Monthly Archives: May 2013

Alliums For the Win!

Posted on May 28, 2013 by Shannon

Onions and garlic are the basis for nearly all of my cooking, whether it’s Asian, Italian, or generic “American.” From pasta sauces to curry, they are endlessly useful. Despite that, they’re surprisingly hard to find at the farmers’ market. I … Continue reading →

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My Bike-Free, Work-Free Bike to Work Day

Posted on May 23, 2013 by Shannon

I have a complicated relationship with biking to work. On one hand, I enjoy it, especially on late spring days like this past Friday. On the other hand, it’s 20 miles one way and takes me about two hours, almost … Continue reading →

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A Weed by Any Other Name

Posted on May 17, 2013 by Shannon

Most gardeners have heard the saying or perhaps dictionary definition, “A weed is just a plant growing where it isn’t wanted.” Except that isn’t quite true. It’s certainly true in the common usage of the term, but it’s false in … Continue reading →

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You Don’t Know What You’ve Got Till It’s Gone

Posted on May 7, 2013 by Shannon

I miss hills. That’s a sentence I never thought I’d write. But yet, there it is – I miss their challenge, the hard breathing, the adrenaline, the thrill when you reach the top. Admittedly, it’s not the hills themselves I … Continue reading →

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Growing in Hope

Posted on May 1, 2013 by Shannon

I’ve tried to establish a zen-like level of low expectations for my garden. Of course, I work hard and hope for it to be successful. But I’ve also come to realize that gardening has its risks, especially organic gardening. Sometimes … Continue reading →

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