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This year I am Planting a Row for the Hungry. Basically, I am dedicating a row of my garden to donate to my local food bank {actually several rows}. Quite a few states have the program {though, I am sure the food bank won’t turn you away if your state doesn’t participate}, and it’s a great way Read More >>
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What is it about window boxes that makes them so appealing? We have a window box in the front of our house and for some reason, it always makes me smile when I walk by. Maybe it’s because they are so easy to put together, a mini garden without a lot of maintenance. A small burst Read More >>
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{ Early Summer 2012} 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 Read More >>
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Tonight I’m serving my family peach cobbler for dinner. What? Yes, you can serve peach cobbler for dinner, it’s totally allowed, I checked the rule book. But the real question is, will I be serving it will a scoop of homemade vanilla ice cream, or in a bowl with a wee bit of warm milk? Read More >>
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The Handsome Husband: You know that little brown chicken? Mavis: {Blank stare} The Handsome Husband: There was a hawk flying overhead, and, well, I went outside to scare it away, but after that I didn’t see the brown chicken again. Mavis: You’ve got to be freakin kidding me. The Girl and I have a long Read More >>
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