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Moving spots

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Ted brought Bessie back to the paddock in the yard. The grass has grown up in there at least 8" tall (and some of it's knee high) since we moved her in June. Unfortunately,  this is where I planted my mini garden so she's tied to a 50' long rope right now to keep her … Continue reading Moving spots

Homemade guacamole

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I made homemade guacamole for the first time ever, and it was so easy and so delicious I'll never order it again! This was the whole dinner (homemade burritos, homemade cheese sauce, local sweet corn, GMO free blue nacho chips, and homemade guacamole). YUM!!! For the guacamole,  I just scooped out two avocados, added half … Continue reading Homemade guacamole

Back to school

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Back to school time is always so busy for me for several reasons. I teach online so my school starts back the beginning of August. It's too soon; it's right in the middle of canning season for me which yanks that to a screeching halt five days a week (and then I play catch up … Continue reading Back to school

Scarf to a vest

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My best friend and I took our daughters (who are also besties) for make up makeovers today.   We had such a fun day doing make up,  shopping, shoes, and lunch. We were in Jo-Ann Fabric when Becky grabbed a remnant from the clearance table and turned it into a vest with just one knot!!! I … Continue reading Scarf to a vest

Local farmer spotlight

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One of the most unique booths at the local Farmers' Market is the Way Farms booth (owned by Cameron Way). The Ways have farmed for several years in Waverly, Ohio, and they set up at our market on Saturdays, the Ross County market on Saturdays, and the Portsmouth market on Saturdays as well. In addition,  … Continue reading Local farmer spotlight

Sometimes late is better than never

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Remember my very late garden planting which took place July 4th? Check out the progress in my little late garden! There's a baby watermelon on this vine! I spy a ripening tomato! The pumpkin vine is full of bright orange blossoms! Check out this short squatty little green pepper! The jalapeno plant has several on … Continue reading Sometimes late is better than never

Guess who’s getting a boyfriend?!?

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BESSIE'S GETTING A BOYFRIEND!!!!!!! I made one last ditch effort in a post on Facebook,  and I got a response!!!! I AM THRILLED!!! The farmer does grass fed and organic grain, and he's willing to rent or sell the bull. This will be a first breeding for both Bessie and this little Jersey bull, and … Continue reading Guess who’s getting a boyfriend?!?