Finding my own groove

Over the course of several years, I’ve joined groups and stitch-a-longs and UFO challenges. And each time I failed (by my standards). It always starts with high enthusiasm, and wanes off within weeks. With the exception of one cross stitch SAL that I started a few years back. But then again, I started it because … Continue reading Finding my own groove

It’s looking like garden season

It’s looking like garden season has begun. We’re in a strange zone here, officially we’re 8A now but historically we’ve been 7B. And while this week has great temps, next week has some nights down into the 30’s. So hardy plants can go out, but peppers and tomatoes are still in the greenhouse. Speaking of … Continue reading It’s looking like garden season

It’s nice to have help!

Spring has sprung with a weedy vengeance around here. The garden bed on the north side of the house is typical of how they all look (or looked) before yard work began. But yesterday, with the kids help, my main garden area is almost ready for planting. We have weeded all the tires in the … Continue reading It’s nice to have help!