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October 01, 2010
19:49
Strawberry Freezer Jam
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It is that time to preserve what we grew. Here is my favorite way to preserve my strawberries. Psst… and it’s really easy! These are some of the strawberries that I have been picking from my garden. I prefer to … Continue reading →
July 22, 2010
13:35
Avatar… Yes, Really
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I know about all of the hype around Avatar, and how everyone thought it was the greatest thing since sliced bread. That being said, I had no interest in seeing it. I had to force myself to watch it last … Continue reading →
May 12, 2010
12:44
Happenings at my Home
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For Mothers Day, I made my Mom this bag. It was my first non-dress/nightgown. I lined it with lime green. I think it turned out great. I am going to have to make myself one too! Addison wanted a garden … Continue reading →
May 03, 2010
22:19
The Beautiful Truth
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Have you seen it? The Beautiful Truth is a movie about a 15-year-old boy who wants to find out more about a doctor and his claims of curing cancer. Dr. Max Gerson claims to have found an alternative way to … Continue reading →
April 22, 2010
8:45
Happy Earth Day!
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April 21, 2010
19:16
Earth Day…My Favorite Day
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Earth Day is tomorrow and I get so excited when for this one day everyone is talking about what I talk about all year. I am one of those girls that thinks “Earth Day is everyday”. I truly wish that … Continue reading →
March 16, 2010
21:47
Quick Sewing Project
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Addi loves to help me in the kitchen. It is always a little stressful and pretty messy. I have been meaning to find a pattern so I could make her an apron, but just haven’t gotten around to it. Little … Continue reading →
February 24, 2010
14:44
Compost Troubles, I Think
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HELP HELP HELP!!! A few days ago I decided to turn the compost pile. It is moving along very nicely considering it is winter. I saw some of my beloved worms and some great soil at the bottom of the … Continue reading →
February 19, 2010
9:34
Spring is calling my name
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Spring is calling my name…and this is how I know Addi Kay and I took a trip to the back yard. I looked for new growth and she went to her sand box and “planted seeds”. Succulents are making a … Continue reading →
February 18, 2010
8:58
Reducing Lunch Waste
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This year my husband and I have been very good at packing our son a lunch for school. Of course there is more than one benefit for doing this. School lunches tend to scare me all together (we will save … Continue reading →
January 28, 2010
11:33
Great Insight…check it out
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Since my last pity party about how I hate everything winter, I decided to read a book. I figured if I couldn’t DO anything, I could at least educate myself more while I wait for warm weather. So, I went to the library and picked up a book . Now, I have never been a [...]
January 13, 2010
13:58
taking out the trash…or lack there of
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I need to apologize for my absence. I fear the void in my garden has left my blog blank. I don’t think I have realized until now how inspired I am by the warmer months and the anticipation of life and growth. I really do live for getting outside and being in my garden. The [...]
November 20, 2009
14:35
Eggs Anyone?
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Since the gardening season is over in Central Oregon there is not much going on at my house. The garden is tilled and awaiting the spring. The worms are happy and quickly turning their bin. I have been sewing a lot more lately. It is more like teaching myself to sew with the expertise of [...]
October 07, 2009
13:22
Pumpkins Galore
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Sorry it has been so long since I have posted anything. My computer has been out of service for a while. I am back now and ready to tell you about my pumpkins. I had a good tun out of pumpkins and gourds this year. Not as many as last year, but that was intentional. Last [...]
August 31, 2009
10:01
What’s been going on at my home…
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This was a sewing project that I was working on. I am NOT a sewer, I am still learning. I ripped it apart many times. I would like to thank everyone that was on-call, ready for me to call with my questions. I had a lot of people who are ready every time I take on [...]
August 05, 2009
12:19
My Garden
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I thought I would give everyone an update on my garden as of today. We have been having storms lately (thunder, lightening, wind & rain). I have read that other gardens have been traumatized by them, but somehow mine has come out just fine. I am currently trying to figure out what additive my plants are [...]
July 28, 2009
16:12
Blah blah blah
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I have entered my baked goods in the fair and am awaiting the judging outcome. My son, Cameron also entered a couple of things this year as well. Nothing much is going on in the garden, just sucking up tons of water because of the heat. They love the heat though. I am getting pumpkins galore, [...]
July 18, 2009
13:09
Strawberry Freezer Jam
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I am thinking that I want to try Srtawberry Freezer Jam this year. Does anyone have a great recipe??? I would love to try it out. Please and Thank You
July 16, 2009
11:53
*~*FAIR*~*
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I know I have posted before to think about what to enter in your county fair, well, I am back and bringing it up again. So, for all of you in Deschutes County, it is time. If you want to sign up on-line all you do is go to [www.expo.deschutes.org] You will see a blue ribbon (this [...]
July 13, 2009
14:22
THE Pumpkin
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Last year was good for me when it came to pumpkins. I had a ton of gourds and pumpkins. This year I have not planted quite so many, but still have high hopes for getting the one. Last year I not only had a lot of them but, I also had a HUGE pumpkin. 85 lbs. to [...]
July 09, 2009
21:46
My Garden
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For what it matters, I thought that I would let you know how my garden is doing. It has finally hit the taking off point. The garden has erupted and I love it. Of course now I look at things and think about the way I should have done them and will do them differently [...]
June 16, 2009
12:06
Strawberries Anyone?
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Ok, ok, in my last post I may have acted like the only good thing I had growing was in a pot by my front door. Well that’s not the case. Other things are doing good as well. I took a look at the strawberries and to my amazement there were tons, and they needed to [...]
June 14, 2009
15:08
Container Garden… again
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Just thought I would let all of you know what is growing best in my garden. Hint, it isn’t IN my garden. I have a few pots filled with salad mixes along my walk way, up to my front door. My house faces East, so they get the cool morning sun. Being a cool weather [...]
May 27, 2009
14:27
Farmers Market for a GOOD CAUSE
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This being a tough year for people financially, we (Terrebonne Community School PTO) opted to not have our largest fundraiser, as it required a tremendous amount of donations from local businesses. I knew we had to fill this fundraiser with one that we kept local. With this in mind, our school PTO came up with a Farmers Market. Linda has [...]
May 14, 2009
15:09
Good to Know
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For anyone who lives in Central Oregon, I have ran into some information that I thought I would share with all of you. 1)Redmond Community Organic Gardenwill have a Grand Opening Sat, May 30th, from 12:00 to 3:00. They have 18 raised beds available for lease. 724 SW 14th (off SW Glacier), 541.390.1594 2)OSU Extension Office offers [...]
May 11, 2009
18:15
Help Please
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I am working on a project at the moment that I need your help with. I just need a yes, no, or possibly. You can add your comments if you like, but is not required. Thanks, Dawn If there were a sustainable living supply store near you, would you be interested in shopping there? YES POSSIBLY NO A store [...]
May 03, 2009
22:57
Children Doing Good
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In my house these days the Noggin Channel is on a lot more than I care to admit. Toddler TV is about the only thing that we watch. My poor 11 year old has grown to know all of the songs, tunes, jingles along with the rest of us. But, I feel especially bad for [...]
May 01, 2009
13:54
Question
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I am once again coming at you with one of my questions. Brace yourself!!! I know that some of you that keep up with me are involved with certain areas of government. Whether that is just being involved or are in the middle of it, you know more than I do. So… How do we work our [...]
April 30, 2009
23:27
Limited Space Strawberry Patch
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My Aunt Linda is the one to thank for this post. She is one of those people who’s wheels are always turning. Every time I see her I just want to pick her brain even though I know that I cant possibly absorb everything she has to offer. She is a wonderful resource and is always coming up [...]
16:54
No room to Garden? Yes you do!!!
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I have referenced to EnviroMom before as they come up with some great stuff. This is another one of those brilliant posts. I absolutely LOVE this. I have plenty of space for my garden and this makes me want to strap a piece of gutter onto a wall and plant. I really think I am going to. [...]
April 22, 2009
22:16
OPRAH, thats right, Oprah
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I hope that you were able to watch Oprah today (4-22-09). I know, I know, normal people work and have lives. I never have time for t.v. during the day anymore, but today was Earth Day. I took part in my 2nd annual Oprah Earth Day program. Last year was good, Julia Roberts was on [...]
12:18
HAPPY EARTH DAY
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Happy Earth Day! I hope you all feel like this is your day! I sure do. I know it is Wednesday and it is still the middle of the work week, but be sure to do something great today for our planet. Check with your city’s website and see what is going on this weekend in honor [...]
April 05, 2009
19:07
Q and A
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My neighbor Kendra had some great questions that I thought I would attempt to answer. I am choosing to answer them in a post because I thought that they might be able to help others as well. Where to get manure to blend in with the garden I frequently see manure being advertised on Craigs List. Typically [...]
April 03, 2009
15:37
Close to gettin’ kicked out
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You remember those 3 cute chicks that I had to have? Well, I would call them pullets now not “cute chicks”. I feel that I do have to go on the record and tell everyone that Trixy (the one that was so ugly I serious contemplated taking her back) is still not beautiful, but by [...]
March 22, 2009
16:19
Random Useful Facts (I think)
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I subscribe to a blog called Enviromom, they are a great inspiration of a green way of life to shoot for. I say shoot for because it has always been my motto that you do not have to do everything, just do something. Everyone can tweak little things in their lives to live a greener [...]
March 20, 2009
9:49
OSU Extension Class on Preserving
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Preserve@Home ~ April 1-May 16 Wednesday, April 1, 2009 – Thursday, April 2, 2009 (All Day Event) Oregon State University Extension Offers Preserve@Home, an On-line Food Preservation Class Are you interested in updating your food preservation skills? Want to learn how to safely can, dry or freeze your garden’s bounty? Oregon State University Extension Service invites you [...]
March 19, 2009
22:44
Master Gardner Classes, Mark Your Calander
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Central Oregon Chapter Of OSU Master Gardeners™ Present the Annual Spring Gardening Seminar & Garden Market FRIDAY NIGHT Keynote Speaker Jurgen Hess,rla Author, Landscape Architect “Sharing a Passion for Earth Friendly Landscape” SATURDAY • Earth Friendly Landscapes • Organic Veggie Growing • Build a Living Wall Garden • Beneficial Insects • Beginning Bee Keeping • Cold Climate Clematis • Season Extenders •Ornamental Grasses For complete list of classes & registration form see website [extension.oregonstate.edu] or call 548-6088 Friday, April 24, 2009 at [...]
March 14, 2009
18:04
The Chicks
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Well, I got the chicks a week ago today. I can’t believe how much they grow in just a week. I was set on Rhode Island Reds, just because I have had hundreds of them growing up. Then I was told that the Sexlink is the way to go when it comes to laying. With [...]
March 10, 2009
17:37
Thanks!!!
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I would like to thank Sherie for inviting me to her farm and your interest in The Green Group. It was really nice to smell manure again. LOL. You have big plans, I can’t wait to see how things come along. And the kids didn’t want to leave, there may have even been a few [...]
17:27
Attn: Shirlee Evans
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Shirlee, Could you please contact me. You didn’t leave me any information to get a hold of you. I responded to your comment, but you may not have seen it. Thanks, Dawn
March 08, 2009
22:33
The County Fair, that’s right, the fair!
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OK, I know that is onlys March but I think it is time to start planning for your county fair entries. I have always been involved in the fair. When I was younger I spent many weeks at the Coos County Fair. I felt very comfortable in the livestock barn, the poultry barn, and all of [...]
March 07, 2009
20:37
Serious Question
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I have been doing a lot of thinking about sustainable/green/eco-friendly/etc. jobs. While there are many businesses that are going greener (Great Job), I am speaking of green being the focus. So, my question to you and I really do want as many opinions as possible. Where in your community is there a need for something in [...]
March 03, 2009
19:36
The Chicken Coop… Part 2
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I am sure that all of you are impatiently awaiting an update on The Chicken Coop. LOL. Well, we have made progress. But, I fear I am at a standstill at the moment. You see, just so you know this is “my” project. What does that mean? Well, that means that I am supposed to fund [...]
March 02, 2009
19:23
“The worms are here! The worms are here!”
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I am so excited to announce one of my many spring projects is complete. The worm composter is up and running. The worms have arrived!!! They came in two recycled margarine containers My son Cameron was my photographer. A little blurry, but here are the worms (red wigglers). Wetting the bedding moist but not to wet This is the worm bin I [...]
March 01, 2009
11:17
Question???
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Does anyone know if growing sweet potatoes is the same as growing reg. potatoes?
11:12
F.Y.I.
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I just wanted to thank everyone for your thoughts on the questions I have been asking (SARCASM). But really, I would like to thank Ann for her advise on digging up the bulbs. She told me to “do it”. So I did. Almost all of them were sprouting out of the ground, and I took them all! [...]
February 24, 2009
17:09
Those Plastic Pots… What to do?
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I was at The Redmond Greenhouse today. I didn’t need a thing, but it was calling my name. They have a wonderful Worm Bin set up. They also have numerous types of composters for sale if you might be needing one. Anyway, I noticed on my way out of the driveway that they collect unwanted [...]
February 21, 2009
19:12
GREEN GROUP INFO.
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Terrebonne Community Green Group Monthly Meetings to discuss… *Our Community/Environment *Gardening *Sustainable Living *Organic *And Much More ______________________________________________ New Members Welcome. The concept is really simple: share our advice with others, get great ideas to try, and the environment will benefit. So bring your questions, concerns, ideas, and comments and join us and we will better our community! [...]
February 20, 2009
9:49
Question???
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Does anyone know where I might be able to get 50 gallon plastic drums? If the whole top came off that would even be better.
February 17, 2009
17:56
F.Y.I.
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Coming Soon: Terrebonne Community Green Group Questions? Please comment and I will be glad answer.
17:22
Guess What?
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The gardening stuff is coming out. Bi-Mart (I love) has potato, onion and garlic. Of course I bought them. Everyone is getting there seeds out. All this means in Central Oregon of course is that they are getting my hopes up to plant and I will fail and have to do it all over again. It [...]
February 15, 2009
15:30
The Chicken Coop… Part 1
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Another one of my “spring” projects is a chicken coop. I am sure this will be quite the undertaking because it has to fit all of my chickens. That’s right all 2 of them. I only really need one, but I couldn’t let her be lonely. I am not sure what I am more excited [...]
February 13, 2009
9:00
What I am Doing
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So, I would imaging some of you are saying “What do you do”. Well, last year I gave the whole worm bin a shot. I made my own bin out of a Rubbermaid container. I was doing good for a while and then I got fruit flies. I couldn’t seem to get rid of them [...]
February 11, 2009
13:01
OK, HERE IT IS…THIS IS WHAT IT’S ALL ABOUT
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Hi, my name is Dawn Robison. I am a wife, mother of two, hair stylist, PTO member, Bunco player and huge into wanting everyone to take part in bettering not only their community, but the earth. I don’t think that means that everyone needs to do everything “green”. Doing what you can makes a difference. If that [...]