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Comments (56)Bridgewood has become my go-to hosta seller. If I'm not picking something up in the neighborhood swap, I go to Bridgewood (which is close enough to my home and zone). I got an email last week that 2015 spring shipping is starting (to points south of me). The 'ugly plant sale' always has something I can't live without. I also like that he deliberately sells 1 eye plants; I use to infill my hosta plots....See MoreFinal Kitchen Reveal - Thank you GW!(lots of pictures!)
Comments (119)Hello. I know I'm coming to your kitchen party late, but your kitchen is very close to what I am thinking of installing. Maybe you can answer a few questions? I have almost settled on the Cambria Buckingham, but I am worried it will make the kitchen too dark. I am having cabinets made, the stain will be very similar to the cabinets you installed. My floor is a white/off white porcelain tile (existing). I don't have can lights, only pendants over the islad, sitchen sink and light from west facing windows. I would love to know how you feel about your backsplash a many years later? I am thinking of using a plain subway tile, but worried it is too plain for the gorgeous Cambria. Thanks for any help you can throw my way!...See MoreOT: For apple-lovers! Antique/heritage apples from our trip yesterday
Comments (25)Rosefolly, Ashmead's Kernel is one of my absolute favorites! If I were to grow only one apple tree, it would probably be it. Well, maybe Esopus Spitzenburg too... Of those you mention, Empire apples can often be found in grocery stores here, indeed probably because it's from NY state. I have never heard of Cinnamon Spice either. It's difficult to resist apples with such names. This year one of the highlights was when we saw for the first time Black Gilliflower, nicknamed 'Sheep Nose' (a very old variety from Connecticut, 1700s). We were twisting our heads and looking at all angles to see if any looked like it, and lo' and behold quite a few had the shape of a sheep's head from profile view. It gave me a chuckle. I picked a couple but haven't yet tried them, they still need to ripen a bit. Chris, I've looked up your two apples and they do indeed look similar, but both must be very delicious. Ha, just this morning I made applesauce! The best advice I got about making it, and incidentally it's from the good people at this orchard, is to mix several different varieties, tart and sweet. And I also love how the kitchen then smells, ... autumn is here. gdinieontario, I'm glad about you found Akane and many thanks for mentioning this orchard. It looks like a nice place to visit when in Ontario. Summers, I also like looking at online recipes. They have the advantage of readers' comments, truly tried & tested. And valuable especially when more than one person make similar suggestions for altering the recipe. Perma, I'll mention this book to the orchard owner because, as a family-owned farm with more than 300 varieties, they are not entirely organic but do try to reduce chemicals and use integrated pest management. Thank you....See MoreAnother question....what is your grocery budget
Comments (54)I tried to "budget" for certain things decades ago but found it really wasn't practical. Even being single I would buy, for instance, a case of toilet paper and paper towels when Target had them on sale. At the time it was much cheaper. I discovered quickly that keeping track of your spending would let you build a price book and LEARN what are good prices. Saving 10¢ on an item you buy once a year isn't significant, especially if you have to waste time/mileage to go get it. I know what's a good price and use that as a guide when shopping. When a local butcher shop has their meat sales, and things are a good price, especially for their superior quality, I'll stock up a bit. That would blow a budget. But then it would save for a while after which more than makes up for it. I'd suggest a price book or at least learn prices on things you buy frequently. Beware that the "club" stores do NOT mean the best prices. "Sales" do not mean the best prices. I shop clearance things frequently. That has the potential to be a savings but isn't always the best either. Stores like Aldi can save quite a bit, again, you need to know your prices. Even non-conventional places, DIY stores, dollar stores, can give some savings if you know your prices. Setting up the price book, logging receipts and looking at sale flyers and comparing them showed me that knowledge is power in saving money. Coupons? I don't use them very often. Too much time, too much effort and not worth the hassle. I'm not very brand-loyal on most things. THAT in itself will result in a big saving....See MoreLars
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