It’s a miracle, the zinnia seeds that I’ve had FOREVER, and by forever I mean at least 8 years have bloomed. Late spring I was doing a little cleaning and came across a packet of zinnia seeds. The label was so faded I really had to strain to make out what it said. I decided what the heck I’ll plant them down by the fire pit in a planter that’s severely neglected figuring nothing would grow. I’d actually forgot all about them until last week; and by forgot I mean I didn’t even water them ... continue reading...
Canning Tomatoes
This is where you’ll find me right now, in the kitchen canning garden fresh tomatoes. I haven’t canned for quite a few years but my DIL wanted to learn how so we’re back at it. Wouldn’t you know I gave all my jars away and the pressure cooker but I did keep my hot water bath canner. I’m not sure why, but now I’m glad I did. My BFF gifted us two bushel of tomatoes that she didn’t have time to can. I didn’t want any of them to go to waste so I quartered them, dropped them into 2 gallon bags, ... continue reading...
Elderberry – Gathering, Planting, Freezing, Dehydrating, and Using
September is the month to be on the lookout for Elderberries. If you’re like me; I forage mine from the wild and make my own Elderberry Syrup. My purpose in it is medicinal to boost my family’s immunity when cold and flu season rolls around but you can also make jam, pancake syrup, pies, and throat lozenges. Today I’m sharing ideas with the rest of the Cozy Living bunch like we do every month, hosted by Jennifer. For more September ideas click on the thumbnails at the end of ... continue reading...
Talk Till Dawn – 32
I’m excited to share with you a new series I’m starting called, “Talk Till Dawn”, I want this to be about my everyday life, the things I’m reading, eating, my everyday ups and down, along with photos that I’ve taken over the week. My life and home is far from perfect even though I always share with you pretty home decor picture. Now from time to time I’ll give you a look at how things can get out of control like everyone else’s life. I'm not sure I've done anything exciting this month; ... continue reading...
The Best Inexpensive Area Rugs and How to Get The Bumps & Creases Out
Today I’m going to share with you where I purchase inexpensive area rugs and how I get those darn creases, humps and bumps out. The reason they have so many is the packaging method the shipper uses. They come rolled up and folder over like you see in the photo with the rug still in the green bag. By the way did you happen to notice I have a helper. Just so you know; worst helper every!!! It’s my sons new pup that I watch while they’re at work and he spent more time chasing the wrapper and ... continue reading...
How To Get Rid Of Tomato Hornworms Naturally
Ugh! It’s tomato hornworm season in the vegetable garden. I opened my mouth to soon, just yesterday I told hubby I hadn’t had any pest in the garden this year. Luckily I only found one tomato worm, that I could find anyway, and got right on picking it off and squashing it under my shoe. Hornworms are quite large and always startle me when I find one. They blend in perfectly with the plant and are sometimes hard to find. A good indication of where they are hiding is right above a pile of ... continue reading...
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