Since we started gardening, we have done what we have always known. We have tilled the ground and worked the garden that way. It's just what we remember helping with as kids and so when it came time to begin our own gardening, that is the route we went.Being one who loves to read … [Read more...] about Farming the land
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Favorite Things Friday: Hydrangeas
Hydrangeas.They can come in almost any shade.They are big, full and glorious when in bloom.The flowers when cut in a bouquet, can be a dramatic centerpiece.Hydrangeas are still gorgeous when dried.I think they are amazing! I love each little flower and then when they are all … [Read more...] about Favorite Things Friday: Hydrangeas
Around the Farm 6.16.11
Sara, at Farmama (my FAVORITE blog) is hosting Thursday posts of "Around the Farm". I haven't had a chance to participate until today.I was so happy to get outside with my camera this morning to capture some of the beauty of what's going on Around our Farm!Grape Clusters just … [Read more...] about Around the Farm 6.16.11
Topsy Turvy Planter
Last year my friend Rachel, told me about a beautiful idea that I just had to try. She called it her topsy turvy planter.It was such a hit at our house, I ended up making one for my Mother, my Grandmother, my Sister, my Mother-n-law, my Aunt, my husbands Grandmother and so … [Read more...] about Topsy Turvy Planter
Learning to wait
Every year we garden, our children help out some. We want them to learn to work, wait and then be rewarded.I am constantly reminded of our "I want it NOW" generation. We can have almost ANYTHING as soon as we want it. Even if we don't have the money for it... just whip out the … [Read more...] about Learning to wait
