Monthly Archives: May 2009
Shades of Lavender and White
Sunday Stroll I put so much effort into my gardens. Weeding, shoveling cow manure, dead-heading, planting seeds, picking off bugs, transplanting seedlings. But then Mother Nature has to go and show me up with these wildflowers in shades of lavender … Continue reading
Day at the Beach
My mom and I took a trip to Hammonasset State Park today. I like to walk on the beach, but I don’t like to sit in the sun and get burned (my mom loves to sit in the sun). However, … Continue reading
Filed under Outside
Signs I’m an Old Lady
I’d much rather spend a Friday night (or Saturday, for that matter) under a blankie on the couch than get all dressed up for a date night. I don’t know how those kids can listen to their music so loud. … Continue reading
Filed under Home
Learning About Local Foods
For the last two weeks, my botany students have been exploring the local foods movement. We began with a discussion of what “local” means, and some history of the movement. They have been growing plants since the course began in … Continue reading
Filed under Food, Gardening, Living from Scratch, Local Agriculture, Review, Sustainable Living
Ranch Pasta Salad
I love making pasta salad in warm weather. It’s nice and cool, and I can put in whatever vegetables and herbs I’ve got. It’s great to pack and take for lunch, too. I make all different kinds, depending on what’s … Continue reading
Filed under Food, Gardening, Living from Scratch, Recipes, Sustainable Living, What's for Supper?
