We decided to “cap” off the old year by beginning our mushroom garden. We have planted close to 200 Shiitake Mushroom plugs in some fresh cut oak logs. They should start to produce mushrooms in about 6-9 months.
Check out the Stuffed Cabbage with Shiitake Mushrooms and Red Onion Sauce on the Recipes page. Yummy…
Happy Homesteading,
T.
The animals on the farm are such fun to watch. Imagine what it would be like if you had to eat without using your hands…
Happy Homesteading,
T.
Solar Eclipse – August 21, 2017. I don’t want to complain, but I was not impressed. Someone could have mentioned that here in West Central Florida the solar eclipse would very closely resemble a slightly cloudy day.
The only way we knew the eclipse was happening was when our solar lamppost light turned on. Seriously.
I have to admit that the solar eclipse viewer that we made out of a cereal box was really cool. Have a look…
We got to spend time with Seth, making a solar eclipse viewer. He didn’t have to go to school because the school officials couldn’t guarantee that they could keep the kids from looking at the sun. [!]
So, I guess it’s okay if I wasn’t impressed. After all, no one was trying to impress me. Anyway, I plan to be around for the next solar eclipse in 2055. It’s bound to be impressive.
Happy Homesteading,
T.
