About me.

Sheryl Normandeau, BA, is a Master Gardener and writer from Calgary, Alberta, Canada.  Her articles and short stories have appeared in hundreds of international publications.  She is the author of The Little Prairie Book of Berries and the co-author (with Janet Melrose) of the Guides for the Prairie Gardener series. She has also written several nonfiction children’s books. 

Photo by Randal Allcock, Village Studio, Calgary

181 responses to “About me.”

  1. Grace Buzik Avatar
    Grace Buzik

    Hi Sheryl,
    I just read the content of http://shernor.wordpress.com/2011/07/23/uglynest-sighting/
    “If you’re looking for an easy-to-use “bug I.D.” book for the Prairies, look no further than Nora Bryan and Ruth Staal’s The Prairie Gardener’s Book of Bugs: A Guide to Living with Common Garden Insects (2003, Fifth House Ltd.). It is compact and well-written, and the illustrations by Grace Buzik are amazing.” I just wanted to say thank you for the lovely compliment about my art.
    Sincerely,
    Grace Buzik

    1. Shernor Avatar

      Hello, Grace, I’m really pleased that you stopped by to check out my blog! The Prairie Gardener’s Book of Bugs is my go-to resource for insect i.d. and your fantastic illustrations are a huge part of the reason why I love this book so much!

      1. Painter Lady Avatar

        Grace! I just picked up a book that you once owned in a second-hand book store, Stalking Birds with Color Camera by Arthur A. Allen. I think it’s the most beautiful birding book I’ve run in to. I then googled your name, just to discover that you’ve been an illustrator. I am busy painting in my studio here in Calgary…endangered species! I feel like the world is sooo connected, in the end. Thanks to Sheryl Normandeau for this wordpress! Painter Lady

        1. Sheryl Avatar

          That’s so exciting; I do hope Grace reads this! 🙂 Thank you very much for stopping by my blog!

  2. goingtoseed Avatar

    Thanks for the shout-out!

    Dan

    1. Sheryl Avatar

      You’re welcome! 🙂

  3. Aimee Avatar

    I’m also pursuing an Urban Agriculture Certificate this year! It will be fun keeping up with you and your blog!

    1. Sheryl Avatar

      That’s awesome! I’ve learned so much already, and I’ve only just gotten started. Good luck with your studies; I’ll be sure to follow your happenings on your blog.

  4. jmeyersforeman Avatar

    Love the blog – thanks for visiting mine, it lead me back to you! I don’t have much of a yard, condo living! I am going to try some gardening in pots. Over the last couple of years I have been pretty successful with herbs. this year I am going to add corn to the big pots and peas to grow up them, beans and nastursums in the hanging baskets. Any advise for the newbie container gardener?

    1. Sheryl Avatar

      Thanks so much for stopping by, and for your kind comments! I’ve been really enjoying the photos from your blog, fantastic work!
      Glad to hear you’re trying some veggie container gardening this year! If you’ve already been successful with herbs in the past, then it will be no stretch for you to attempt veggies – you’ve already gotten the whole watering and feeding thing down pat and you know what kind of potting soil works best for you. 🙂 Make sure you have a deep enough and large enough container for the corn – I’ve had a few people tell me that corn can successfully be grown in raised beds, so a large container shouldn’t be much different. I’ve never tried it myself, so keep me posted on how it goes! Peas and beans will benefit from an inoculation of rhizobium bacteria, which you can buy in powdered form from any garden centre or seed company – just follow the instructions on the package to apply. Legumes fix nitrogen and the bacteria assist in the process, which helps to produce stronger, healthier plants. May I recommend a book (or two)? – Andrea Bellamy’s Sugar Snaps and Strawberries is a great read for anyone setting up a container garden and even though she’s based in Vancouver, she has a lot of tips that those of us in Calgary can really use. Closer to home, there’s anything written by Donna Balzer – she has a new one called No Guff Vegetable Gardening that is really interesting and fun to read.
      Hope you have a great harvest! Do let me know how things turn out!

  5. greenbenchramblings Avatar

    Hi there. Thanks for finding my blog and deciding to follow it. Hope you enjoy it!

    1. Sheryl Avatar

      You’re quite welcome! Looking forward to your future posts! 🙂

  6. notanothergardeningblog Avatar

    Hi Sheryl,

    Since beginning my own blog, I have spent much time poking around the blogosphere – so many awesome writers, photographers and experts on any subject out there! I might never have happened upon your blog had you not decided to follow mine – thanks!

    Sue

    1. Sheryl Avatar

      Thanks so much for stopping by, I appreciate it! Your blog is full of excellent design information and I look forward to future posts!

  7. skadhu Avatar

    Thanks for dropping by and following my blog! I’m looking forward to exploring yours—especially the gardening hints.

  8. Boomdeeadda Avatar

    Hi Sheryl, I guess we’re neighbours (almost). I love that you’re able to garden while living in an apartment. There’s a fab community garden in Oliver here in Edmonton (posted about it this summer). It was fun to see a bunch of different styles in one garden. Thanks for visiting Boomdeeadda, I appreciate it. I hang around an snoop a while here too. I love that giant sunflower!

    1. Sheryl Avatar

      Thanks so much for spending some time browsing around Flowery Prose! I love the diverse subjects you cover on Boomdeeadda (not to mention that everytime I visit your site, I get that song in my head! Awesome!). I look forward to your future posts! 🙂

      1. Boomdeeadda Avatar

        I’m happy to hear you’re enjoying your visits to Boomdeeadda. I’m never sure what tommorrow will bring but that’s part of the challenge. I love that song too..it really says everything about my site. Thanks for your visits!

  9. Herman Avatar
    Herman

    Thank you for visiting and following my blog. Much appreciated. I’ll be hanging around here…

  10. Organized Living Essentials Avatar

    Hi Sheryl,

    So enjoy reading your blog and wanted to let you know that I nominated you for the Sunshine Blogger award. If this is a blogger activity that you do not participate in there is no expectation to follow through. Just enjoy the well-deserved promo! ~Thea

    1. Sheryl Avatar

      Thanks so much, Thea, I really appreciate your nomination! That’s very kind! 🙂

  11. Bella Remy Photography Avatar

    Love your blog ! I have an award for you at my place. Please stop by and check it out ! Bella
    http://bellaremyphotography.com/2012/12/13/time-to-celebrate/

    1. Sheryl Avatar

      Thanks so much, Bella, for nominating me for the Liebster Award! How wonderful! 🙂

  12. ivonprefontaine Avatar

    Sheryl, thank you for stopping and following my blog today. We live up the road from you in Edmonton. I look forward to following your blog and its conversations about all things flowery.

    Take care,

    Ivon

    1. Sheryl Avatar

      Hi, Ivon! Thanks so much for your message and for following Flowery Prose! I look forward to reading your upcoming posts, as well! Nice to meet a fellow Albertan.

  13. ericacinereadublin Avatar
    ericacinereadublin

    Hello from Dublin Ireland (via Blooming Blogs) Sheryl. I’ve just read your blog about the Devonian Gardens – you’re right,they’re not much of an improvement on the old ones, are they? I remember them from the early nineties when I lived in Calgary.
    Happy Solstice from Dublin – same latitude, different weather 🙂

    1. Sheryl Avatar

      Happy Solstice to you, too! I’m so happy that you stopped by my blog! Maybe the new gardens will “grow” on me – they do showcase interesting plant forms and textures, and I’m definitely a big fan of the living walls. But I just found the old design much more appealing and welcoming.

  14. Some Photos & Fancies Avatar

    You have lovely images and great tips. Thank you for following my blog.

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Thanks so much! I look forward to following all of your future posts! 🙂

  15. P.E.A.C.E. Avatar

    I am delighted to have found you and your blog! I live near you and enjoy learning and growing in this challenging zone! Woohoo, let’s hear it for incredibly hardy native perennials and fast-growing vegetables! I have transformed my front yard into a native wildflower, perennial and shrub garden and in the backyard I utilize all the space – including horizontal – that I can. I look forward to learning more from you and enjoying lots of reading here.
    Cheers, from a new fan, Gina 🙂

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Thanks so much for your follow, Gina, I’m so happy you found my blog! Your garden sounds absolutely amazing – you’re definitely up to the challenges of our climate! I did some browsing on your blog as well – it’s fabulous, and I look forward to following all of your future posts! All the best! 🙂

  16. Valorie Grace Hallinan Avatar

    Thanks for stopping by, Sheryl. I’m looking forward to reading your blog and looking at the great photographs.

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Thanks so much for checking out Flowery Prose, I really appreciate it! Your blog is fascinating – I read through several pages last night and look forward to more of your posts! 🙂

  17. Simon Hawketts Avatar

    Thanks for deciding to follow the posts from my blog and I hope you enjoy seeing my pictures

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      I’m looking forward to your future posts!

  18. Jo Ann Avatar

    Hi Sheryl. I’m now following your blog and have included Flowery Prose in my blogroll. I look forward to more of your posts!

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Hi, Jo Ann – thanks so much, I really appreciate the follow and the inclusion in your blogroll! I’m so happy to have come across your blog, I’ve really been enjoying your posts! I love to get outdoors and explore nature as well.

  19. petrel41 Avatar

    Congratulations, Sheryl!

    I have nominated your blog for the Very Inspiring Blogger Award.

    More about this nomination is at

    Very Inspiring Blogger Award, thanks Bette!

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Thank you so very much for the nomination – I really appreciate it! I’m currently buried under a few projects, but once I get a handle on them, I will create a proper post to celebrate! 🙂

      Have a wonderful day!

      1. petrel41 Avatar

        Thanks for your kind wishes! No need to hurry, as the award is for helping bloggers, not for hurrying them 🙂

  20. Raxa Collective Avatar

    Hi Sheryl, Thanks so much for introducing yourself by following our site. Today the monsoon started–ah, an alleviation from the heat!–so we can relate to that feeling of relief when seasons change. How wonderful that you’re studying sustainable urban agriculture! That’s certainly a subject dear to our hearts, especially as World Environment Day and the theme of food waste reduction is upon us. Please check out the RAXA Collective facebook page, we’re posting lots of fun ideas on it this week. See you there!

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Thanks so much for stopping by Flowery Prose! I will definitely check out your Facebook page! I look forward to all of your posts, both there and on your website!

  21. lensandpensbysally Avatar

    Thanks so much for becoming a subscriber. I’m an avid gardener, and a backyard steward for our local nature society. Also, I retired a few years ago from a marvelous job working in Special Collections at a university library, where we had a huge horticultural collection. Happy blogging.

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Thank you very much! I look very forward to following your blog posts!

  22. paulineking2013 Avatar

    Hi Sheryl, thanks for dropping by my blog – always nice to make new friends! I grow sprouts too, though not on the window sill as Orlando has chosen that spot for himself! I’m also inner city living and my tiny courtyard only gets sun six months of the year, something I find really challenging. Having a quick peek around your blog I begin to pick up a few ideas already, so I shall enjoy to read further posts!

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Thanks so much! I can understand that Orlando may not wish to share his windowsill – he’s got his perfect little place! 🙂 I hear you with the small-space gardening challenges – but it just makes everything more interesting and fun! I look forward to following all of your posts!

  23. vsperry Avatar

    Sheryl…thanks for following my blog. I am looking forward to hearing more about your gardening adventures in a climate zone that is sooooo different from mine!

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Thanks so much! I’m so happy to have found your blog! 🙂

  24. 2ndhalfolife Avatar

    Thanks for the visit and follow!

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      And, likewise, thank YOU! 🙂 I look forward to reading your posts! Have a wonderful weekend!

      1. 2ndhalfolife Avatar

        You too! Hot here, but I love it! 🙂

  25. atkokosplace Avatar

    Looks like I can learn a lot from you. Looking forward to reading and learning. All the best, Koko

  26. jane tims Avatar

    Hi Sheryl. Thanks for following my Blog. I am from Alberta originally although I now live in New Brunswick. I am a botanist and interested in local foods, so I will find your site interesting, I know. Jane

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      I’m so happy to have found your blog – I look forward to your posts! 🙂

  27. Linda Arthur Tejera Avatar

    Sheryl, thanks for visiting and following my blog. I love gardens although I’m the world’s worst gardener! Especially here in Central Florida! So, I’ll just enjoy your gardening adventures! 🙂

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      I’m so happy to have found your blog! Thanks so much for checking out Flowery Prose, I really appreciate it! I’m so far from sunny Florida…climate wise, it’s like another planet! 🙂

  28. lavendermoongirlblog Avatar

    Thanks for following my moonramblings blog. I hope you enjoy it. I am so glad that I’ve discovered your blog as it looks really interesting. I will enjoy!

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Thanks so much! I look forward to reading your future posts! 🙂

  29. Woolly Muses Avatar

    Thank you for following WoollyMuses. I have enjoyed your photos and will be back. I must look up Angelica to see if it grown in Australia…I have never heard of it until I read your article.

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Thanks so much for your follow as well! I’m so happy to have found your blog, and I look forward to your future posts! 🙂

      That would be interesting to know if angelica grows in Australia; if you find out, please let me know! I think there are several different species, not all of them edible.

  30. Imelda Avatar

    Hi. I am glad to meet you and your blog. 🙂 I am a wannabe gardener who has trouble keeping plants pretty. Your blog is very appealing to me. 🙂

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      I’m so happy you’ve found my blog – and I, yours! I look forward to reading more of your posts! 🙂

  31. The Novice Gardener Avatar

    Sheryl,
    These awards have probably come your way before, but I’ve nominated you for Very Inspiring Blogger Award, Best Moment Award, and Sunshine Award. You can pick them up from here, if you’re so inclined. 🙂

    Awards Are Awesome

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Thank you so very much – I’m honoured! Have a wonderful weekend! 🙂

  32. Caroline Avatar
    Caroline

    Hi Sheryl,
    I wanted to send you a note about my canned pears recipe (http://growitcookitcanit.com/2013/08/28/canned-pears-in-maple-syrup/) since you mentioned you wanted to make it. Someone mentioned that the original recipe may not be acidic enough for water bath canning, so I’ve adjusted it a bit to make sure. Apologies, I hope I didn’t mess up any of your pears!
    -Grow it Cook it Can it

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Thanks so much for your message – I really appreciate the new info! I did make the recipe, but I didn’t end up processing them in the canner – I just refrigerated all of the jars (I only had 5 lbs of pears instead of 10 so I didn’t end up with too many jars). We’ve already eaten one and enjoyed it very much. Once again, thanks tons for this update – that’s very thoughtful of you to reach me.

  33. polianthus Avatar

    Hi Sheryl – thanks for stopping by my blog and following – I see you too are fascinated by the world around you 🙂 – Zone 3a is a real challenge and I thought my zone was bad!

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Thanks so much for your follow, as well! I’m so happy to have found your blog! Yes, zone 3a can be a bit intimidating sometimes, that’s for sure…but it makes every small success so rewarding! 🙂

  34. The Belmont Rooster Avatar

    AWESOME BLOG! Thanks for the follow!

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Thank you so much, and likewise! I’m happy to have found your blog! 🙂

  35. Mags Corner Avatar
    Mags Corner

    Hi, Sheryl! Thank you for stopping by my blog and following. I like the content of your site so will follow your blog. Maggie

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Thank you very much, I appreciate it! I look forward to following your future posts! 🙂

  36. Jen Gardener Avatar

    Hi Sheryl. Fantastic blog! I look forward to picking your brains about gardening through your posts 🙂
    – Jen

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Thanks so much, Jen! I finally had a chance this morning to sit down and read some of your posts…really enjoyable! (Some awesome recipes, too!). 🙂

  37. Alli Farkas Avatar

    Can’t imagine what led you to my blog, maybe the “Is it food or is it art?” post…anyhow, I’m glad you found it and that your visit led me to yours!

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      I like to explore many different subjects, art and writing…always on the lookout for something new! 🙂 Thanks tons for stopping by and taking a look at Flowery Prose!

  38. lagottocattleya Avatar

    Thank you for the follow! I hope you will not be disappointed…because for the last ten years I haven’t grown vegetables for the household. My work is consuming me and we travel too much.

    My grandparents were gardeners both, though, so I love everything green. Here’s a place for me to learn new things – I will enjoy your company!

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      I’m so happy to have found your blog – it will be a pleasure to follow along! 🙂

  39. cross(stitch)yourheart Avatar
    cross(stitch)yourheart

    Thanks for stopping by and following my blog! I love all those gorgeous flowery pics…Looking forward to more, and hearing about the microgarden (I could use the tips).

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Thank you very much for your kind words – I’m so happy to have found your blog! I’m a total newbie at cross stitch, and I will definitely draw inspiration from your work. I also love the fact that you review books and work as an editor – very cool!

  40. ontheedgegardening Avatar

    Quite why I am not following you already is a mystery! Sorry for the slow uptake. I am looking forward to reading all about your world.

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Thanks so much for the follow! I always enjoy your posts – it’s fascinating to hear about what you’re growing (and you always do such a great write-up)!

  41. ileneonwords Avatar

    Thanks so much for visiting my blog. Many, Many years ago I was in Calgary, Alberta, loved it.

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Thanks tons for stopping by! I love Calgary, too – it’s a wonderful place to live! 🙂

  42. californiaflicka Avatar

    I would just like to notify you that I nominated you for the Sisterhood of the World Bloggers Award! Info on how to respond to the award is below. Congrats!

    Well Gosh Thanks, Dear Kitty!

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Thank you so much for the nomination; I really appreciate it! 🙂

  43. tamara Avatar

    I’ve nominated you for a ‘Blog of the Year’ Award- congratulations!
    You can see your nomination at http://mybotanicalgarden.wordpress.com/ and find ouit about the award at http://thethoughtpalette.co.uk/blog-awards-2-/blog-of-the-year-2013-award/
    Congratulations!

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Thanks so much, Tamara, that is so very thoughtful and sweet of you! I’m hoping to set up a proper thank you on my “Virtual Bouquets” page in the next week or so!

  44. garden98110 Avatar

    Hi Sheryl. Thank you for your encouraging visits to the Healing Garden. I appreciate your courage as a gardener in Calgary. I was partly raised on the North end of the Kootenay Lake. The Lake tempered our climate, but like here, a sudden arctic blast and we are delivered to your zone! You have all the best qualities for work as a horticultural therapist. Regards. The Healing Garden gardener.

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Thanks so much for your kind words! I’m so happy to have found your blog – your photography and writing is thoughtful, beautiful, and informative.

  45.  Avatar
    Anonymous

    Hi Sheryl thanks for popping by my blog from time to time, you have some beautiful rose photos up, and I love the berry jelly, there is something so satisfying about foraging and then bringing your spoils home and turning them into jams and jellies and other delicious foods!
    We should go pick mushrooms soon, although we may already have missed the season now I think about it 😦

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Thanks so much…I totally agree about the satisfaction that comes with creating something delicious from foraged wild foods! 🙂

      Have a fantastic weekend!

  46. Jen Gardener Avatar

    Hi Sheryl. I’ve just nominated you for the Liebster Award. Feel free to view it as a high five for having a great blog and ignore it, or follow the instructions and display it for your fellow bloggers to see. For more information, check out my post: http://gardenerjen.wordpress.com/2013/11/26/the-liebster-award/

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Thank you so much – I really appreciate your thoughtfulness! I’m massively behind on…well…everything right now, but I will post about this soon! Have an amazing day! 🙂

  47. Brigid Jackson Avatar

    Hi Sheryl, Thank you for stopping by and the like. You sound like me with a passion for plants and year round micro greens. I look forward to getting to know you 🙂 *Brigid

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Thanks so much, Brigid – I’m so happy to have found your blog! Looking forward to keeping up with all your posts.

      I hope you’re having a wonderful weekend!

      1. Brigid Jackson Avatar

        same to you Sheryl 😀

  48. diversifolius Avatar
    diversifolius

    Thank you for stopping by at my blog; it is a nice surprise to see how much we have in common. I look forward to have a bit more time for exploring around your site – your jellies look so yummy!

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Thanks tons! I’m delighted that I’ve found your blog…we do indeed have much in common!

      I hope you’re having a fabulous weekend! 🙂

  49. kathryningrid Avatar

    Sounds like you and I share some occupational and interest-related loves (and approaches to life), Sheryl. I’m so happy you stopped by my blog and introduced yourself and now I can look forward to learning from you here. I’ve only been in Calgary twice thus far, both times only passing through really, but know it’s a place I’d love to return and explore further, so it remains on my To Do list for ‘someday’. Meanwhile, you and another blog friend or two will have to give me my fix via vicarious visits. 😉
    Cheers,
    Kathryn

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      I am so happy to have found your blog as well and I am excited to “meet” you! This is one thing I adore about blogging, the chance to chat with so many different people and learn from them…it will be a delight following all of your posts! Have a wonderful week! 🙂

  50. gabbartrip Avatar

    Hello! That sounds very interesting! Sustainable urban agriculture is something we eventually want to pursue 🙂 I liked the “growing words” bit too! Regards.

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Oh, that’s very exciting – I do hope you get a chance to pursue urban agriculture! Thanks so much for checking out my blog – I so appreciate it! I look forward to following yours and keeping up with all your new posts! Cheers!

  51. Sreejith Nair Avatar

    Hi Sheryl,

    Thanks a lot for visiting my blog and following it.

    Pretty nice photos of flowers and nature.

    There many flowers here which I haven’t seen in our part of the world.

    Thanks for sharing.

    Have a great time.

  52. littledogslaughed Avatar

    Thank you so much for the follow at Little Dogs Laughed-we appreciate you taking the time to look-and I look forward to seeing more of your photographs as well-

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      I’m so happy to have found your blog!

  53. Robbie Avatar

    Look forward to reading all about your gardens. I don’t have a lot of space, so I understand “micros” in any shape or form:-)

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Small-space gardening can be challenging, but fun – it definitely encourages creativity! 🙂

      1. Robbie Avatar

        Yes, and I have learned so much! I love vertical gardening in my small space which is something I would do even if I had a lot of space, a lot easier + easier on my back:-)

  54. latebloomerbuds Avatar

    Sheryl, really enjoyed your “About”. Thank you for visiting my blog and subscribing! I’m off to see your lovely corner of the blogging world. Cheers! Margie

  55. oawritingspoemspaintings Avatar

    Wow! And I thought I was the only one with a micro-garden, my kids make fun of my kitchen full of baby plants and my dream was to rent a communal spot but someone told me they’re usually passed on to the next generation & stays in the same families forever.
    I’m looking forward to browsing through your blog & following… thanks for coming on mine it is nice to find alike bloggers 🙂

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      I’m so happy to have found your blog – I absolutely love the variety of your posts, there is so much to enjoy! And I’m glad to meet another micro-gardener – we’ll have to compare notes! 🙂

      1. oawritingspoemspaintings Avatar

        I’m looking forward 🙂

  56. Seasonsgirl Avatar

    I have nominated you for some blogging awards see http://seasonsgirl.wordpress.com/2014/01/26/happy-day-three-new-awards/ if you want to check it out 🙂

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Thanks so much once again – I’ve finally posted a proper acknowledgement up on my page! 🙂

      1. Seasonsgirl Avatar

        Thanks and your welcome too 🙂

  57. The Healthy Epicurean Avatar

    Thank you for finding my blog, not least because it led me to yours. Your content is beautiful – both text and photography and I look forward to reading more.

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      I’m delighted to have found your blog; I absolutely love your writing style and your recipes look amazing!

  58. pix & kardz Avatar

    how cool is this blog! thank you for stopping by and following mine. it led me here. stay warm – and go Canada go! 🙂

  59. dishnthekitchen Avatar

    Hi Cheryl! thanks for stopping by and for the follow…your blog is full of the promise of spring! Hang in there…

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Thanks so much! This winter has felt like such a long haul…. 🙂

  60. The Wanderlust Gene Avatar

    Good on you, Sheryl! Lovely to know you – I’ll be catching up soon. 🙂

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      I’m delighted to have found your blog – I’ve been enjoying your posts and photographs!

      1. The Wanderlust Gene Avatar

        Likewise, Sheryl … especially now, when I have next to no garden, I seem to crave sharing others’ gardening experiences. 🙂

  61. belsbror Avatar

    Greetings! Awards time, fellow blogger!
    I nominate you for The Cracking Chrispmouse Bloggywog and The Inner Peace Awards.
    You can check. http://wp.me/p32YrK-1tx for more details.
    Have a wonderful day!
    Blessings,
    belsbror

  62. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

    Thank you so very much for the lovely blogging awards, it’s very kind of you to think of me! Have a wonderful weekend, all best! 🙂

  63. Tasty Eats Ronit Penso Avatar

    Thank you for visiting and following my blog. I’m glad to have discovered yours as well. Wonderful photos! 🙂

  64. Just Another Nature Enthusiast Avatar

    Hello Sheryl,
    Thank you for following Just Another Nature Enthusiast. I’m happy to be sharing a peek into the Northwest with you 🙂
    Jane

  65. Uncle Spike Avatar

    Hello newest Spikey! I know, a bit corny, eh, but that’s the term that has come to stick for those folk who are part of the clan known to be followers of Uncle Spike 🙂

    Thank you… I really appreciate that as I for one, know how many interesting and entertaining blogs are out there.

    My aim is to deliver an eclectic offering of posts, from my ‘point n shoot’ attempts at basic photography, to the sharing of my travel adventures over the decades, as well as day to day happenings here on the farm. Oh, plus a few observations on life as I see it, thrown in for good measure.

    My promise to you is not to be overbearing, just a couple of posts a day, maybe 3 at weekends if I have something special to share. But if you are at a loose end one day, maybe you’ll enjoy trawling through some of my older stuff too. I have added plenty of categories to help in said digging process.

    Thanks again and hope you have a great day…

    UNCLE SPIKE

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Thank you! I am pleased to have found your blog – I enjoy reading an eclectic and interesting mix of topics! Cheers!

      1. Uncle Spike Avatar

        Good to hear Sheryl 🙂 Hope this finds you well..

  66. clarepooley33 Avatar

    Thank-you so much for visiting and following my blog. I am very grateful. I have enjoyed what I have read so far in yours.

  67. Journey Forgotten Avatar

    Hi Sheryl, thanks for the follow! Looking at the images of the flowers kinda make me think of my aunt.. she loves gardening too! Your pictures are really lovely by the way! 🙂

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Thanks so much, I really appreciate it! Hope you have a great, sunshine-filled week!

  68. annaschmitt10 Avatar

    What a fabulous blog !

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Thank you very much; I’m so happy you stopped by! Have a wonderful week!

  69. geekkat Avatar

    I am glad you came to visit my blog because it gave me chance to come to see yours . I will be coming by more often 🙂

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Thanks so much for stopping by! I was happy to have found your blog; I’m looking forward to your future posts.

  70. frenchapple10 Avatar

    Hello Sheryl thanks for visiting my blog via Boomdeadda. thank you also for deciding to follow it. I will be back to look at yours. I too love gardening. Cheers!

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      I am delighted to discover your blog – thanks so much for stopping in to say hi! All best!

  71. leggypeggy Avatar

    Thanks so much for the follow on my blog. The big bonus is that it led me back to yours. 🙂

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      I’m so happy to have found your blog!

  72. incahootswithmuddyboots Avatar

    Love your photography and gardening tips. I’ve enjoyed both for much of my life. I am excited to check out your blog in greater detail. Thanks for visiting my blog. Sabine

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Thanks so much, Sabine – I’m happy to have found your blog! Have a wonderful weekend!

  73. seagirll Avatar

    Hello Sherly, Thank-you for visiting my blog and for the follow. I have enjoyed reading your posts very much.

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Thank you! I’m delighted to have found your blog!

      1. seagirll Avatar

        It is my pleasure. 🙂

  74. beckarooney Avatar
    beckarooney

    Heya thank you for checking out my blog, I appreciate the follow. Looking forward to your posts! 🙂

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Thanks a bunch! I’m so happy to have found your blog and am delighted to “meet” you!

  75. Julie (aka Cookie) Avatar

    Hi Sheryl –I want to thank you for stopping in over on cookiecrubmstoliveby and for now wanting to follow along on my life’s little journey–your words and images are truly lovely and I look forward to exploring your site and beautiful gifts in more depth—again Sheryl, thank you and many blessings—Peace and Grace—Julie

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Thank you so much, Julie – I’m so pleased to have discovered your blog and look forward to keeping up with all of your posts! All best.

  76. Chase & Chance's Mom Avatar

    Thank you for the follow on my blog. I am really enjoying reading through yours and all the wonderful pictures!! Tina

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Thank you so much, Tina – I’m delighted to have found your blog!

  77. darwinontherocks Avatar

    Hello Sheryl ! Thanks for following my blog. I love flowers as well so I’m sure I will enjoy immensely your blog. Have a nice day. Gin

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Thanks so much! I’m very happy to have found your blog!

  78. seeingthrough35mm Avatar

    Hi Sheryl, thank you for visiting my humble little blog, glad that you like my pictures.
    Flowery Prose is a very quaint name for a blog and suits your site perfectly 🙂

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Thank you so much! I’m delighted to have found your blog – I really enjoy your work.

      1. seeingthrough35mm Avatar

        Glad you like them. Keep up the flowery goodness!

  79. Arlene Avatar

    Thank you for following my blog OUR RETIRED LIFE.
    I will go have a look around your blog now. 😀

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Thanks so much, Arlene – I look very forward to keeping up with your posts! 🙂

  80. Marlene Cornelis Avatar

    Hi Sheryl – thank you for visiting Urban Cottage Life and liking some of my posts! I thought I’d come check out what you’re doing here, and was delighted to see what your blog is all about. I’ll be following along! Cheers, Marlene

  81. Oh, the Places We See Avatar

    Thanks so much for following Oh, the Places We See. I’m so interested in your blog not only for the pictures but also the wealth of information. Looking forward to learning more. I’m also taking more and more macro photos of flowers, so this info enhances something I’m learning more about. Best wishes for much success.

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Thank you very much for your kind words, and for following Flowery Prose! I’m delighted to have found your blog and look forward to keeping up with all your new posts!

  82. Steve White Avatar

    Hi Sheryl. Though I have no idea how you might have stumbled across my little blog, I am humbled you have chosen to follow RV inSane?.
    I am enjoying reading through your posts, having already learned more about dandelions and rhubarb than I thought possible, and I think your photography is stunning. I look forward to exploring the rest of your work and your upcoming postings!

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Hi, Steve – thank you so much for your kind words, and for following Flowery Prose! I follow a few camping and hiking sites and found a link to your blog through one of them (wish I could recall which one at the moment, but I’m afraid I can’t). I love to hear about camping adventures all over Canada – and I look forward to more of your posts!

  83. Bryan Flaman Avatar
    Bryan Flaman

    Hello Sheryl, I was searching for information on Cow Parsnip and your site showed up. I make a calendar for family and friends each year and this years theme is wildflowers. Thank you for providing the facts about this Alberta wildflower. I will return to search for some of your other wonderful ideas, we all have a few extra pumpkin seeds at this time of year to roast.
    Bryan Flaman

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Hi, Bryan, thanks so much for your kind words, much appreciated! I’m glad you enjoyed my post about cow parsnip and found the info useful. Have a great weekend!

  84. Awa on the Road Avatar

    Dear Sheryl, that you very much for following my blog.

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      I’m delighted to do so and am looking forward to your future posts!

  85. Daal Avatar

    am enjoying your blog 🙂

    1. Sheryl @ Flowery Prose Avatar

      Thanks so much – I appreciate your kind words!

  86. Margy Avatar
    Margy

    Hi Sheryl. I just found your blog. I’m looking forward to browsing through all the information you have posted – it is nice to read content about things so close to home. I’m just NE of Airdrie!

  87. quietwordsite Avatar

    Thanks for the follow. Nice to meet you!

  88. Lily Iona MacKenzie Avatar

    Thanks for taking time from your writing and gardening to visit my blog. It’s always great to hear from fellow Canadian!

  89. beth Avatar

    welcome to my blog, sheryl. yours is lovely, and i look forward to following along with you – beth

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