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Our Portable Garden

We are welcoming spring here in Nashville, and so far, our portable garden is working out nicely. The drainage is great, and we have plenty of space to add depth. Our biggest challenge will be keeping the soil most. I am so excited about…

March 14, 2011
Gardening Life Mackenzie

Sunshine + Portable Gardening

The weather this week has been beautiful for the most part, so Mackenzie and I have been taking every opportunity to get outside in the sunshine. Chris built this swing for us. Isn’t it great? I swing on it with Mackenzie in my arms…

March 3, 2011
Gardening Life

Preparing the Ground

This is the time of year when I really need a garden. The sun is rarely out, and I am desperate to build something, to grow something, to see some sign of life. January in the garden is a special time. Only very resilient…

January 28, 2011
Gardening

Fall Gardening

I spent more time outside yesterday than I have in ages, and it was wonderful. We have two flower beds in the front of the house we are renting, and I’ve decided to turn them into a small kitchen garden with flowers, herbs, and…

September 7, 2010
Gardening

Family Favorites: Apple Butter & Pumpkin Butter

I made apple butter for my family last Thanksgiving, and it was a big hit, especially with my niece. So, I decided to make it again this year. I canned it properly this time, and added labels. I also bought a pie pumpkin from…

October 20, 2009