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Very Pretty Things commented on KatnAnna's photo '100_1911'

Can someone please give the name of this couple who raise sheep? I want to purchase some leg of lamb from them. Thanks! Susan mrsfish94@gmail.com

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Very Pretty Things commented on KatnAnna's video 'Athena's Olive Oils'

Very Cool video!

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I'm posting about my adventure in starting veggies from seed, in my blog space here on this site. Please feel free check it out and ask questions. Have a great planting season! Susan

February 28

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Where do you live your healthy lifestyle?: Modesto

Share your passion!: Eating the wholesome foods like my family used to grow on our dairy farm

Share your business name!: Very Pretty Things

share your website!: http://http://www.veryprettythings.etsy.com

Hi Everyone! I am so happy to have found a place where I can get back to where I came from. My parents used to own a Dairy farm in Turlock. I am a Portuguese (Azores) Dairyman's daughter. Yes, I am very...ok...a little proud of that. LOL! I have for several years, tried to get back to growing the large garden (like my grandfather grew) in my small backyard. I miss being on the farm...feeding the pigs...collecting the eggs...and growing the veggies. I hope by being a part of this community, I can muster up the courage to move back to the country.

Even if I don't....I'll live vicariously through you.

Thanks for letting me part of this wonderful group.
Susan

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I've some new photos to post

But I don't have them downloaded yet! Sorry, didn't mean to tease ya.

I just wanted you to know I am still with you...just need to get homeschooling done before I post more.

Posted on March 9, 2009 at 1:51pm —

Hello Everyone!!!

I finally got a new computer! Ok so here is what I have done in the garden over the last month.

Rototilled the garden area. Only half was with my rototiller...because it broke. The other half I had to do by hand...Yes I've got blisters and sore hands. But I did it!!!! I started peas, tomatoes, cucumbers, lettuce, broccoli, some flowers and basil. The peas and broccoli have sprouted and are in the ground. I haven't gotten the tomatoes to sprout yet...maybe I need to move the greenhouse...not sur… Continue

Posted on February 28, 2009 at 9:40am — 2 Comments

Forgive me for not posting!

I have a sick computer. Therefore, I am unable to get on the computer for too long. I just wanted you all to know I haven't forgotten.

I set up our greenhouse last week and I do have photos of that. I also started some seed (broccoli, tomatoes, peas) and I will start some more in the next week.

We are getting our new computer in about 2 weeks. I will do a recap of what I have done ( with pictures) at that time. I just can't wait!!!

Hang in there!

Susan

Posted on February 12, 2009 at 3:37pm —

I know....I'm two weeks late in posting!

Well, I have sat down to type this out about 5 times....and then life happens. So here goes!

Below are pictures of my current garden. There are only three things growing. Swiss Chard, Brussels Sprouts and Celery. I planted the last two on Jan 2nd. And they have had some growth...not much though. I also planted my green pea seeds on that day. Little did I realize that the temp would not yet stay above 40 degrees. So, I might have to try planting again in two weeks. The weather has been so GREAT… Continue

Posted on January 16, 2009 at 5:21pm — 2 Comments

Creating a Veggie Garden plan

It's that time again! I usually start getting my thoughts together for my veggie garden.

I read an article recently about only using "untreated Heirloom" seeds, especially when growing corn. :Toxic pollen from genetically-modified corn is killing the monarch butterflies. Greenpeace reports that tests done on rats fed with genetically engineered corn proved the feed to be toxic to the rat's liver and kidneys". I wonder what it is doing to ours? I also read that the FDA says that 40% of… Continue

Posted on December 29, 2008 at 2:00pm — 1 Comment

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At 2:35pm on September 23, 2008, Very Pretty Things said…: Well, thank you. I just might come. I'm not sure what to bring...LOL!
Thanks again!

At 1:32pm on September 23, 2008, KatnAnna said…: Welcome Susan,
You can not only live vicariously through us you can meet us at our Fall Gathering, October 11th and share food and farm stories...thanks for joining us!!

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Free Viewing of Food, Inc. in Atwater

The Merced County Chapter of the Weston A. Price Foundation will host a viewing of Food, Inc. (http://www.foodincmovie.com/) When: Saturday Nov. 14th at 3pm Where: St. Anthony's Church Rectory in Atwater (the house directly behind the church). em...

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KatnAnna commented on KatnAnna's photo '100_1911'

Hi Susan, This Robert and Emily Lindsey from Sorensen's All Natural Sheep, they are located in Merced and their website with contact info is http://www.allnaturalsheep.com. Tell them Anna sent you!

November 7

Very Pretty Things commented on KatnAnna's photo '100_1911'

Can someone please give the name of this couple who raise sheep? I want to purchase some leg of lamb from them. Thanks! Susan mrsfish94@gmail.com

November 7

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Slow Food Membership

If anyone is interested in becoming a member, you can sign up for any donation you make to Slow Food. This offer ends on Oct. 15th. Sign up here: https://org2.democracyinaction.org/o/5986/t/6238/shop/custom.jsp?donate_page_KEY=1166 Visit http://w...

October 13

Marie replied to Cindy Wathen's discussion 'Looking for 100% Pasture Organic Local Milk'

Cindy, Since you aren't into raw milk, which is what I drink (Claravale) have you tried Clover Milk? Here is a link to their website: http://www.cloverstornetta.com/McClure_Dairy_Story.asp I believe you can purchase it from Whole Foods. FYI: Orga...

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Tim Bryan replied to Tim Bryan's discussion 'Learn to BBQ Green'

Any food cooked while camping seems to taste better!

September 11

Cena Dunfee replied to Tim Bryan's discussion 'Learn to BBQ Green'

Like what? I know when we go camping we burn wood, then when it's glowing red and not flaming anymore, we grill steaks over it. Yum.

September 11

Cena Dunfee replied to Rose Wickler's discussion 'What are you going to grow for fall/winter?'

My winter garden is usually better than my summer garden. In the summer it's too hot to go out and weed! It's buggy out there, and I have gophers. So I only have a so-so summer garden, but my winter garden is better. I'm planting NOW (early Sept)...

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Cena Dunfee replied to Rose Wickler's discussion 'What are you going to grow for fall/winter?'

That's a great box, did you have plastic or glass over it in the coldest months? Or was it open all winter?

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