Monthly Archives: August 2023

rain

It’s a good thing when fire danger is extremely high and you have escape plans in place in case the worst case scenario happens in your neighborhood. Thank you, rain and clouds. Much appreciated! In other news, the Elberta peaches … Continue reading

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happy belated bluegrass birthday

Many weeks ago Banjo Man declared that he wanted to go to a bluegrass concert. For his birthday. Because there would be a…wait for it…banjo. The Travelin McCoury’s were coming to town. The who? I had no idea. But there … Continue reading

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a whole lot easier

Consider this a commercial. When I discovered the steamer canner I bought in 2021 would not work on my new induction cooktop, I was very, very sad. But Retired Mountain Lady came to the rescue and showed me hers. She … Continue reading

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plum dandy

Welcome to my world. It’s very fruity. Plums were tempting this summer. In my younger days I had two plum trees and I spent many hours canning plums for Banjo Man’s winter snacks. Plums are so easy to can, make … Continue reading

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come to mama

Check it out. This garden surprise is almost as long as a foot-long Subway sandwich. After three months of watching and watering my zucchini plant and having very little success in growing any, this morning’s monster was a bit of … Continue reading

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