Early in summer, my mother-in-law gifted us with a used wagon from the thrift shop where she works. Little did we know then that the wagon would become such an important part of our summer harvesting ritual. A few times each week, when M. got…
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getting by //
Read moreHello, friends. Just stopping by for a moment to say that we have not, in fact, fallen off the face of the earth. I am still dealing with some health issues, so it will likely be a little while until things are back to normal…
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celebrate //
Read moreThis month’s prompt word is celebrate. Aside from the fact that I’ve been physically unable to spend time on my computer, it’s been difficult to even brainstorm for this prompt. I’ve been suffering and when you’re suffering, it’s hard to think about celebrating. Still, this…
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31/52 & 32/52
Read moreThe 52 Week Project – A portrait of my son, once a week, every week, for one year. 31/52 — Completely mesmerized by something, though I can not remember what it was now. 32/52 — Relaxing for a moment after devouring a hot fudge sundae…
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Around the Yard in July
Read moreOh, how I love summertime. There is always something blossoming in our yard. Every day I incorporate something fresh from the garden into our meals. This has only been my second time ever growing food from seed. There is something about the experience that makes…
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Recipe: Salmon Burgers with Pickled Cucumbers
Read moreSince we returned from vacation I’ve been on a cooking streak. All of that eating out made me long for some home cooked meals and the break from cooking actually made me miss being in the kitchen (a little bit). I’ve tried several new recipes…
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Down the Shore
Read moreIf you don’t live in New Jersey, you may have never heard the phrase “down the shore.” It’s a phrase that we, North Jersey-ans, use when we are traveling south to the Jersey Shore points. Going “down the shore” every summer has been a tradition…
