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Since the theme this week is still “Tie One On” for the “Farm Girl Blog-a-Thon” I thought I’d post a photo of another apron favorite. This one belonged to my mother-in-law (or one of her aunts). I wore it to our Tree Trimming party. Garden Goose is keeping track of the Farmgirls who are participatingContinue reading “Accessorize With Aprons”

I learned about a “Farm Girl Blog-A-Thon!” in progress through May 7. This week’s theme is “Tie One On” to celebrate the utility and art of the apron. Love it. I also liked this rundown of what it means to be a Farmgirl. My answers are in all caps. From Garden Goose: Do you loveContinue reading “Tying One On at the Farmgirl Blog-A-Thon”

Hoosier Outsider has always dreamed of working a real live tractor. And he got his wish this weekend, thanks to a buddy who’s been guiding him along in all things small farm lately. No word on what he’s learned, though I hear there’s been some changes in the old orchard. And I hear that theContinue reading “Dream Come True”

The crocus is coming up, close to bloom in the backyard. We have a Mourning Dove in our balcony nest and the tulips are pushing through the dirt. [Still no sign that any birds have settled into the nesting boxes that Hoosier Outsider made for the kids to assemble, but it’s early yet.] So whileContinue reading “Finally…Spring!”

I learn something new about my spouse almost every day. I’m amazed that’s true even after 10 years. On Sunday, I learned that the iFarmer doesn’t like Tilapia. He’s made no mention of that a number of times that I’ve purchased it as we try to add more fish into our diets. But when IContinue reading “Aqua-Basil to Die For”

Thanks to DVR we got to catch up on two nights of American Idol, sans commercials tonight. I’ll say it again, David Cook rocks. His original arrangement of Dolly Parton’s “Little Sparrow” was outstanding. That boy gives me chills. What the heck was Michael Johns doing wearing an ascot? I agree with Paula that heContinue reading “Idol Goes Dollywood”

I love contests and lists…so one that focuses on sustainability is a shoo in for a favorite. Check out this Geotourism Challenge. There’s a great interactive map and you can browse eco-friendly nominees from all over the world. The challenge, sponsored by National Geographic, is a search for tourism innovations that “sustain, enhance and preserveContinue reading “What's Your Favorite "Green" Destination?”

It’s not that the iFarmer has to drag me to church on Sundays, but today I can say I was pretty eager to go. Sadly it wasn’t because of Pastor Kersten’s timely “low Sunday” sermon about Doubting Thomas. No, today Grace hosted a Winter Farmers Market! I tried my best to pay attention and beContinue reading “Feeding the Soul and Tummy this Sunday”

Interesting reading in the Chronicle-Tribune today about Van Buren-area Farmgirl Kris Goff, who moved back to the area with her husband, in part, to raise a family and to breed and sell swine. Farmgirl Kris works for Purdue Extension and is active with 4-H clubs. “I enjoy the people I work with, especially the kids,Continue reading “Will Ethanol Demand Edge Out Small Farmers as Feed Prices Rise?”

I trekked out tonight in the sleet and snow…yes…it’s still snowing in Chicago. I was on the hunt for some Milk & Honey granola at Whole Foods. But no such luck. I bought a bulk granola instead to make my own parfaits. I have some good Mexican strawberries that I need to use up. Anywho,Continue reading “Cherry & Peach Salsa? Sounds Pretty Good”