Hard to believe another summer is almost gone… We’re ready when you are, Fall.

I recently put some of the responsibility of school in The Boy’s hands.  Inspired by The Bird’s morning list for her girls, I made a list for The Boy to check off through his school day.  It is working! The best part is, once it’s done, it’s DONE!  Monday, we had one of our best […]

Our poor summer garden.  Almost a complete failure except for basil and peppers.  Everything grew, but suffered blossom drop from the heat. This ugly tomato was only one of two that we harvested.  Too much rain caused it to crack!  But it tasted good nonetheless, and I suppose that’s what matters. I’m looking forward to […]

Have I mentioned that I hate summer? Okay, maybe not hate, but I don’t love it in the way that Northerners do.  Every summer I “think” things will be one way (fun and carefree, full of the beach, running around barefoot, and making lots of jam) but the reality of summer in Florida is that […]