October 31, 2011
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Our little tulip tree out front lost a major branch but I think it’s likely to survive. We had two big oaks out back lose their crowns and that may prove too much for them. Time will tell. Many neighbors … Continue reading
October 30, 2011
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Last night as the snow moved in I made some toasty warm pot pies very much likes these but on a smaller scale and with chicken instead of turkey. Since the power went out during the night, my waffles morphed … Continue reading
October 29, 2011
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Gabby thinks it’s entirely too cold in the house and has taken to sleeping right on top of the heater vent. As you can see, I’ve moved her bed there. It’s also sourdough time again. I always seem to taper … Continue reading
October 28, 2011
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When I heard the weatherman talking about snow in the forecast, I knew it was time to cut as many nasturtium as I could for a few extra days of cheerful color. Jason brought home a bale of straw which … Continue reading
October 27, 2011
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It’s been ages and ages since I made pumpkin bread but when I saw the pie pumpkins at the market I got a craving for it. It’s very easy to get the pumpkin mash. Cut the pumpkin in half horizontally … Continue reading
October 26, 2011
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Focaccia 1 3/4 cups warm water (between 110 and 115 degrees F.) 1 tablespoon sugar 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast 5 cups all-purpose flour 1/4 cup garlic and rosemary infused olive oil 1 tablespoon salt, extra for garnish Preheat … Continue reading
October 25, 2011
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I’ve been meaning to make beeswax polish since I first heard Aggie and Kim talking about it on How Clean is Your House? (UK version). I’ve finally made time to make my own version which is 1 part beeswax to … Continue reading
October 24, 2011
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I came home from Vermont with some lovely goodies: gorgeous grey French Angora for an itch-free hat, delicious apple cider fresh off the press, and kefir which I have been interested in trying since I first heard about it a … Continue reading
October 23, 2011
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Today we visited some of the neighbor animals including a very snuggly young llama who’s super soft and very kissy. We also went to a cider pressing where the others helped and I was lazy and just watched because my … Continue reading
October 22, 2011
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While many of my friends are down at Juniper Moon Fiber Farm for shearing this weekend, I am up at Gilead Fiber Farm to help with a sewing machine introduction and lend a hand in general. Three of us came … Continue reading
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