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Fall Fun in the Pumpkin Patch
It’s the time of year that frost sinks deeper into the ground and parents are looking for Halloween costumes that fit over snowsuits. ‘Tis also the season for carving fall pumpkins.
On a crisp Saturday I brought bright orange pumpkins … Read the rest
Read MoreFair Bids Farewell to Summer
When I came to work Monday morning, my coworker – who is normally a jocular fellow – growled about his weekend.
“I’m going to make a video of why I hate going to the fair,” he grumbled, “so that next … Read the rest
Read MoreThe Joys of Rhubarb
It’s been said that anyone can grow rhubarb, and to be careful where you place the plant since it grows prolifically and lives for a long time. I remember pulling stalks of rhubarb from the garden as a kid. Mom … Read the rest
Read MoreJuly 2011 Llama Drama and Other Hazards of the Trail
On a cool June day, horses and their owners gathered to test their trail savvy at the third annual Extreme Trail Challenge in Peters Creek. No one knew what the bonus challenge would be, but for twenty bucks, riders could … Read the rest
Read MoreApril 2011 Break-up and Other Signs of Spring
April is that tantalizing month when the days grow longer and the sun’s warmth starts seeping into our bones again. The scent of dirt sends gardeners scurrying for potting soil and seeds. Bits of green grass start pushing their way … Read the rest
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