When I talk about harvesting birds some people cringe and change the subject. I understand. It's not a picture many like to have in their minds - it's not one I want to hold in mine! But harvest is a part of life when you're raising a lot of birds and trying to look out … Continue reading Harvesting Ducks
Local Food
Michigan Fruit Crumble
The first day here we stopped at the local fruit stand and got a nice selection of fruit. I had to make one of my fruit crumbles that have become a tradition on trips up here. To start, cut up whatever fruit you have. I used rhubarb (cut in 1-2" chunks), cherries (pitted and halved), … Continue reading Michigan Fruit Crumble
Cherry Mint Water
We are up at the Lakehouse for a week of family vacation. Today is hot and we are out on the boat cooling off in the nice lake water. Here along the shore my eye caught site of bunches of chocolate mint and spearmint growing along the shore. We also have some cherries to snack … Continue reading Cherry Mint Water
Come out to see us today!
Come on up the river to see us in Ripley today. We are set up and ready to meet you. You'll find us at 206 Front Street, right by the river. Not only are there 25+ artists and musicians and gardens to see but so much history in this quaint and beautifully maintained town. Right … Continue reading Come out to see us today!
Mulberry Experiments
Mulberry trees are one of those local plants many people love to hate. When they grow over your driveway, I can understand the distress they cause when those lush dark berries stain every surface they fall on. Fortunately, we have a large mulberry tree at the edge of our back field, where the berries just … Continue reading Mulberry Experiments
Beet Crostini
Here's another lunch idea straight from the garden! I picked about five small beets with greens. The greens I cleaned, de-veined and chopped roughly. I also chopped a bit of onion and a garlic clove. The beets, I scrubbed and set in boiling water for about ten minutes. When they came out, I ran them … Continue reading Beet Crostini
Come See Me Tomorrow
I'm prepping today for my first event of the season. Come see me tomorrow at the Grand Re-Opening of 310 Washington Hall Antiques in New Richmond. The shop is located at 310 Washington Street. We will be set up on the sidewalk outside, along with about 10 other vendors, noon - 5 PM. I am … Continue reading Come See Me Tomorrow
Spicy Swiss Chard with Chickpeas
One of the plants that is doing really well in my garden already is Swiss Chard. This is a new plant for me. I had a coupon for buy-one-get-one seeds so I grabbed a packet of Swiss Chard. It's a lovely plant, with such beautiful color. I love the red and yellow stems. I'm learning … Continue reading Spicy Swiss Chard with Chickpeas
Kale Caesar Salad
I tried out a new recipe tonight from a gorgeous cookbook a friend gave me years ago called The Forest Feast by Erin Gleeson. Kale season is in full swing so I was excited to find her recipe entitled "Kale Caesar with Polenta Croutons." It is simple and delicious. I made a few small modifications. … Continue reading Kale Caesar Salad
Lovely Lilacs
There is a beautiful old lilac bush on the edge of our property, along the tree line. A few years ago my husband almost cut it down when trimming brush. I'm so very glad I caught him before he did because this time of year it is covered in gorgeous purple flowers that fill the … Continue reading Lovely Lilacs
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