I was once upon a time a chef. The cooking world is hard on the body and often lacks a sense of appreciation for all the toil that goes into making a lovely meal. Since I no longer do that, I have a greater love and gratitude for the cooking process. And nothing is more …
Grateful To Give Back: Sharing The Garden With Others In Need Read More »
I read some months ago that gratitude is good for your health – that if you take time every day to be grateful, you are less likely to get sick and more likely to flourish. Now I’m about as eager to flourish as anyone I know, and I take my health seriously, but I have …
We’re All In This Together – Passing On Gratitude In The Garden Read More »
I love to garden, but it’s been years since I had a vegetable garden (other than tomatoes in pots). I’d rather grow wildflowers and other native plants that deer don’t bother. I try to co-exist with the deer, but sometimes it’s a major challenge. So, I don’t do a lot of cooking with plants from …
Recipes From The Garden: Pressure Cooking Root Vegetables Read More »
Gardening has long been celebrated for its potential to alter mood, improve health, and ease at growers closer to nature. Though these attributes are considered true by many; this does not mean, however, that the growing process is without trial, stress, and disappointment. It wasn’t until I began exploring the “larger picture” in my own …
Gratitude For The Garden – Being Grateful For Each Growing Season Read More »
Planning is often one of the most anticipated parts of creating a beautiful and dynamic garden space. I know I’m not alone in saying that I can easily spend hours browsing through the plants offered at my local plant nursery. While many plants in my yard have been ordered online, I’m consistently surprised by the …
What does gratitude mean to a gardener like me? Being out in my garden makes me feel grateful. One definition of grateful is ‘pleasing to the mind or senses.’ My gratitude encompasses all five senses. What Represents Gratefulness I love the feel of the sun on my shoulders, the smell of fresh mown grass, the …
Thankful Beyond Words – What Represents Gratefulness In My Garden Read More »
My mother loved to cook and holidays were her shining glory. Until a few years before her death, she continued to put on a Thanksgiving feast that paralleled none. My sister and I have both tried our hands at making her secret holiday recipes, but it’s not the same. So we opted for a new …
Thanksgiving Tradition: Turning Homegrown Pumpkins Into Pie Read More »
Almost everyone looks forward to Thanksgiving dinner. Sure, it’s your loved ones that make the day special, but how about the food! The feast differs from family to family and region to region, but there are a few general staples that feature in almost everyone’s meal – turkey side dishes that I grow every year. …
Growing Thanksgiving Dinner – Must Have Turkey Side Dishes Read More »
You don’t have to live in the American South to love pecans, which are commonly featured around Thanksgiving time with a traditional pecan pie. There are many culinary uses for pecans, ranging from sweet to savory, but there are other pecan uses as well. We have compiled some unique ways to incorporate this tasty nut …
Interesting Uses For Pecans: What To Do With Pecans Read More »
By Thanksgiving, my Michigan is fully dormant. However, I have the fruits of that garden and from my local farm. I always make these a part of whatever dish I bring to the family dinner. And using materials from the garden is a great way to decorate for the holiday. Dried Herbs for Thanksgiving The …
The Bountiful Garden: Bringing The Garden To Thanksgiving Read More »
