Unexpected Delight

Gardening has brought us the most unexpected joy this summer (when we've been home!!) In June we chose what to plant as a family: green peppers, cucumbers, tomatoes, basil, onions, watermelon, rosemary and zucchini...EVERYBODY had input. Then we planted and patiently and sometimes NOT-so-patiently watched it grow. And now we are harvesting DAILY. It's such a simple pleasure to see what's ready to pick each morning. We've tried new recipes and feasted on soo much fresh produce. LOVED IT!!! And then we get to decide what to do with the abundance!!! Such a great problem! It's even more fun to share the bounty with friends, family & neighbors... :)

I think I can really learn to get into this! Never thought I'd enjoy it, but have I ever been surprised! We're already thinking of what we'll plant next year and where we want it!

I also have a fab recipe to share if you have cucs coming out your ears, too! Thanks 4 this recipe, Em! I think cousin Katie gave it to her as a shower gift!

Quick Summer Polish Pickles
2 Quarts water
1 c white vinegar
1/2 c salt
1/2 c sugar
fresh dill (I used dried)
garlic
5-6 cucumbers sliced in spears

Place cucumbers, dill & garlic in a sealable container.
Boil water, vinegar, salt & sugar over cucs.
Add more dill & garlic.
Seal and let sit 1 day in fridge.
Voila! :)