Leftover Thanksgiving Turkey Soup

I love leftover turkey almost as much as I enjoy the Thanksgiving meal. Unfortunately this year we won’t have any leftover turkey since we’re spending the holiday with my brother in law and his family . However this is one of my favorite recipes, it’s adapted from a recipe I found on the TasteOfHome.com website andContinue reading “Leftover Thanksgiving Turkey Soup”

Garden’s Put To Bed – Now What?

Much as I enjoy the busy summer season and working in the garden every day I also enjoy the quieter days of winter when things slow down just a bit! But what does a gardener do after the garden’s been put to bed? One of my favorite pastimes is looking at the garden catalogs andContinue reading “Garden’s Put To Bed – Now What?”

On The Home Front Master Tonic

During the winter months when there is so much flu going around we try to take all precautions to stay healthy. When my son was younger he would usually be the one to catch whatever flu bug was going around. A friend of mine shared this recipe for The Master Tonic and once we startedContinue reading “On The Home Front Master Tonic”

November in Vermont

November in Vermont is what my husband refers to as stick season! The colorful leaves have fallen and usually the ground is not white yet. I still find beauty in the trees that surround us. The wood is stacked and ready to keep us warm all winter. The honey bees have taken every last bitContinue reading “November in Vermont”

Countdown to Christmas

Each year Christmas comes on the same day. Despite the fact that I’m an organized person it never feels like I have enough time to get ready! All of a sudden I’m realizing that I have to have things packed and ready to ship in a matter of weeks! Having all of our children onContinue reading “Countdown to Christmas”

Ready For Old Man Winter?

We’ve all heard the weather predictions for a cold winter, at least here in the northeast. Are you ready for Old Man Winter? Wintertime can mean ice, snow and perhaps a few snow days where everyone is home. Are you ready? First take a look at the outside of your house. Make sure it isContinue reading “Ready For Old Man Winter?”

What Bargains Can You Find in November?

I’m always looking for a bargain no matter what time of year it is. As we head towards Christmas I’m always on the lookout for ideas for inexpensive gifts. I love homemade gifts but it’s not always an option to make everyone a gift! There are so many good sales going on right now everythingContinue reading “What Bargains Can You Find in November?”

Update On Our Water Test Results

Several weeks ago I told you about having our water tested. In Vermont they suggest testing your well water every 1-5 years. We’ve lived in our home for 17 years and the water hasn’t been tested since the well was drilled 18 years ago! We figured it was about time. My husband is a homeContinue reading “Update On Our Water Test Results”

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