i picked up some field peas at the farmers market this week. i tossed them with some olive oil, end of the season peppers, garlic, and onions. a perfect summer side.
the green window
in the country
one thing that has struck me in the idea shack this past year is the wonder of the green window. the idea shack is basically dark brown inside because of all the old wood. in summer the pokeweed and morning glories grow right outside the windows. when the sun shines through the leaves, it makes a glowing chartreuse rectangle framed by warm dark brown wood. i find myself staring at this wonderful color and the patterns of the leaves, studying the exuberance and chaos on the other side of the glass. i marvel at the life pressing in on my ordered, quiet world.
tiny farm
homes and habitats
i am always amazed…and inspired by how much food can be grown on a small plot of land. recently i visited my friends maggie an lacy out at their farm that they appropriately call tiny farm. they have 2 garden sized plots of land where they grow food for their 11 person CSA and local restaurants. every tuesday volunteers come out to help and be involved with the growing of their food. take a peek at what i saw!
visit thier blog here for farm news and recipes and be sure to check out the weekly comic by member eleanor davis.
