The musings and adventures of an enthusiastic grower
Here we are in November, already deep into the fall season. On the farm, most of the leaves have fallen, mornings are often dusted with frost, and cooler temperatures have moved in. We experienced our first hard frost a few weeks ago, which abruptly ended our fresh-cut flower season. Flower farmers call the first hard …
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Things have finally started to wind down on the farm, and I am ready to dive into the planning phase of farming. The off-season months of winter are a time to look toward the next growing season and dream of all the possibilities. While the farm enjoys its winter slumber, I will be tucked indoors, …
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Can you believe it’s officially May? Is it just me, or does it seem like spring is moving along quickly? Perhaps it seems that way because spring is one of the busiest times on the farm. I've been harvesting spring blooms several times a day, as fickle spring temperatures can cause the flowers to open …
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You know when the kids in the backseat of the car constantly ask, “Are we there yet?” Well, that’s been me the past few weeks while I dream of spring. Don’t get me wrong, I love the changing of the seasons. My Northeastern roots keep me longing for that first snowflake of the season and …
November is a month of reflection. It is a time to stop, take a breath, and think about one simple word: gratitude. The concept of gratitude is universal, regardless of geography, religion, race, or gender. We should all strive for it, and it’s something that I hope everyone can find. Because if we can find …
The temperatures are getting warmer, and signs of the impending summer season are all around us. The growing season is marching right along as we begin to say goodbye to the spring blooms and wait patiently for the summer flowers. May was busy, highlighted by abundant planting, strange weather, and beautiful blooms. I can hardly …
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It’s officially spring! The birds are chirping, and the red-winged blackbirds and robins have returned. The daffodils, tulips, and garlic are all pushing out of the soil, and the buds on the lilacs are plumping up. I’m waiting patiently for the peeper frogs to start singing, and then, for me, spring will officially be heralded …
Music has woven itself into the fabric of our society. At times it moves us to tears. At others, it makes us smile, always capable of taking us through the whole gambit of emotions. It can connect us to our moods and get us in touch with everything we feel at a given moment. Music …
It's hard to believe that we are starting to close the door to summer and are about to welcome the fall season. But, I'm not going to lie; I'm ready for the cooler temperatures that the change of seasons will bring, making garden tasks much more enjoyable. This growing season has been challenging to say …
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What a busy month June has been! With the school year closing, there were final soccer games, concerts, field trips, recitals, and competitions to attend with our son. I didn't know if I was coming or going half the time! So during this busy month, I tried to squeeze in as much time as possible …
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THISTLE BE THE DAY 