Paprika is a spice that isn't used enough these days. In the mid-century decades, it was the go-to garnishment for your meals. Deviled Eggs without a sprinkle of the orange-red delight? What kind of heathen are you? Of course, back in the 1930s to 70s, it was cutting edge to use paprika. Food wasn't quite… Continue reading How To Grow And Make Paprika
Category: Homesteading
Developing A Kitchen Garden
This summer, as I worked on the patios around our house, I decided I wanted a kitchen garden—one close to the house, where I'd be more likely to come out and enjoy it and grab produce for dinner. When we moved here in 2018, I had a small kitchen garden, all in large pots, on… Continue reading Developing A Kitchen Garden
Removing Toxins: Nail Polish and Nail Polish Removers
When I was young, I was known for my natural nails (and I still can grow them!). Even in elementary school, I carried a real nail file in my backpack. I'd often be filing my nails in class. Being Gen X, no one blinked. My fundamental Christian parents didn't allow me to wear makeup, but… Continue reading Removing Toxins: Nail Polish and Nail Polish Removers
As Summer Slips Into Fall
Most years, I feel sad as we slip into September and see the harvest nearing its end. But this year, I am OK with it. I am 12 weeks post-injury on my arm and feeling glad I don't have to water anymore for the season. With school back in, my helpers haven't been helping the… Continue reading As Summer Slips Into Fall
Adding A Pop Up Greenhouse To The Patios
As we slip into September, I finished part of my current project: transforming the patios around the house into a kitchen garden. It's still an open goal, but every part I do gets me closer to doing it in full by next spring. This graph drives it home for me every time I look at… Continue reading Adding A Pop Up Greenhouse To The Patios