As the News Would Say, 'Winter Blast'

Finally Getting a Handle on This Place

The two islands in the foreground were a mess until two weeks ago. Snakes and poison ivy both hangout there. This winter Craig and I vowed to clean it up and it looks so good I had to post a picture.

Six Months In

It's been a great six months baby.

Five Days After Planting

This year we're giving the garden another shot. But, this time we're going to use containers next to the house in hopes that the rabbits and deer will stay away. So far we've begun seeds for anaheim chilies, sweet banana peppers, jalapenos, casabella peppers, poblanos, red and green onions, pumpkins, birdhouse gourds, rosemary, cilantro, basil, and chives. If it doesn't work, we'll blame Craig.

Put This One on Your Pile

This is a fabulous book and you should read it. All Things Considered interviewed the author a few weeks ago and I found it interesting. Click here to hear the interview. If you've read the book, what did you think?