2ofUs, turnips are cooked pretty much like potatoes. Peeling and quartering turnips, then putting in a shallow baking dish and sprinkling with...
My husband is also retired, and is a great help in the garden under supervision. He tills, he spreads mulch (but only on the paths), and he helps...
Syd, those moor hens are lovely--we have nothing like that here. Your photos are really very good, and I'm enjoying each and every one.
Good morning! Today is the day we set up the seed starting shelves in the guest bedroom and I have 100 lbs. of chicken feed to unload from the...
I'd never thought of frying them like potatoes--I'll try that soon. I'm with you Mart--if I can grow it, I'll eat it! We like them quartered,...
Netty, Sojerd grows and loves leeks. Perhaps he'll suggest a recipe. Those do look great--I'll check my cookbooks (I know I have a recipe for...
Kay, you are absolutely right--longhorns are so mellow. They rarely cause any problem, and are easy-keepers (they eat most anything and aren't...
Donna, when mama has a six-foot horn span, you give her and her baby anything they want!
Dilemma has been busy growing--she's almost as big as her mama. [img] Dilemma has grown ( photo / image / picture from marlingardener's Garden )...
Oh, wishing you a very Happy Birthday! May your day live up to your posting name, and be a real song of joy.
Everyone near here who has a small dog knows to accompany it on its evening rounds. Coyotes don't discriminate against Chihuahuas, Yorkies, etc....
Frank, the first thing I did after getting back from the barn was turn on the computer and check for a message from you. Such good news! I'm so...
This morning on my way to the barn I saw a mature rabbit leave our flower bed and run across the front lawn. There is something so utterly joyful...
Frank, here in Texas we are thinking of you, your family, the sheep, and all of Ireland that is undergoing this horrific weather. Keep safe--you...
Overcast skies, cold, and I'm holing up in the kitchen with classical music on the CD player and baking breads and a custard pie. Please let it...
Syd, I am so impressed with your photos of birds. Have you considered mounting a display of them at a local library or community center? I'm...
I think I remember seeing the photo of the mess they made of your pots, etc. in that back building. No wonder you aren't a big fan of the little...
Invite those nice folks more often! If they want to come to Texas, I'll cook. Lovely roses, and at this time of year, doubly appreciated. You...
Buddy is certainly living up to his name! Nyla will come around, especially when Reuben learns to pet her.
My itch is soon to be scratched! The shelving, lights, and trays come in from the barn this weekend and I'll set up my starting area in the guest...
