The garden is a busy place right now. Some things are finishing up for the season. Making room for new plants to arrive for the fall garden that we ARE planting this year. The sunflowers are tall, proud and gorgeous. I love that in this quick snapshot, we see a bee making … [Read more...] about How our garden is growing :: 8.8.13
self-sufficiency
Canning Days
Canning days are a special time around here. It's been a tradition a long time in the making. We had canning days when Nannie Red was still alive. Those were glorious days to be in our family. The kids helped too, but afterwards, we got to play! Time has passed and now … [Read more...] about Canning Days
Grape Jelly
It's getting that time of year again. Our grapes are turning that gorgeous shade of purple and are about ready for harvesting. When yours are ready, here's all you need to do to make up a great batch of grape jelly with Pomona Pectin. 4 lbs grapes1/2 cup … [Read more...] about Grape Jelly
{{this moment}} :: 8.2.13
. . . . . . . . . . {this moment}A Friday ritual. A single photo - no words - capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember.If you're inspired to do the same, leave a link to your 'moment' in the … [Read more...] about {{this moment}} :: 8.2.13
No Grocery Store Challenge
It's August!!!With August comes a new set of challenges, we are feeling the summer still in full swing, but at the same time we are realizing that fall and winter are not too terribly far away.Yesterday at almost noon our temps were in the high 60's! Almost unheard of for the … [Read more...] about No Grocery Store Challenge
