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Unconventional Thanksgiving Traditions
Thanksgiving is a time-honored American tradition where families gather around the dinner table to express gratitude and share a hearty meal. While the turkey, stuffing, and pumpkin pie often take ... Read More
From Loss, to the Promise of New Beginnings
As the crisp, autumn breeze swirled through my garden, I found myself faced with the bittersweet task of clearing out the remnants of summer. I stood there, gazing at what ... Read More
Gathering grapefruits and gathering memories
For the past 5 years, my mother and I have been driving my grandmother to Florida each November. We stay for a week or so to get her all settled ... Read More
The Joy of Indeterminate Cherry Tomatoes
Today's story reminds me of one cherry-tomato-heavy Summer: the indeterminate cherry tomatoes just wouldn't die. I had never seen anything like it. The cherry tomatoes were practically begging to be picked, ... Read More
The tooth fairy is a fruitarian
Ah, the tooth fairy, that mystical creature who turns lost baby teeth into a currency exchange game. Most of my childhood friends would excitedly find a nickel or a shiny ... Read More
Saving a Neglected Garden
When my friend got ill, it was difficult for her to watch the garden die. She had worked so hard on it for a decade, and now, it was a ... Read More
How to Stop Fungus Gnats in Indoor Gardens
One of the most significant issues with fungus gnats is that by the time they're flying around and annoying you, they're already a major problem for your plants. That's why ... Read More
Human Pollinators and Their Handy Toothbrushes
I remember the day I learned how to be a human pollinator and pollinate flowers with a toothbrush. It was a hot, June day and I was eager to learn ... Read More
Are Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes, and Yams Related?
Ah, the holidays, a time when families come together, and tables groan under the weight of delectable dishes. I can vividly recall one particular holiday feast as if it happened ... Read More
Tomatoes: The Fruits of Our Labor
Ah, tomatoes. The plump, juicy orbs of summertime. The base of every good marinara sauce. The bane of every green thumb's existence. But where did these delicious fruits come from? ... Read More
