Author Archives: Ann Lovejoy

Homemade Gifts From The Garden

Simple, Inexpensive And Beautiful Holiday Gifts Holidays can be delightful, and they can also feel a bit high-pressured these days. My family has pledged not to exchange anything store-bought this year (and some have asked not to exchange anything at … Continue reading

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A Peck Of Peppers

Home Grown & Dried Peppers My brother in Texas just sent me a glorious box of home grown chile peppers. Every year, he and his wife grow and dry a wide variety of hot peppers to use in all manner … Continue reading

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Aftermath Meals

Many Happy Returns Of The Holiday Last year, Thanksgiving was a true challenge. We were out of power for days, and an ice storm brought down huge trees, closed roads, and made walking a potential disaster. This year, all was … Continue reading

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A Home Grown Thanksgiving

Super Sides For A Crowd Thanksgiving is often a time of excess, but this year, it feels more appropriate to focus on thanks and giving. It’s also a fine time to explore new ways to celebrate abundance, such as volunteering … Continue reading

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