by Jocelyn My husband and I are in the midst of a cross-country move. It’s a good thing, a culmination of sorts, another stop (or start?) on the adventure we are living. We are full of so many emotions as we embark on this journey – excitement, joy, anticipation, contentment…but also sadness at leaving wonderful … Continue reading
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Berries and God’s presence
by Christie Purifoy “Look! There is a God!” My friend tells me these are the words she shouts whenever something moves her: an especially lovely farmstead glimpsed through the car window or the canopy of a magnificent old tree. Her children roll their eyes and tell her it’s just a barn! or it’s just a … Continue reading
Strawberry Lemonade
by Heather A delicious, super-simple drink that everyone loves. ½ cup lemon juice ½ cup pureed strawberries (to make this, simply cut stems off strawberries & put them in a blender) 2/3 cup sugar 2 quarts water Mix the lemon juice, strawberry puree, and sugar in the bottom of a 2-quart pitcher. Stir with a … Continue reading
Strawberry Jam, The Pomona’s Pectin Way
Last week, Amy gave us a smooth introduction to our series on berries with her recipe for Mulberry Gin Fizz. Since berry season is in full swing, please stick around for more yummy recipes in the coming weeks. We live on a berry farm so every June we have access to loads of strawberries. The best … Continue reading
Mulberry Gin Fizz
by Amy Last weekend my family moved to the country. After three years in a rental home, we bought a house just outside of city limits. Two-point-three acres of our own Indiana clay. In the back corner of our property, the neighbor’s mulberry tree hangs heavy with fruit over our yard. On a muggy afternoon … Continue reading