Category Archives: Gardening

What The Critters Left Me (Not Much!)

Posted on September 24, 2011 by Julie

The Red House survived the hurricane although we did have water pouring into our basement.  Luckily, once Lynn managed to get the sump pump working, we got some, but not all of the water out.  This will definitely have to … Continue reading →

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The Bounty of the Garden: Real Eggplant Parm

Posted on August 20, 2011 by Julie

Ok, I get to brag a little here.  The garden at the Red House has managed to produce a record number of squash (both green and yellow), red onions, leeks, cucumbers and absolutely gorgeous eggplant. The eggplant threw me only … Continue reading →

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The Boys Are Back: I Cook

Posted on July 15, 2011 by Julie

Well, even though I’ve definitely been enjoying my time up at the Red House by not having to cook 3 squares a day to feed the family, by the end of the week I realize (sigh) that while I wasn’t … Continue reading →

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The Bounty of the Garden

Posted on July 14, 2011 by Julie

So far it seems the meadow that used to be an old potato field still has a lot to offer.  When you look at the soil, it’s dark and rich and tills up quite nicely, unlike our suburban garden that’s … Continue reading →

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