Last of The Garden

Would you believe that I shot this photo only two weeks ago? Hard to imagine when I'm sitting here with layers of clothing fighting off the chill from freezing temps!

The plants are a memory and recently pulled from the raised beds-but not before making plans for my first attempt at homemade pork tamales with a green tomato and chile sauce. A noble end to a great garden!
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Tanya Boracay said…
The look fresh and healthy at all.

Just like to share with you a quote about life...

"The good life is inspired by love and guided by knowledge." -- Bertrand Russell

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December 28, 2010 at 1:32 AM
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