I have exciting news, the Waldos are making plans for the summer. My family has made a commitment to join me in blogging. In addition, we are going to start vlogging together. After receiving many questions about our farm projects, we thought creating a YouTube channel would be a great way to share and log … More Launching Our Family YouTube Channel
Everything that slows us down and forces patience, everything that sets us back into the slow circles of nature, is a help. Gardening is an instrument of grace. — May Sarton Did someone say spring fever? Yes, I am feeling anxious for summer. Even though I try to be the kind of person who views … More ASIAN INFUSED SALAD WITH CHILI LIME DRESSING
“Good, old-fashioned ways keep hearts sweet, heads sane, hands busy.” ―Louise May Alcott It is true that I shocked a lot of people a few years ago when I made a major lifestyle switch. A new name. Step kids. Yet, the most shocking revelation to many was that I made residence on a farm. When … More The Sweet Spot
“I don’t know what rituals my kids will carry into adulthood, whether they’ll grow up attached to homemade pizza on Friday nights, or the scent of peppers roasting over a fire, or what. I do know that flavors work their own ways under the skin, into the heart of longing. Where my kids are concerned … More Our Story
“I remember my childhood names for grasses and secret flowers. I remember where a toad may live and what time the birds awaken in the summer — and what trees and seasons smelled like…” -John Steinbeck, East of Eden While I do not enjoy saying goodbye to summer, I love the feeling of transition that … More Cilantro & Lime Infused Shrimp Tacos with Crunchy Cabbage
Produce with Amy 