Something I have come to realize over time, is that the possessions that you own, own you, in various ways. When I was younger, with far more energy, and far more interest in fitting into the world around me, I collected possessions. At one point I enjoyed a modest affluence, hard earned, with lots of… Continue reading Possessions
Canning Tomatoes
The day dawned crisp and sunny, it was 5C went we went out for our walk. It is warmer now though, mid-afternoon, so the windows are wide open. Mom is doing super after her knee surgery, it is healing amazingly well. We went to visit her on Saturday, enjoyed visiting with her, and didn’t let… Continue reading Canning Tomatoes
The Vegetable Chronicles: Wild Apples
When the Ash Tree in front of our house was killed by an infestation of Emerald Ash Borers, the tree was felled. Around the stump a variety of shrubs and trees took advantage of the sunny location. The most vigorous of these was an invasive species called Buckthorn. It bore poisonous fruit. Attila removed it,… Continue reading The Vegetable Chronicles: Wild Apples
OK! Got it! So What To Do!: Part 2
Mom is definitely on the mend! My sister sent a picture of her this morning, and Mom looks great, rosy cheeked, and smiling. Sis sent me another picture of Mom this evening, perusing her cell phone, definitely on the mend! My sister made the right call taking Mom to that hospital, even though it is… Continue reading OK! Got it! So What To Do!: Part 2
The Vegetable Chronicles: Kohlrabi
Years ago we ordered seeds from a company in the US. It was their policy to include a surprise packet of seeds with a purchase of a certain size. One of those surprise packets was Kohlrabi. Neither of us had ever tasted Kohlrabi, not even seen it for sale. So Attila, always ready to try… Continue reading The Vegetable Chronicles: Kohlrabi