Pickling Peppers and Pesto

One of the ways that I am fostering contentment is by doing things that give me a more settled in, homey feel to life. My August goals of decluttering, organizing and setting up a guest bedroom have gone a long way to making both Bill and I happier here in this house. I often wander … Read more

Gardening Success Stories

In light of yesterday’s post of Tossed Salad gardening catastrophe, I thought I’d share a couple of successes. A month ago I cut the snapdragons back, snipping off the old ends, thinning out a bit, and then the monsoon rains have watered them well. I now have snapdragons to use for cut flowers indoors again! … Read more