Monthly Archives: August 2009

Flock integration and deli style pickles

Posted on August 16, 2009 by Sandy

  Last spring, we bought four new baby chicks (three Golden Sex Links and one Golden Laced Wyandotte). The baby chicks have grown quickly and it’s about time that we integrate them into our existing flock of five hens. Integrations can … Continue reading →

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More canning, beans and pickles

Posted on August 2, 2009 by Sandy

It has been a busy weekend! In addition to the spiced plum jam I made on Saturday, I took on two more canning projects this weekend: beans and cucumbers. Everything in the garden seems to be maturing (and require attention) at once.  The … Continue reading →

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Quite a year for plums and Ebony becomes Broody

Posted on August 1, 2009 by Sandy

It has been quite a year for plums, at least for the Shiros. Our Shiro plum tree is consistently the best fruiting tree in our orchard.  I picked a very full basket of plums this morning (easily 10 lbs of plums) and … Continue reading →

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