Check out these books to get inspiration

Books

Growing and Using HERBS Successfully - by Betty E.M. Jacobs

The Herb Society of America’s Essential Guide Growing and Cooking with Herbs - by Katherine K. Schlosser 


Magazines

My first home, as a newlywed, was a little Craftsman Bungalow near Carroll Park Historic District in Long Beach. A cottage style home has since taken its place but I am still drawn to the bungalow style home. I miss the detail and craftsmanship of the bungalow as unique home.

I have found a great magazine Cottage and Bungalow Magazine that fills a place in my heart for both style homes (and their gardens!). I love the way they shoot each home and garden. The best part is they profile a lot of homes in the Long Beach/ Seal Beach area. Check it out at the news stand …and get lost in each unique issue.