Sabbath Beauties
The sun came out from behind the clouds and the fog burned off. The afternoon was irresistible, and so I enjoyed a thorough review of the yard. Here’s what I enjoyed today: Keep Dreamin’
View ArticleLack-a-Daisy Garden
I had a daisy show up in the flower garden a few years back. It was unexpected, as I can’t seem to grow daisies no matter how hard I try. I’ll settle for surprise daisies if another shows itself. The...
View ArticleReflections of Shabbat
Yesterday, as is typical on shabbat, I spent time relaxing and taking in the outdoors. Breathing in the near-country air, and reveling in the sights and sounds of a healthy yard give me great...
View ArticleTimeless and Wordless
Lately, there’s not been the time (or appropriate mindset) for blog updates. But I have been using a camera for stress relief, so I created another blog to share my photos. Another learning experience...
View ArticleConstruction Alert and Clearing the Fog
Well hello there, Practicalities world! It seems that I lost my practical nature, as I hunkered down and focused to preserve my well-being. But the fog is now lifting, and my B vitamins are now...
View ArticlePartial Progress
It’s an oft-made mistake, to expect that a DIY construction project will be completed within the projected time frame. And then there’s the extended time frame that occurs when said project goes on...
View ArticleHandy Tip for Fresh Lettuce
I’ve been using this handy process for about a year. I sometimes forget during the hustle and bustle of putting away groceries and carrying on with the daily duties of life. But I’m quickly reminded...
View ArticleOur Favorite White Chili
My favorite version: when I use oregano and onion and garlic fresh from the garden, home-cooked beans, and pasture-fed chicken roasted at home. Football Soup – White Chili 1 T Olive oil 4 Garlic...
View ArticleGarden Thoughts
Gearing up for Spring, and dreaming of gardens and growing and harvest, reality comes crashing in and sets the tone. That reality washed over me as I posted my recent activity in my garden journal. I...
View ArticleGarden Start
The garden is taking shape. The walking onions and garlic have set the pace, giving the semblance of organization in my haphazard plans. Tomato seedlings and pepper seedlings are doing well...
View ArticleSpring Garden Gallery
The back garden plot is finally on its way. I hope to get the warm weather vegetables into the soil this weekend, as the cool veggies take the lead. Interspersed with intentional planting are the...
View ArticleSummer Time Update
Time sure flies when you’re having fun! As I hinted in the last post, I’ll add a few pictures of my ‘front’ garden, which is home to the tomatoes and peppers – but more than that, it’s a work in...
View ArticleWhy Yes! Yes I Did Can 40 lbs of Chicken… And Lived to Tell About It!
And you can too! I’ll use the canned chicken for quick meals: chicken enchiladas, chicken salad, chicken soups… the possibilities are many. Here’s how it came about: If you’ve followed along,...
View ArticleDiscovering New Things, Or At Least Making My Own Mistakes
I was leary as this garden season progressed. Everything but the weeds seemed to move so slowly, and the lack of nice orderly rows gave me heebie-jeebies galore. But the garden is coming on strong,...
View ArticleComing Soon to A Newbie’s YouTube Channel Near You…
hebrew awakened:Another blog of mine, showing my recent garden: Originally posted on Life As A Hebrew:: Yes. It’s true. I’m going to try something new. I’ve created a short – well, maybe not so short...
View ArticleMission Accomplished – Although Not Exactly As Expected
hebrew awakened:And, the accompanying video: Originally posted on Life As A Hebrew:: The promised garden tour has now been published on YouTube. I can tell you that it was a process, and we’ll leave it...
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