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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 ******* I Read More >>
I don’t know about you, but I think it’s totally worth it to stop by my local grocery store once a week to pick up “scrap produce.” Even if we do end up giving most of it to our flock of backyard chickens, I still think it’s kind of fun. One of these days I’m Read More >>
Well hello there, can I interest you in a sunlamp this morning? It will give you a nice orange glow for only $3.99. I know, it’s tempting isn’t it. Have a great day everyone, and be sure to step outside for a little natural sun today. 🙂 ♥ Mavis Available Kindle Books I think are Read More >>
Albertsons Shopping Trip – $15.61 Is it just me, or is stocking up on basics like milk, sugar, yogurt, cottage cheese and beans boring? It makes me think about how boring it would have been for the pioneer ladies to go to the store for only flour, sugar and coffee. But then again, they probably Read More >>
Backyard Garden Plot Pictures – Week 39 of 52 We’ve been experiencing some cold and soggy weather here in Western Washington the past few days and I’ve been lazy and haven’t done too much gardening in the last 72 hours. We’ve been harvesting Bok Choy over the last 2 weeks and now it’s starting to Read More >>
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