Have you ever wondered what makes tree leaves change color during fall? Many people believe that frost is responsible for the change in colors, but frost has little to do with it. Many times, leaves change color before the first hint of frost.
I enjoy the beauty, creativity, accomplishment, exercise, and sense of community that come with gardening. While I'm not as young as I used to be, I managed pretty well until recently, when I fractured my back.
Winter is a season of flavorful bursts. The dinner to warm and nourish, a breakfast of eggs plucked from perhaps your own hens' laying boxes, dishes prepared with carefully preserved vegetables and fruits (talking about YOU, Master Food Preservers!).
January, February and March can be cold and blustery. Hopefully there will be at least one pleasant day each week so these few winter chores can be accomplished without rain gear and/or three layers of clothing.
