Author: Maggie Turner

It wasn’t my favourite way to get out of bed in the morning. I felt something crawling on my arm, then my hand. Instantly awake, and somewhat alarmed, I smacked my hand with my other hand, and held it, while rising from the bed and heading for the bathroom. I released my hand over the… Continue reading Morning Visitor

The garden is flourishing. Even though it has been dry, Attila has been watering everything diligently. The heat wave started here over the course of the night. When I arose at 6:15 am, the thermometer on the back porch read 27C, the sun was still behind the clouds. It is over 30C now. I am… Continue reading Peonies and Roses

With all this dietary assessment and experimentation, it is often the case that reaching for a measuring spoon is a disappointing experience. So whatever the project, it is paused while I wash and dry the necessary measurement equipment. A desire for additional measuring equipment was expressed, particularly tablespoons, the most frequently used spoon. Amazon revealed… Continue reading Tablespoon Tycoons

The weather is hot and humid today, and predicted to become hotter as the week progresses. Not my favourite kind of weather, but the garden thinks it is marvellous. This morning Attila brought in a small plate of garden edible pod peas, which I enjoyed raw with my breakfast. I am delighted that the season… Continue reading Home Bodies

Attila is planting the last of his starts today and tomorrow. The weather has turned hot. The peppers, they love the heat, are the last starts to go into the ground. I’ve been busy baking bread today. Since the fresh garden produce has started coming in from the yard, meals are taking a lot more… Continue reading What I Eat