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So clean

I know these came out of the ground, I mean, I dug them out myself, but they are so pretty and clean! I don’t think I’ve ever seen potatoes that clean.

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That’s not a wall ornament

He sits up there mocking me. A new round of pests has popped up to replace the previously eliminated group. No good. No, no good.

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Starting to roll in

Squash. I love them and they produce. It’s a great combination. I’ve had squash with breakfast the last three days. Sliced up and lightly pan fried, this morning with a little soy sauce. Then two backyard fried eggs over the … Continue reading

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A functional and beautiful design

The flowers are out in their full glory in the morning. The squash and zucchini are growing and all is well. It’s amazing to watch the plants though. In the morning the leaves pull back and upward to expose the … Continue reading

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They are impressive

We usually get the RI Reds for our laying hens but this year, when I went to buy chicks, I couldn’t find any. Instead I picked up some Black Australorps and some Leghorns. I have to say that they are … Continue reading

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