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27Aug/110

Fruits of my labour

It's been a busy summer! My first attempt at growing heirloom tomatoes from seed was a moderate success. I've had several meals from them and they are much tastier than anything in the grocery store! The yellow ones are Peruvian Banana and the tiny ones are a commercial variety. I think I'll stick to just a couple plants next year and try other veggies:

15Nov/091

Slow Food, Real Food

I just finished reading "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan (thanks to Jennifer Vuillemot for lending it to me!).   Before finishing this book, I also read his other book "In Defense of Food" and watched a documentary that he's featured in called "Food Inc.".

If you're concerned about the food you're eating, how its produced, how the animals are treated and how the land is used, these three are must read/views.   If you're a farmer, an animal rights activist, vegetarian, an environmentalist, a worker for a factory farm or slaughterhouse, or just a regular person, these books and documentary will speak to you.

None of these are extremist propaganda in case you're worried.  You'll come away with the tools you need to make informed choices about the food you eat...and to support the producers you trust and respect.

4Jun/090

Apple Blossoms in Ottawa

Here's a pic from my recent trip to Ottawa to visit my sister and her husband.  It's a beautiful city!  click the picture for a full size version.
Apple Blossoms in Ottawa
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21May/070

Spring Is In The Air!

Pics from yesterday's walk. Its Spring, so there are flowers EVERYWHERE. Prolly why we were sneezing our heads off...
As usual, if you'd like full quality copies, just leave a comment.

Sidewalk FlowerHorse Chestnut and BeeTulips
Nathan’s FlowersWhitePink Fuzz

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13May/070

Tomato Power!

Tomatoes I have grown from seed. Taste the freshness!

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