Tag Archives: gardening

Happy Acres Colors

Posted on April 17, 2011 by Lynda

Everything is really popping here. I took several pictures in the past week and before I’ve had time to post, everything has changed. Last year I posted an iris count. Not sure I’ll do that this year, but will show … Continue reading →

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Cherry Syrup and Soda

Posted on April 11, 2011 by Lynda

Last summer I made a batch of Blackberry syrup. My recipe is HERE. Hubby really loves it so I decided this year I’d make it earlier so he could enjoy it before summer even begins. So when I made it … Continue reading →

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WANTED: Deer Hunter

Posted on April 6, 2011 by Lynda

Yesterday, I walked around the yard checking out everything since the rain and I saw these tulips coming up. Then today, here is the same plant. We’re not happy campers around here. We’ve seen 12-14 at a time run through … Continue reading →

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It’s Spring for sure!

Posted on March 21, 2011 by Lynda

Well, it’s looking like it’s Spring here at Happy Acres. Yesterday, we opened up the porch to let the cats enjoy the warm temps. This not the official opening since I need to wash down the floor, clean the furniture … Continue reading →

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Garden Conferencing

Posted on March 7, 2011 by Lynda

Hubby and I took a trip to Warsaw, Indiana Friday to attend a Master Gardener’s conference. Now, Warsaw is six hours by car from our house (including a potty stop and quick picnic in the car) and usually I’m not … Continue reading →

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Sewing and Recycling

Posted on February 10, 2011 by Lynda

I’ve been doing a little sewing here at Happy Acres the past couple of weeks. I recycled some of my old material from my quilting days for these projects. We’ve been in dire need of some new potholders since the … Continue reading →

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Sunday Frosty Stroll

Posted on November 28, 2010 by Lynda

We woke up this morning to a blanket of frost. Although I’m not a big fan of winter, this morning reminded me of the beauty of this time of the year. I’m thankful for another day and for this season.

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Pumpkin Pie From The Garden

Posted on November 27, 2010 by Lynda

I’ve been making pumpkin pie for as long as I can remember. I used a pie pumpkin from the store years ago and it was awful. When Hubby decided to grow Long Neck Pumpkins for the pies, I wondered if … Continue reading →

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Our Sweet Juliet

Posted on July 28, 2010 by Lynda

I know. I just can’t stop singing her praises! After pouring my first cup of coffee yesterday, I got dressed (long pants, tshirt, sunhat and Off slathered all over my body) and went down to find our sweet Juliets. It … Continue reading →

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Cool Blackberry Pops

Posted on July 26, 2010 by Lynda

It sure has been hot here! I remember as a kid, we just loved to hear that guy peddling the bicycle with a refrigerated case on the front yelling, “Popsicle Man.” I’d run inside and ask mom for a few … Continue reading →

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