Orange pumpkins and black cats, Spider webs and flying bats, Witches brew in steaming vats, Scarecrows wearing crazy hats, Every Halloween is just like that! For me, Halloween marks the end of our fall harvest season. The month of October has been full … Continue reading
Category Archives: Let’s Eat
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The September weather has been fabulous so I am feeling that Autumn is sneaking in the back door. Mornings are cool and moist. Sunsets come earlier in the evening. It’s time to tuck and gather things away for the colder months to … Continue reading
Saucing Tomatoes
Our variety of tomato plants are providing plump, red, goodness everyday now. I have sold many pounds at the farmstand, as well as served fresh tomatoes daily to our family. With the abundance of ripe ones, it’s time to start preserving tomatoes … Continue reading
It’s Not Easy Being Green
My green crops are having a heck of a time staying perky and fresh at the farmstand. After I harvest them, early in the morning, and put the bundles in cool water, they still look wilted by noon. How do … Continue reading
Strawberry Preserves
It’s that wonderful time of year, the strawberry patch is bursting with aroma and sweet flavor. We’ve already harvested 10 lbs of ruby-red berries that are safely tucked away in the freezer for winter smoothies, strawberry ice cream or cheesecake/shortcake topping. Last night … Continue reading