It has been a roller coaster ride
We had been praying for our injured friend hard. But a couple of days ago, we were told he had passed away due to...
As usual, our beavers were right
We had a very hot, dry summer. Around here, some swamps are dry and even rivers are showing more rocks than water. Yep, we...
I’m still planting seeds
You'd think, after planting seeds since last month, I'd eventually get done. Right? Not so! I've been planting squash, pumpkin, muskmelon, watermelon, and today...
Q and A: refrigerator pickles and slow germinating carrots
Refrigerator pickles
Here is a recipe I really like for Refrigerator Pickles. Can I put these in a water bath or canner to preserve? Or...
Wow, is the garden ever growing
It's amazing how fast everything is maturing. Tonight, I've got to pick several Umpqua broccoli heads, which I'll cut up and freeze. (I have...