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It was a rough week

Last week was a difficult one to get through. But even the short few days since Scott died have lessened the shock of it. It was such an eye opener and reminder to live life to the fullest, every day. … Continue reading

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A Great Auntie – Again!

Isabella Sally O’Connor was born this morning in Australia – making me a great aunt for – I think – the eighth time! The Jewitt family expands We are a fairly prolific family! Cathy, Lofty and babe doing well. And … Continue reading

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brussels sprouts

Even though the weather has turned to fall, with almost freezing temperatures at night, stuff still grows. Just look at the size of these sprouts! So far, all except one plant are aphid free, but there has recently been a … Continue reading

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How my garden doth grow

It’s two months since I planted the garden and I have never seen anything grow and produce so fast!First we had the kale and lettuce, then everything else started coming in. Now th brussels sprouts are waist high with little … Continue reading

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first salad

Today I picked carefully and we have our first salad from the garden. It’s amazing! I planted on May 18 – today is June 2 and already our little starts are producing more than enough salad and soon the kale … Continue reading

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Square Foot Gardening

Square foot gardening seems like the way to grow veges and with prices of food skyrocketing, along with the gas prices, I decided it was time to get growing. So last week Chris and I built the frames and last … Continue reading

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