Attila is hard on clothes. He is a very physical person, in that he moves all of the time, even when he is asleep. His trousers take a real beating. Yesterday we discussed what would happen when he is called back to work, which is terrifying because we are both in high-risk-for-complications categories. In the… Continue reading Mending
Month: April 2020
Sunny and Warm
We have just had a lovely day! The weather was sunny, the temperature was a warmish 14C, the breeze was light and delightful. Attila spent his day in the garden, preparing the soil for planting. This year he is expanding the garden, as he has time for such a project. Our hopes are high for… Continue reading Sunny and Warm
Grocery Whinge
Being in the high-risk-for-complications category in this pandemic, we have been doing the online shopping thing. Our area has no grocery store delivery to home or vehicle, but they do offer grocery store pick up. It is very popular, and to get a slot I have to get up very early in the morning, as… Continue reading Grocery Whinge
Vegetable Madness
We can produce vegetables here at Mist Cottage, so going forward the focus for our diet will be on what we have access to, vegetables. Today’s project consisted of tweaking my very own recipe for Squash Sauce Maggie’s Own. The day before yesterday I canned Coleslaw, which uses cabbage, carrots, onions, and red pepper. All… Continue reading Vegetable Madness
Canned Coleslaw and a Bit of Advice
At our house, the lastest thing since sliced bread is canned coleslaw. Wow! Attila chopped the vegetables, and I took care of everything else from there. Canning projects are so easy with two people, not only does the job go quicker and easier, but there is also a sense of connection in sharing the tasks,… Continue reading Canned Coleslaw and a Bit of Advice