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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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The Mysteries of Seed Starting

Posted on March 26, 2013 by Shannon

There’s something magical about starting seeds. You begin with a tiny wisp of a thing, enclosed in its little shell, push it into damp soil, and wait. Perhaps it grows, perhaps it doesn’t. Even if you understand the science far … Continue reading →

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What Tomatoes Can Teach Us about Occupy Wall Street

Posted on November 21, 2011 by Shannon

This summer, my garden produced far more than I knew what to do with at times. This isn’t an uncommon phenomena for home gardeners – there’s a reason jokes about people leaving baskets of zucchini on their neighbor’s doorsteps exist. … Continue reading →

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A brief neighborhood interlude

Posted on August 25, 2011 by Shannon

This was an actual conversation that just occurred in my yard with one of the neighborhood kids. He was probably 10 or 11. Bunch of kids riding on bicycles: F***, b*****, you (incomprehensible swearing) Me: Hey guys, could you stop … Continue reading →

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Attack of the Killer Tomatoes

Posted on August 7, 2011 by Shannon

When I started a garden, I never anticipated growing … monsters. They started off so innocently. Just little baby sprouts, growing in our guest bedroom, so weak that a spray from the water bottle nearly knocked them over. When I … Continue reading →

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