Garden Snacks & Lawn Care Chores
Weather conditions have been a bit mixed this week, except for the humidity! It always seems to be humid. I’ve been enjoying my early morning and evening strolls in the gardens–with the shop dogs loping by my side.
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Downpours During Harvest Time
Remember when I was dancing at the prospect of rain? Well, you might have noticed we got some! My gardens underwent significant downpours, but the wind caused some damage. Earlier this week, I woke up to find one of my tomatillos flattened to the ground.
Bring on the Rain and the Harvests!
If you remember from a couple weeks ago, I found damage that I was unsure if it was fruitworm or blossom-end rot. So, it’s time for a dissection! I cut up one tomato and found no evidence of fruitworm, so I am more confident that the plant has blossom-end rot.
From Cows to walking trails: A Guide to Joppa Hill Farm in Bedford
The walking paths and roads are mostly dirt and gravel covered. There is a Loop Trail that starts at the farm and takes you to a beaver pond through forests and fields and there is access to the Piscataquog Land Conservancy, where you can hike and snowshoe in the winter.
Hoofing It through Mid-July garden maintenance
What’s the dirt? Well, it’s been hot, smokey, and oh-so-humid. Weeds have been flourishing–they aren’t as picky water-wise and don’t mind heat as much. My lawn is a little crispy (I don’t water typically in an attempt to conserve), but the
To Track or Not to Track: Sharing What You Read
Do you track your reading? Do you log books in an app or write titles in your planner or notebook? A spreadsheet? Do you color a section of a cute bookmark every time you finish something? Do you rate books or just collect them? Do you post to social media
Getting a Step Ahead of Pests & Invasives
The sun is a-shinin’ and it has finally cooled off a bit. As I said last week, I struggle with hot temperatures, so I am so thankful for this reprieve–and I think the gardens are too. Between the rain, I managed to get out in the veggie bed
Plantings & Pests: Gardening in July
Time to dig into some hot dirt–maybe with some potholders! I have to admit, my time in the garden this week has been limited. The relentless heat and humidity have been tough –and I don’t handle heat well (what can I say, I’m a New Englander, and
Summer Reading
“Summer reading,” by definition, is reading you do in the summer. But it has so many connotations: * as a goal, like a program * as in a “beach read,” aka light and fluffy * as a seasonal enjoyment (i.e. only reading books set in summer) What sort of reader are you
Treasure Hunting Just an Hour Away: Inside Rowley’s Todd Farm Flea Market
Do you enjoy the thrill of a treasure hunt? How about meandering around outdoor markets searching for antiques? If so, check out Todd Farm Flea Market in Rowley, Massachusetts. Dealers from all over New England who specialize in antiques and quality second-hand finds gather from April-November on Sundays
Rain, Rain, Come Again! Please!
Let’s dig into the dirt! Finally, some rain! I am very grateful for the rain, but this week has still been about mitigating the hot, dry weather we’ve been having thus far this season, and Sunday was all about watering and fertilizing. I know, I sound like a
The Downtown Lowdown - June 25 to July 2
Hello there! First things first. We at Downtown Nashua Association are so proud of last weekend’s Nashua PRIDE Festival. And kudos to the City of Nashua, who did a fantastic job organizing the parade. To those who came and had a great time, thank you so much for giving
Rideable Nashua launches community Bike Share Program
NASHUA, NH —Rideable Nashua is a new bike share system designed by Drop Mobility for the Nashua community. The system officially launched on June 7th, bringing a convenient, affordable, and sustainable transportation option to residents and visitors alike. The system will feature a fleet of 50 electric bikes and over
Caregiving pillar 3: Skills
A skill is the learned ability to perform a specific action or task with good execution and successful results. Skills are developed as we acquire them through training, practice, and experience. They are not innate, even people skills such as empathy or active listening.
From Beautiful Blooms to Stressed Out Plants
What’s growing on in the garden this week? Let’s take a look! In the perennial bed, my Little Redhead Spigelia is in bloom with their flame red petals and their striking yellow throats. I love this flower for pollinators, for their long bloom (they even bloom twice a
Let's talk Audiobooks
June is Audiobook appreciation month! First and foremost, audiobooks are books, just like e-books are books and physical books are books. Listening to audiobooks is as much reading and good for your brain as reading print books. Nothing about listening to an audiobook is “cheating.” Don’t let anyone