In the garden: we've been picking lettuce, onions, chard, strawberries, garlic, cilantro, parsley, potatoes, peas, radishes, spinach, carrots, even a few cherry tomatoes that have actually survived in our hot house. Even the littles have been a huge help in hauling in all of the goodies found there. I've begun planting our fall garden of parsnips, turnips, more lettuce, spinach, carrots and maybe some cauliflower. . . only because last year we harvested our brocolli well into December. I've tried something new this year for preserving my herbs - freezing them into small individual rolls as well as dehydrating them. This works so much better than hanging them to air dry - plus it helps retain color and smell of the herb.
In the kitchen: I've been experimenting with many new recipes, such as Carrot Zucchini Soup and the latest pinterest pick we tried was Watermelon Slushies - WOW - so yummy! How many pinterest picks have you tried lately? I made my first batch of soap - shampoo bars. . and I'm patiently waiting until next month when I can test it out.
From the homestead: Our two nubian goats, Milkdud and Skittles are thriving, coming up on 2 months old. Anne and I still take turns bottle feeding them. I love the way that they give goat kisses everytime they are excited to see one of us.
On the fun side: we went camping last month. Even though we were only about 2 hours away from home, the weather was warm, sunny and so beautiful. The kids swam all day in the lake and enjoyed the house boat and paddle boat. Smores and roasting marshmellows later in the evening were also a must for our happy campers.
What is happening at your homestead?
Blessings,
Michelle
1 comment:
Wow! Your garden looks amazing!! I didn't put anything in this yar since we've been gone so much.mi hope to have at least a small garden next year. I'm looking forward to seeing you on Fridays again!
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