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There’s so much to love about the summer season. Wherever you spend you summer months, whether it’s working or vacationing, there are many things to appreciate. If you haven’t seen one of my new favourites, see this post on berry picking… I’ve made a new little list ( I could have gone on and on […]
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Farmer’s Markets are one of my very favourite places. It’s always been amazing to me that people are able to grow such luscious produce. I wonder what their secret is. I currently have one Roma tomato plant and I’m having trouble keeping it healthy, so heaven forbid I should start something from seed! But I […]
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Happy Summer! Today I have a cool cucumber salad for your summer get togethers, picnics or for a little everyday variety. To me, summer means different foods than when hibernating for the winter. During winter, I eat more beef, bread, heavier foods. Goodness knows I have no fear of wasting away, but such is the […]
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Who doesn’t love watermelon on a hot summer day? This treat will cool you down in no time. This super simple watermelon shaved ice is the perfect antidote to the blazing heat- a great light and tasty dessert perfect for the whole family. Let’s get to it. Ingredients: 1 cup sugar 1 cup water 8 […]
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When I was teaching, summer was everything. Once spring break was over and we headed into the home stretch, summer came a calling. Everyone had vacation on the brain and signs were evident. Children began wearing shorts and flip flops to school. Teachers were happier as they envisioned days of sitting on their decks, margaritas […]
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When I was a kid, I studied Greek mythology for a hobby. While my dad and brothers watched Hockey Night in Canada or All in the Family, I sat with encyclopedias and drew family trees of Zeus and his many offspring. Strange child I know… Yet I never really had a strong desire to visit […]
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For a parting gift to my educator friends, I gave them each a pretty list of “Things that make me happy” and they were instructed to fill it out over the summer. When we re-convene in the fall, we’ll share these lists and share in some laughter ands tears I’m sure. Appreciating life and it’s […]
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Okay technically these pics are not from my own backyard. My own backyard is a sad tale of overgrown trees, more weeds than you could ever imagine… And little remaining sod as the tree roots are soaking up every drop of rain but I have access to beautiful grounds that are lush and resplendent with […]
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Who doesn’t love flowers, but more pointedly-peonies? I am fortunate to have an abundance of these gorgeous blooms that resemble huge scoops of ice cream.The funny thing is, I can’t seem to find the deep purple variety. I have purchased the vibrant purple from the greenhouse a few times, only to discover come spring, that […]
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It’s lilac season, and this photo was taken after raiding my bush lilac, though I wish I had a tree variety with those huge blossoms. I started collecting glass bottles after my mom used to store all of our milk in these when I was a child. She claims that the milk lasts a lot […]
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Kathy Pardell 