Composting is all about taking what came from the Earth and putting it right back into the Earth, hopefully in a way that will benefit other plants. Gardening is a great way to use up all the compost that you create, and it is the best way to feed the soil that you will be growing in. Whether you are vegetable or flower gardening, compost is always a great soil addition and the best thing you can do for your plants. [Tweet "Composting 101: learn The Best Thing for Your Plants."] If you are … [Read more...]
Skinny Pesto Pasta: An Easy WW Recipe
I am still tracking my points with Weight Watchers. I love it. Really, despite the complaints I might have on any given day - I really love it. I am losing weight. I am close to my 10% weight loss which will get me a key chain! Have you tried Weight Watchers before? If so, how did you do on it? One recipe I love to make is a Skinny Pesto Pasta. I make this recipe pretty regularly. It's easy, fast, and delicious. That's my favorite kind of recipe. I don't have time to make two difficult meals … [Read more...]
Garden Tomatoes
I bought three garden tomato plants at Costco this year. Reminder to self: don't buy tomato plants any more! With our busy schedule and uncertain summer sunshine we don't need to be growing our own tomatoes. For the price I paid on the plants, I could have bought tomatoes at the local organic farm 2 miles down the road. The only tomatoes that are growing well seem to be these little guys: I do admit - they are quite tasty. I will have to post my favorite simple pesto recipe with … [Read more...]
