Saturday, July 3, 2010

boss' backhoe & pickling


Here's Boss' backhoe, Aunty Staci driving, Boss trimming Nana's tree, and Bitty supervising!

When Bitty saw this machine she said to Aunty Staci, "I WANT to drive it!"

Staci and I decided to pickle a few carrots fresh from Ma & Pa's garden. Here is Bitty washing the carrots after she and Staci dug them. Maddy is either trying to lick Bitty or steal a carrot.

Apprentice gardener Bitty assisting Nana.

Gorgeous jars of carrots packed and ready for processing. They are packed in a cider vinegar brine with dill, garlic, bayleaf, and fennel. They make lovely snacks or delicious garnish for a Bloody Mary.

Mrs. Faw & Mrs. Stagg, resident Susie Homemakers!

2 comments:

Brian and Staci said...

Yup that's right, I like being a domestic diva, makes me feel sustainable! :) thanks jomama!

Lori O. said...

What a great girl family you all rock !!!!!! cute top too Jolene.