Looking back on these joyous moments has me feeling grateful for being surrounded by so much love and kindness. Our tradition of spending our day tree hunting with the Yoder family & going to lunch always kicks off the season just right! It was sunny, bright & beautiful. The crisp cold temps were in the…
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Ah, Autumn…
Explosive colors, long walks and taking in the crisp cool air… I was traveling for work a few months ago. I had the most incredible turkey jerk chili with one of my great friends and co-worker Jim. We both loved it and being major foodies we knew we could re-create this incredible dish. I also…
Falling into Autumn…
Pumpkins; all shapes, sizes and so colorful. We grew these all by seed. The long crazy cornstalk is also from our produce garden. I love all the imperfections and the rustic feeling. One of my favorite Lil pumpkins. One of the wild bunnies! You see them all over where we live. Homemade chicken noodle soup,…
Making Kimchi with kindness & love
Over this past summer we have enjoyed getting to know our new neighbors. We have exchanged veggies and also other garden needs. One day her granddaughter was walking by and I asked if her grandmother would be willing to share her kimchi recipe. She replied, well yes I believe she would. Within the hour they…
Back to school; a new tradition has begun
The boys were invited by my girlfriend Deanna to join in a new tradition the night prior to school starting. “A jump in the bay” to start off the new school year. Her two sons Mikey and Carter our great friends to Jaden and Bren. She was able to round up a few other friends…
Summer goodness: lunch-date and family fun-day
Lunch with these lovely ladies. My girlfriend Cynthia and her beautiful daughters. Cynthia and I have completely bonded over our love for produce gardens. I take in our time together and learn so much from her. Sometimes being spontaneous is some of the best adventures. Being a tourist and seeing the sights is always something…
My son Jaden’s first art gallery opening
Over the summer my son Jaden went to art school. Everyday he was full of excitement when he woke up. In his exact words “I wish this would never end” It was the perfect gift from grandma Susan. She is a artist so the gift came with not just love, but passion and a bond…
Saving The Season!
The summer has been nothing less than perfect in the northwest. Starting our produce garden this year was definitely the right thing to do. With the over abundance of produce I had to learn quickly the importance of “saving the season” Canning production has begun! One of the family favorites is slow roasted marinara sauce….
Touched by such kindness
What a wonderful surprise to receive such a thoughtful gift in the mail. My girlfriend Jen that I have know for many years…out of the blue sent me this amazing cookbook & loving card. She knew I would love it! Instantly, I was hooked and could not put it down. I have made a few…
Summertime goodness
Summertime in the northwest has been breathtaking. Sunshine, dusk not setting until after 9 and the sound of our birds chirping very early…I love the scent of grills going and finding a new joy daily when I visit our produce garden. Dinner revolves around what we have an abundance of and that is ripe, ready…
Belated Birthday Celebration
My son Jaden turned eleven on June 28th. I was at the end of our global sales conference and out of town for work. His actual birthday was celebrated with his grandma & poppi. A wonderful day at the zoo. He was on cloud nine! That evening spent at a friends birthday party. The following…
Fourth of July with fabulous friends
Our boys loved celebrating the Fourth of July the year before at home. Low key, our own fireworks and watching all the others go off from across the water. They had requested we do the same. Bren wanted to invite his best friend Zach. We decided to invite his family as they are great friends…
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