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A few weeks ago my online boyfriend Ryan and my buddy Harriet and I went to San Francisco to tour a bunch of gardens. One of the many stops we made was to the Sunset Magazine headquarters in Menlo Park, California. I guess I never really though about how garden magazines get their photos. I Read More >>
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If there’s one thing I’ve learned over the years, it’s how to peel a tomato quickly. After all, when you grow boatloads of food in your backyard every summer, you tend to pick up a few tricks along the way. How to Peel a Tomato. Step 1 – Wash your tomatoes. If you bought your Read More >>
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This year I’m on a mission to grow 4,000 pounds of fresh fruits and vegetables in my suburban backyard. In 2012 I was able to grow 2,028 pounds, and in 2013 I’m going double or nothing. I have absolutely no idea if I’ll be able to achieve my goal. But, as with any adventure, half the fun is getting there. ~Mavis ******* Now Read More >>
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I picked a nice big basket of fat Roma bush beans this morning and had to stop snacking on them so I would have enough for dinner tonight. This recipe is very simple, but it’s my favorite way to eat green beans. And if you’ve never tried Roma beans before, put them on your list Read More >>
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As a special treat, on our way back from the lavender festival in Sequim, Washington the other day, The Girl and I stopped by a little burger shack called Fat Smitty’s. I don’t know how anyone could possibly NOT stop with all those cool hand carved statues out front. We figured we’d find your typical Read More >>
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