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Hello Saturday! A high of 58 degrees is in the forecast for today so I think I’ll work on getting my lettuce seeds going in the pots on the front porch and maybe start a soup. It looks a bit cloudy out there and who doesn’t like soup on a cloudy day, right? On the Read More >>
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We have definitely turned the corner here for Gardening in Mid Coast Maine when it comes to weather. While the evening temperatures are still a wee bit too chilly to set out the exciting stuff like tomatoes and cucumbers, I suspect by the end of the weekend I’ll have my pea starts, lettuce, radish and Read More >>
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While The Girl was here we did our annual shoreline clean up along the front of our property, and just like every year, were a little surprised at what had washed ashore over the winter months. In years past we’ve mostly found bits of plastic in just about every form and if we were lucky, Read More >>
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I think we have established how much I LOVE tea. If not, let’s just say, it is my faithful sidekick, so growing a garden that I can literally turn into tea seems like the logical next step. Point being, I’m thinking about doing one this year. All you need to grow an herbal tea Read More >>
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Yesterday, The Girl and I decided to catch the ferry to Islesboro for a day of beachcombing and fun. We missed the first ferry {the line was pretty long} but made it onto the next one and after a quick 20 minute ride… We were there! We brought along our boots and buckets and as Read More >>
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This past week was pretty low key in the meal department. We did a lot of meal prep last week so there were leftovers we were able to enjoy, plus we {or rather the HH} made a few meals that we were able to enjoy over several days. I’ve also been eating a ton of Read More >>
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Go On A Solo Adventure. Done A solo adventure to Fair Isle. I don’t think I could have picked a more unique, isolated and cozy spot to spend a few weeks. I’m already dreaming of going back. Take An Adult Education Class Done The Girl and I took a 3 day British Baking Classics course at Read More >>
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Hello Saturday! Today is going to be a beautiful day! The sunshine is already streaming through the windows and warming up the front room. Lucy is one happy girl! On the agenda for today: Go for a walk Make egg custard Map out what projects I want to work on next week Work on latest Read More >>
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