Keeping the Garden Gates Open
Hollyhock may be closed for at least another month or more during the COVID-19 pandemic, but our garden is staying open! “Fallow” is a term which is used when a farmer leaves a field [...]
Practice in Grace
As Hollyhock’s Development Director, I have the privilege of learning from many of our amazing presenters. A couple weeks ago, I tuned in to listen to Hollyhock’s Sheltering in Community [...]
Brownie Pudding Cake
During times of stress and uncertainty, simple comforts can go a long way. Luckily, you don’t always have to hold it all together all the time. This perfectly gooey chocolate treat shows us [...]
Optimism, Generosity, Community
A month ago today, we were gearing up for our 2020 season. We were using the tag line “Make 2020 Your Year.” Our program was one of the best that we have ever put together, featuring [...]
The Path We Choose in Uncertain Times
“Relax, everything is out of control” Dr. Gabor Mate shared these words, quoting a Buddhist teacher, in a recent interview with Russell Brand. As the world reacts to the novel coronavirus [...]
Love, Transparency, and Resilience – COVID-19 Program Update
Over the last week, the impact of the COVID-19 virus has been felt more and more significantly around the world. The World Health Organization has now formally declared a pandemic and the virus [...]
Portuguese Potato and Kale Soup
Garden kale around Cortes Island has been growing strong throughout the winter, as this hearty vegetable can withstand temperatures as low as 10 degrees! In fact, you may notice that kale [...]