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When I was a little girl, I used to watch a show called Pinwheel. The theme song went something like this: “Pinwheel, pinwheel, spinning around. Look at my Pinwheel and see what I’ve found. Pinwheel, pinwheel, where have you been? Hello, how are you, and may I come in?” Do you remember this song? Did Read More >>
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If there is one thing we love around here, it’s peaches. Peach smoothies in particular. So when I see a deal for peaches, I snatch up a few pounds {okay, maybe 38} to freeze and tuck away for winter when there are no peaches to be had in the stores. Well, at least no peaches Read More >>
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This year I’m on a mission to grow 4,000 pounds of fresh fruits and vegetables in my suburban backyard. In 2012 I was able to grow 2,028 pounds, and in 2013 I’m going double or nothing. I have absolutely no idea if I’ll be able to achieve my goal. But, as with any adventure, half the fun is getting there. ~Mavis ******* This Read More >>
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While chasing Lucy along the fence line yesterday I passed by one of our compost heaps {or rather a just throw it over there pile} and noticed potato leaves popping out everywhere. The Girl Who Thinks She’s a Bird was helping me catch Lucy and as soon as we stopped to investigate she said “Hey, Read More >>
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The other day Madam Chow {from Madam Chow’s Kitchen} left me her recipe for sauteed kale with Parmesan cheese so I thought I would give it a try. And guess what? It tasted so good I forgot I was even eating kale {well almost!}. 😉 Kale, it’s good for you. Go eat some. Ingredients 1 Read More >>
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