Month: August 2016

Magnolia Blossom Tendril Pea

Magnolia Blossom Tendril Pea

Magnolia Blossom Tendril Pea is a variety that I ordered through Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company to try this past spring and I was very happy with its performance. I had some leftover seeds of another variety, Sugar Snap, from the previous season so I planted those, too, and was able to compare them. Both of …

Purple Hull Pinkeye Cowpeas

Purple Hull Peas by Mid-Life Blogger

I like to try new things, both techniques and plants. One of my favorite seed companies is Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds and it brightens my winter to look through their catalog and dream of my Spring garden. While reading the descriptions of plants from all over the world I’m amazed by the boundless variety of plants …

Cedarwood Lodge ~ Trout-Fishing Destination

Cedarwood Lodge, Flippin, Arkansas

We recently met some close friends for a weekend at Cedarwood Lodge on the White River near Flippin, Arkansas. It was such a nice resort and we had such a good time! The owners, Ken and Mary Ann Green, were very nice and welcoming. They even arranged great weather. My first impression was “Wow!” You …

Empty Nest ~ What’s Next?

Empty Nest

We celebrated our youngest’s 18th birthday by moving her into the college dorm. She’s at a great school and I’m really happy for her, but as my husband said, “I’m excited for her, but sad for me.” This is a big change for us because both of our children are now grown and we’ve just become …

Little Birds Told Me – How God Gave Me a Sign

Little Birds Told Me - a flock of Blue Jays relayed a message

I’ve loved the natural beauty of the Ozarks since my first visit, about 25 years ago. My husband grew up in northwest Arkansas and every time we visited his family, I asked if we could move there, but I guess the time wasn’t right. Soon after our son was born, Scott’s parents bought some land …

Let’s Go Flea Marketing!

Let's Go Flea Marketing by Mid-Life Blogger

I just love flea markets! It’s so relaxing to wander among the booths, admiring the displays and traveling back in time. Flea marketing knows no bounds when it comes to age or gender. Since they are typically made up of many vendors with different niches, everyone can find something to suit their interests. Just the …