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Age wise, lets just say that I remember WWII and the "war effort" that kept folks in our tiny community connected. My early childhood was spent living on my grandparents small farm that was worked by grandpa and his sturdy team of field horses. And, no, we

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Home & Garden > Home & Garden (Other) End-Of-Season Garden Recipes EZ On The Cook: 1 of 2
When frost threatens to wipe out our still thriving tomato stalks it is time to gather both the red and remaining green tomatoes and get busy cooking.I love RED fried tomatoes and this is an opportunity to serve up this delicious dish. It's quick. It's easy. It's a tasty treat.RED FRIED TOMATOESSlice tomatoes - thicker then y... More..
Hobbies & Games > Crafts (Other) Store reviews: A.C. Moore: 4 of 7
The room in which I am seated writing this article speaks for itself as to how much I treasure A.C. Moore. Framed paintings and pressed-flower art hang on my walls. Paintings done with oils came via a Bob Ross starter kit that I purchased from A.C. Moore. That was back a few years ago when I first took up painting as a hobby.... More..
Home & Garden > Gardening (Other) Planting to encourage butterflies: 4 of 6
Here are three basic steps to take into consideration when planting to encourage butterflies.Provide plants that will produce abundant food for them. Grow plants that provide places for them to lay eggs on. Provide plants for the chrysalis stage of development.Growing lots and lots of parsley will provide two of these needs. ... More..
Home & Garden > Weeds & Pests Weed free gardening: 4 of 6
Weed free gardening has become a cinch for us after discovering hardwood mulch. For years I'd tried using grass trimmings and/or heavy black landscape plastic to keep weeds down. Both will work, but each has its drawbacks. Grass trimmings must be thick enough to not allow any light to reach the soil. It's difficult to spread ... More..
Home & Garden > Home & Garden (Other) Raising chickens in your backyard: 20 of 23
Raising chickens in our backyard was a rewarding experience. Back when our children were still at home I purchased several day old chicks in early spring. The children shivered with excitement the day they arrived. Each of them helped to lift each tiny peeping mass of soft yellow fuzz from the box. Together we showed each of ... More..
Hobbies & Games > Crafts (Other) How to dry flowers: 14 of 14
Drying flowers is a pleasant and rewarding hobby. First, decide what it is you wish to create with your finished product. Then select the appropriate flowers. For instance, if it is a vase filled with Honesty (or sometimes known as Silver Dollars) they must be allowed to dry while still on the stalk. When completely dry, stem... More..
Home & Garden > Vegetables & Herbs Herbs: Growing tips and uses: 13 of 13
Herbs are fairly easy plants to grow. Except for very wet areas they are tolerant of a wide range of soil conditions. Some herbs require more moisture than others, however all herbs require a well drained soil. Most will need at least 4 to 6 hours of sunlight a day. Many herbs require very little space and need only moderate ... More..
Home & Garden > Vegetables & Herbs How to grow parsley: 10 of 10
There are basically two types of parsley grown here in the North Eastern United States. Which type you choose to grow in your garden is strictly dependent upon personal taste. I prefer the Curled Leaf type, mostly because it has been what I've grown used to. The Italian variety is equally good, however. Both are biennial herb... More..
Food & Drink > Fruit & Vegetable Recipes Recipes: Fried zucchini: 5 of 5
Fried zucchini is one of our favorite summer meals. I've tried various ways of preparing it through the years. This is the one that finally came out on top. Everyone who tries it says that it is "the best" fried zucchini they've ever tasted. Yet, it is quite simple and requires a minimal amount of ingredients. If you like fri... More..
Home & Garden > Gardening (Other) Choosing edible flowers: 3 of 3
Choosing Edible Flowers to decorate with is a natural way to add both a personal touch and colorful splendor to any event. Choose edible flowers to spark up meals, drinks, desserts, and more in exciting ways that will dazzle your family and guests. However, be sure to check from a reliable source which flowers are indeed edib... More..