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Square Foot Gardening
This is our first summer here and we are starting fresh with a new garden plot. We've got a little over an acre. So, we aren't cramped for space but I would like to get the most out of the garden we…Continue
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Melissa commented on Janine Roe's blog post 'Early plantings and garden cleanup'"It was a great weekend for working outside. There's nothing more satisfying than that first warm spring weekend when you finally get to dig in the dirt."
Melissa commented on Lauren Klouda's blog post 'Homemade Greek Style Yogurt'"This afternoon, my mom and I were just talking about making our own yogurt. I can't wait to share this with her. Thank you so much."
Melissa commented on Scissors & Drumsticks's blog post 'Enter to Win the Book, "I Garden: Urban Style" Co-Authored by Michael Nolan'"We have just a little bit over an acre. Just moved in last July so this will be our first full summer here. I try to grow a little bit of everything. I seem to be most successful at tomatoes, green beans, radishes, lettuce, and zuchinni. Would like…"
Cornelia left a comment for Melissa"Hi Melissa - woohoo I love swapping seeds! Anything in particular you're looking for? I'm scaling back this year and really only planning to grow tomatoes, flowers and a ton of herbs. If you have any of those seeds, that would be great!"
Melissa replied to Torry's discussion '2011 Seed Swap' in the group Resurrect the Barter!"WooHoo, a fellow Hoosier. I'm getting ready to start my seeds soon. "
Melissa commented on Britin Foster, All Good Bakers's photo
Vegan Cinnamon Buns in bulk
"Those look so delicious. Yummm warm Cinnamon Rolls... I wish I lived close to you guys."
Melissa posted a discussionSquare Foot Gardening
This is our first summer here and we are starting fresh with a new garden plot. We've got a little over an acre. So, we aren't cramped for space but I would like to get the most out of the garden we will have. We have a family of 6, do a lot of canning, plus give my mom and grandmother a lot of what we grow/can as well. I'm considering using the Square Foot method over the traditional row method. I'd like to hear if anyone has used the Square Foot method and what their experiences are. Any tips…See More
Melissa replied to Deb Counts-Tabor's discussion 'Canning your own recipes'"Last year I made Taco Sauce for the first time. I used the Ball Book recipe as a guideline but tweeked it to suit our tastes. It turned out much like the name brand taco sauce but according to my husband better. We use it to make tacos but also just…"
Melissa replied to Torry's discussion '2011 Seed Swap' in the group Resurrect the Barter!"This sounds great! Count me in. I'm always up for new and exciting things. I live in Southeastern Indiana literally right on the line of zones 5b and 6a."
Melissa commented on Christa Nelson's photo
wild onion and cheese quiche
"Thanks. I understand completely. I'm a toss it all together kind of cook. I have to make a point to at least remember what I've put into a dish. So, if my family really likes it I can duplicate it to some degree. Most of my cooking is…"
Melissa commented on Christa Nelson's photo
green tomato pickles
"Yum! Did you get the recipe out of the Ball canning book? If not, I'd love the recipe. If you don't mind sharing. My husband and kids love fried green tomatoes and pickles. So, I'm sure they would love these."
Melissa replied to johna's discussion 'Does anyone have any tips on harvesting your own seeds?'"My husband's mother passed away before we met, but one of my favorite stories about her is how she used to snip off the dried flower heads out of gardens wherever they went, she would even do it at the lawn and garden stores. He said she would…"
Melissa commented on Patti Wigington's blog post 'Let There Be Plarn'"Very cool idea. I don't have a ton of experience crocheting but I think I can handle this project. Can't wait to give it a try."
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- What kind of HOMEGROWN are you?
- Earth Mama
- A bit about me:
- I can't say I was raised by really cool hippy parents, but it must have been in my blood because as a kid I always migrated towards the kids whose parents were into growing there own food, baking delicious nutty grainy breads and cooking amazing meals. I remember always wanting to hang out at their house. As I tried to find my place in a society that is consumed with stuff, I just didn't really fit in. I finally realized what was missing, a much simpler life. This is my attempt at getting that life. I live in Southeastern Indiana with my very patient husband and four kids. We just purchased a very old small farm house on 1 acre and are in the process of what seems to be a never ending renovation. In our future, I dream of fruit trees, large veggie and herb gardens, chickens, and if I can talk my husband into it another animal or two or three... he, he Now to just make that a reality.
- Latest greatest meal cooked at home:
- Chipotle honey lime chicken over mixed greens topped with a roasted corn and black bean salad.
- Currently reading:
- Mother Earth News, cooking and gardening blogs, etc. No time for books right now.
- Currently listening to:
- Whatever pops up on my MP3, Bob Marley, The Beatles, Jack Johnson, Eva Cassidy, Classical, Dave Matthews, Pepper, pretty much anything.
- My latest DIY project:
- Compost Bin
- Web site I recommend:
- http://imboredletscooksomething.blogspot.com/
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- At 10:18am on February 17, 2011, Cornelia said…
- Hi Melissa - woohoo I love swapping seeds! Anything in particular you're looking for? I'm scaling back this year and really only planning to grow tomatoes, flowers and a ton of herbs. If you have any of those seeds, that would be great!
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