Carol Mullins

Pair an orange blossom with Lilly for a wedding, or forget-me-not and cypress for funeral. This book has taught me so much about the meaning of flowers, a secret language during Victorian times. My daughter got this for my birthday and knows how much I love botany, horticulture and flowers. The content is intriguing. The artwork in this book is beautiful and inspirational for sketching and doodling.

Earth day is coming, and you need this book! A quick and easy read. Tallamy gives practical advice backed in science. It motivates you to have conversations with your neighbors for living in harmony with nature by protecting the environment, one yard at a time. I've been planting natives to encourage pollinators, and this book really hit home. I

Very durable. I ordered the orange and the color has not faded over two years. I ordered from Wayfair, they have many bright, fun colors and more muted tones. You can adjust the sail depending on the light angle.

My favorite tool for the yard and beyond. A.M. Leonard Soil Knife. Use it to dig, separate roots, plant bulbs, cut through plastic pots, weed and more.

The durability and light weight Ash handle makes all the difference. The right tool for planting trees and shrubs, the pointed end cuts through sod, tough roots or Indiana clay soil.

With all of the hand washing we're doing, a good hand cream is essential. This one is free of parabens, mineral oils, petrolatum products. I like the clean fragrance and order online directly from Aveda.

Bought these two years ago and they are still going strong. Plastic bulbs, commercial grade and bright.

With a super chewer this can't be beat.

Buster Hemp helps my pup after a long day on the trails, when she was stiff and sore. Don't take my word for it. Try it yourself, your pup will thank you.

Vey light weight, shock absorbers on the handles and seat, beefy enough for panniers and tie-downs. the seat is very comfortable. I also like the fact that I can ride on paved trails, streets, grass and dirt trails.

I've been using the free version for two or three years and have only purchased a couple graphics. I've tried the paid version and its more user friendly.

Strawberry Fields Case Mate, adds a bit of whim while protecting my phone.

This birdhouse was perfect for our little friends.

These are soft, comfortable, and light-weight. Made from renewable bamboo, they're also good for the environment.

So many new versions of an old classic, but I’m sticking with the classic. The 6 Cubic bucket design, has a new twist, steal handles. Maneuverability, tipping and use. A wheelbarrow hauls all your tools to and from the worksite. Use it for mulch, but please remember … No volcano mulching! It’s my biggest pet peeve. If you don’t know, look it up and Don’t do it.

Love this drill, the charge stays for along time, the chuck is easy to change bits and the weight isn't too heavy when doing a lot of work, like installing a fence.

I wear these around the house or running out to the store. I love my crocs. They are comfortable, durable great when watering my garden, because I don't have to worry about them getting wet. I also wore these at the gym/pool/locker-room. They slip on and off easily.

One of my favorite pairs of socks. The quality, double stitching, reinforced heel and toe, the way it has a little hug feature going around your arch and the color is so fun. The ankle height is perfect.

I love the feel of this journal with a more formalized page, lines printed with date of entry at the top. I use this one for all my quotes, and sayings that I want to remember. The cover is buttery soft.

The content of this book is good on reducing inflammation that causes disease. Based from Dr. Furhman's book "Eat to Live," the recipes focus on foods that reduce inflammation to cure disease and correct body metabolism.

A great boost of Vitamin C, B and other essential nutrients. When I feel a cold coming on, I drink and extra glass.

These are the best garden pruners for the price. Get the holster for safe storage while you work.

One of my favorite cookbooks from Earthbound Farms. I've been pulling recipes from this book for 10 years. The pictures are enticing and the recipes are very tasty. Organic food, lots of veggies.

Along with my West Country gloves these Garret Wades are great for tougher projects. The reinforced palm wraps around the hand. No pokes when working with thorny shrubs and stickers.

My houseplants needed a bit of light in winter and this grow light does the job. I liked it so much I bought three. The adjustable gooseneck can bend and twist and the clip makes it adaptable for just about anywhere.

These have rubber, no-slip pads on the nose and arms, and polarized. If you hike, bike, gardening, or any outdoor activities these are comfortable and come in so many fun colors.

I have a collection of the thinner journals and they are just the right size. Thin enough to tuck into your pack, jot down thoughts and not weigh you down. I like the paper is 8.5 x 11 and folded to make saddle stitched binding which also means less bulk.

I got these for Christmas and they have quickly become my favorite. They are comfortable, water proof so my feet stay dry on those muddy spring walks.

My dogs previous and current (20 years) have all done well on the Costco Nature's Domain, Salmon and Sweet Potato. The salmon really helps with a beautiful coat.

Can't beat the "Klean Canteens." these stay warm and cold all day. Actually, they stay cold for days. I like the lid/loop that makes it easy to carry and or tie to the side of a pack. It's BPA-free, seal-proof with a lifetime guarantee, and love the color shown here:

My Rigby had a torn ACL. This sling was perfect to help her around and give her the right amount of support after surgery. The soft padding on her tummy kept the sling from curling up like the cheaper ones. Your pup will thank you.

Sometimes you just need a little padding under your knees when pulling weeds or planting. This kneeler is just the right size with and the handle opening makes it easy to carry.

I'm outside, sometimes all day and having a great sunscreen is important. I like Neutrogena for its protection factor, hypoallergenic, absorbs quickly and leaves my skin dry, not oily. Too much lotion and sunscreen can make me break out and Neutrogena doesn't clog pores. Free of Sulfate, PABA, dyes and aluminum.

I love these Old Navy leggins with high waist and hidden pocket. Did you know Old Navy, Athleta, GAP and Banana Republic are the same company. The waist is high enough to keep you covered when bending, or doing those silly crab crawl exercises, and the quality is very durable. Double stitched and fun patterns and solids.

When you need a quick protein boost, high protein (20grms), no soy and gluten free.

Perfect blend, dark brew and bold.

Favorite blanket for just about anything. Quality wool keeps you warm, good for taking on picnics and in the car for long trips.

This is the hummingbirds favorite feeder. The bee guard keeps wasps and other stingers from climbing into the vessel and the hummingbirds love the little rest feature.

If you like milk chocolate you'll love this candy bar.

Safe for the environment and targets specific pests directly on contact. The main ingredient is potassium salts. For gnats, mealy bug, spider mite and aphids. Avoid spraying on ornamental plants when pollinators are active, but good for houseplants all year.

We were looking for a vacuum that handled dog fur and this does the job. Never looses suction and easy to empty. The only drawback is the Lift away can be somewhat awkward.

I'm always looking for a good pen. This one is comfortable to hold, glides over the paper, has consistent fluid application. I like the new white color.

The shed ender is great at removing hair from my two furry, fabulous fur babies. They are part Shepherd with thick coats. The only drawback is the comb size; it takes time to comb, but is worth the results. People are constantly asking where I get them groomed as it makes their coat shiny, smooth and healthy.

I love smart wool. The fit, reinforced toes and heal plus the way they wrap around your arch.

For small branches and easy cuts, you can’t beat the Stihl folding saw. The quality is evident when you pick it up. Use it to cut through girdling roots before planting that tree. Then use it for all your gardening needs, from cutting large limbs on your shrubs to broken branches after a storm.

These make recycling easy, stackable and easy to carry to recycle stations.

Now grab a blanket and head out to sit in the shade of your favorite tree. Bring along “The Hidden Life of Trees” and learn about the interconnectedness of nature. Wohleben, discusses life, death, and regeneration unseen processes happening in nature we are unaware of. I love this book because is parallels trees, and the communities we live.We can’t be islands.

Every child should have this book. The book’s final pages teach us that just one small seed, or one small child, can make a difference. Sidebar: When you spell Carol Backward... It’s Lorac. and I do speak for the trees

Love this on salads, extra "everything" on bagels and sprinkled on just about everything.

OMG! The Trader Joe's Mandarin Orange Chicken is the best. Pair it with their vegetable rice from the freezer section for a fast meal.

Another Trader Joes staple. Pair this with just about anything for a quick and tasty meal. Warning, its a bit spicy, but good.

These are sooo good but hard to eat one serving. I love the TJ descriptor: "They put the crack in cracker." If you haven't yet, get a box and try these.

Easy meal prep and very tasty. Open, put in a pan and bake. Add cherry tomatoes and fresh basil. Serve with Trader Joe's Vegetable or Chimichuri Rice.

Keep that newly planted tree stable for the first year with these wonderful supports that protect the fragile trunk and yet help the young tree until it establishes a good root system. Adjustable and durable, the Tree-Mate-O provides protective, flexible support, allowing a newly planted tree to gently sway while improving the form, taper, and root strength of the tree.

When hanging around the house, it's important to have happy feet! The furry lining make my feet happy.

I got this 90 day productivity planner to keep me on track for those short term goals. With just a hint of nudging and hints in the beginning on setting those important goal, then throughout the planner to keep you on track.

I buy this at Costco, the cost and quality of the product makes for some happy birds.

As a larger busted lady, I need a bossy bra. Wacoal sports bra, Style 853302-gives great support, straps don't dig into my shoulders and it offers good coverage on the side. I got mine at Macy's. Love the Wacoal brand bra.

When we adopted our pups, I was looking for a puppy mix with all the right ingredients. They loved Wellness Complete.

These have to be the best working pants on the market. They come with so many pockets to stash your phone, keys, and stuff while your working in the elements. Durable, yet flexible, and so comfortable.

I confess. I was taken in by an infomercial late at night. Fascinated by the ease of use, maneuverability and function. I've had this for three seasons and it doesn't disappoint. If you have a large yard, the weight is so light, I'd guess about 5 lbs. Easy start, easy to switch angle and the battery life is super. Changing the string is also a snap, literally. The replacement string just snaps in place. Can't say enough about this weed whacker. If you have a very small space, this is also perfect, because you can use it as a lawn mower. It maneuvers around lawn furniture too.

A good place to find that special plant, shrub, tree or unique gift.

Best Sourdough bread and pastries in the European tradition, right here in Indy south of DT.

We used Bedell for sewer line clean out, excavation, and laying of pipe, from home to street. The service technician was courteous, and safe during Covid. He described the situation, gave a quick estimate and worked around our schedule. They completed the work in one day.

We used Benjamin Franklin for a plumbing issue. They were prompt and thorough.

Bone Dry came out after a hail storm to work with our insurance adjuster in getting an estimate on our roof.

When selecting the tree, look above for power lines, keep it away from your home and make sure it won’t block a gorgeous view or oncoming traffic. More importantly, before that shovel hits the ground, call 811. Nothing spoils a tree planting quicker than a cut utility line. 811 will come out for free, mark utilities with paint or flags so that you don't unintentionally dig into an underground utility line and get zapped.

You can never have too many places to buy plants as far as I'm concerned. Any other plant enthusiast will tell you..... Spring is time to wander the nurseries. Dammann's has a great selection of perennials, trees, annuals and garden products. I always make at least one trip to the Dammans on Rockville Road each spring.

Spring planting time is here and you can never have enough options for quality and selection. They have a great list of natives, pollinators, trees and annuals. Plus all the garden supplies you need.

Engledow Exterior has a long reputation for quality landscape design and maintenance.

The owners are very customer service oriented, friendly and make sure you are happy with the service. I've used them for fixing and altering hems.

Stop in for a flat of flowers, wonder around the gift shop for unique garden items. Habig has wonderful perennial selection, natives, annuals and Seasonal items in the winter.

Marks Mix for planters, raised beds and ornamental planting is the best. I bought it by the truck load when I managed public spaces.

I have attended many of the First Friday's where Jacob Mullins has shown work, which is ecclectic, and beautiful. He uses layered Gesso creative interpretation. Highly recommend. Fine Arts Trained, Oil Painter, Muralist at Thunderbird and several Indy locations.

I worked with Long Electric to install street tree lights for Monument Circle in Downtown Indy. Long has given thousands of community service hours to make Downtown Indy vibrant and bright. Their staff and leadership is top notch.

The Mr. Quik company came out to clean and service our furnace. They also do many other handyman services, including plumbing, electrical and heating. And they're quick.

Mullin Rental is our go to for equipment rentals. The process is easy and the owners can help you pick the right tool for the job. We've done yard aeration rentals, power post hole diggers for putting up the new fencing.

Love the Art and Nature: 100 Acres, Gardens to visit for inspiration and calm, movies on a summer night. Can't wait for the immersive Van Gogh Exhibit. Spring Blooms when the campus is exploding with color. Art and Nature Park and Horticultural Society lectures.

Quality Sherwin Williams Paint, expert staff on the right paint for the project.

I hired Quinn Landscaping for out Neighborhood contract and the owner, Mike Quinn is great. Very professional, cares about quality and service and attentive to detail.

Site One is the go to for bulk landscaping products.

Great selection of native perennials and seeds. Marian University offers Spence Nursery plants at its annual spring native sale.

If you love natives, great looking houseplants, annual baskets, perennials and veggies, this is the place for you. Shop local, great staff, knowledgable and fun. Bring the kids and pet the donkey.

They grow the trees and shrubs in Indiana and have a great selection of natives. So if you want natives, quality, good price and great customer service, go to the Woods.

We've gone here for family gathering for the best cocktails and fresh, local food. If you have a large party, reserve the private dining room. Service is exceptional, we love to order multiple items and share.

The best money spent is a foundation membership to Eagle Creek Park. Walk, Hike, Bike, Bird watching, Science and Nature classes and facilities, art, music in the summer, kayaking, boats, dog walking, runs, fitness trails, Go Ape. Too much to list. Its one of the largest city parks in the U.S. Check it out.

Great place to go to find books at a discount, most used, some new. If you have old books, don't throw them out. Consider recycling your books at half price books.

I love La Margarita. Dog Friendly and like the name says, great Margaritas. The Bar staff is always coming up with innovative flavors for a new twist on an old favorite. I can't wait to sit on the patio as the weather warms for authentic southwest cuisine. I've been going to LaMargarita for 20 and followed them from three locations to Fountain Square.

The best donuts in the midwest.

Love the Cream Ale and just hanging out for concerts when the weather warms. Ready to get back downtown for summer night concerts and Sun King Cream Ale.

Weddings, Birthdays or special occasions. I was surprised on my last Birthday with a Taylor's Carrot cake. It was so pretty. The pastries are wonderful too.

Best Thai on the North side of Indy. Fresh, authentic and great service.

Great selection of books, posters, gifts and a great little deli and coffee shop with outdoor space to enjoy your reads.

Go for the Cocktails, stay for the faire. Know for the killer cocktails they have a great menu too.

So excited, I got word Tinker is Back! What do I recommend? Everything on the menu. A pleasure for the palette to be sure.

Food is fresh from the farm and so good. Trails to walk off Dinner, concerts in summer, fun events through out the year and great patio seating overlooking the farm.

I've used Estes service department many times over the years, both for a work vehicle and personal. The facility was very clean and comfortable when I had to wait, staff was responsive and efficient and wait times were minimal most times.

The service crew is fantastic. It's convenient to set up your appointment online, drop it off or wait in their comfortable waiting area, with computer hook up, snacks tv if you like and quiet rooms if you need to work while you wait. The service department is efficient and friendly.

Thorough and up front on pricing, honest and dependable.

Excellent customer service and products always in stock. Wiper blades and various fuses and lights for all vehicle types.

Paul, the owner has been servicing our vehicles for years. The name suggests alignment, but they do other automotive repairs and always at a great price, with honest mechanics.

Tire Barn in at 7980 Michigan Rd. new tires installed on my Subaru. Great job! Fast service and great deals on quality Yokahama Tires.

The Waymire crew installed a new hitch on my Subaru Forester. Quality service, knowledgable staff and we were very pleased with the customer service of the owner and staff.

Took our pups for nail trims. Fast, friendly and affordable. We were right in and out and Julie made the dogs feel at ease.

Dr. Lesh takes her time to listen to concerns. Our dogs loved her, her staff and assistant Christana are very knowledgable, caring, and responsive to concerns via email and phone.

Helped us through one of the worst days ever. When our 14 year old Shephard Lab was at the end. Dr. Estes was so caring and kind, knowing we couldn't bear to let Julius go.

Dr. Stauffer came highly recommended by our vet, a dozen of our friends, and work associates. We were nervous about surgery but the staff and Dr. Stauffer put us at ease, took excellent care of Rigby and healing went well. She has full use of her leg now. If you're told your dog needs TPLO surgery, this is the place to go.

Our dogs went to Tender Loving Pets Doggy Daycare when they were pups. Check in and pick up was curbside and so easy. They were excited to go and tired when picked up. The staff are dog lovers, and the location is easy access.

Great place for all things aviary. Knowledgable staff and great gift ideas for the nature lover. Locations all around Indianapolis. https://www.wbu.com/

OMG! This is the best doggy daycare and dog park for those who live on the NW side of Indy. Pre-Covid, I would drop off "the girls" before work and know they would have fun, be pampered and pooped when I picked them up. Monday's were always a discount on nail trims which was an added bonus.

When surgery was imminent, I was confident in the reputation of Dr. Robb who came highly recommended by his peers. He explains procedures clearly, is to the point, making sure you have all the answers.

Professional, efficient and thorough. Dr. Kahi explains procedures thoroughly and has a gentle and kind demeanor.

Dr. Morgan is professional, explains procedures and results thoroughly and offers extensive recommendation for oter professional services.

Professional and thorough.

Professional staff, efficient service, kind and quick to give answers and assist you. Scheduling was easy and the wait times short.

I was drawn to the groups team atmosphere and tribe of participants. Everyone was encouraging. For anyone wanting to continue, increase or start bootcamp, HIIT, pilates, yoga, cycling and more. Anyone can have a gym, it takes someone special to build a group of supportive workout warriors.

This new facility has a great indoor pool, track for running and walking when weather is an issue, open floor gym with all new equipment and great classes at all times of day. The staff is always helpful and parking and interstate make for easy access.

Great to recycle items and make a bit of extra cash.

Great staff and love that they use natural products. Best pedicure and good atmosphere.

This bike shop has been around forever and the owners really know their stuff. Whatever you need, they can help you get it. Repairs, reused bikes, new bikes, parts. We've purchased it all. The best bike rack too.

Easy to set appointments and good cut.

Staff is super helpful to get help make schedules work, styles are awesome. I've had my hair done before Covid and they did a great job.

I've know Emily for over 20 years. She has a passion for helping people find the perfect place and as an avid home renovation guru can help you find the perfect place.

Owner and staff are awesome. This is a locally owned business that gives back to the community and offers great quality facility and janitorial supplies. They work hard to serve the community and it's so appreciated. I had a volunteer project and they were able to get the supplies on short notice. Highly recommend getting products from this local supplier.

Are you looking for that special kitchen utensil? Central Resturaunt supplies local restaurants, but its a hidden gem for homeowners and the novice who wants quality cookware and gadgets.

Great place to see a concert. The sound quality in the theater is excellent, seating is comfortable and viewing is good. Unlike some venues, you have room to move and views are unobstructed.

Need space for that next meeting, Office Evolution has some great owners with years of experience for all your office needs. Contact them today for the best prices and space in Fishers.

This store is great for fitting with the perfect shoe, getting your arch support right and carrying all things for runners and wanna-be runners like me. My son is an ultra distance runner and this is I go for gifts for him. The staff is super knowledgable and they have gear for everyone.

Another one of Indianapolis's iconic places. Just south of Downtown, the cafeteria dining for breakfast and lunch offers variety and convenience. Good place to gather for meetings if you're Downtown.