The musings and adventures of an enthusiastic grower
I had a great childhood, growing up in rural Vermont. Afternoons were spent outdoors making forts in the woods and taking strolls or riding my bike down endless dirt paths through the countryside. My favorite outdoor activity, though, was visiting my neighbor Floyd’s farm. Floyd was a lovely elderly gentleman who frequently allowed me to …
Happy New Year, garden friends! It’s a new year, and you know what that means-it’s time once again for our annual seasonal reflection post. The beginning of the new year offers an excellent opportunity for reflection, and lately I’ve been thinking about what our fourth season at Whistling Bee Farm has meant to me. It …
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Happy Valentine’s Day, Saint Valentine’s Day, or the Feast of Saint Valentine, whichever you prefer! Originating as a day to honor a martyr named Valentine, Valentine’s Day has become a commercial, religious, and cultural day to celebrate love and romance. Chocolates, plush animals, and, of course, flowers have become popular gifts to give loved ones …
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