Slackin on my 'TaMaters

Boy I have been the worst lately at keeping up with my blogs, tisk tisk on me!

So the Tomatoes turned out beautiful! I was pleasantly surprised by how many tomatoes we were able to grow with such a cheap system we had set up. Not to mention the little space we have in our back patio for this. But they turned out delicious!

These pictures were taken the first week of July and are on my FLICKR



Ta'Maters!







Basil & Oregano







Thyme & Coriander

Fiddling with my Camera ;D

This summer has certainly provided me with plenty of opportunities to explore the settings on my Canon Rebel. Now with Autumn (My Favorite season) is well on its way with the leaves changing into their brilliant variations of color against the blue and grey partly cloudy skies, expect MANY more pictures. I also found a place this year I think I may take my kiddos so I can do pictures with them. I'm just hoping that my youngest will stay still long enough so that he is not a blur in every photo!

Fresh Blooms Woot!

YES, tomatoes are starting to bloom. Oh how excellent! I snapped these pics of these lovely ladies the end of June and beginning of July.
And of course, as usual my
Pics are on Flicker!

TA DA! TOMATOES!







MMMMMM Basil!



We had enough for a small harvest. YUM! It smells Fabulous!




Cilantro and Coriander

Apple Cider Vinegar

Click here to read article on Huffington Post


Im still discovering lots of great ways I can use ACV, I started using it on my face as a toner recently and can already see the difference. This article provided with more uses that Im definitely going to keep in mind and use sometime in the near future. Like...

DEODORANT

"Deodorant: The smell of apple cider vinegar is putrid, but it pales in comparison to underarm odor. Rub a little into your pits and the odor will eventually neutralize."

I hate OTC deodorants, they make me itch constantly and it drives me insane. Whats the point of putting this on to combat against sweat and odor if you end up scratching off all the stuff off. So, yea, I'll give this suggestions a try...


FOOT SOAK AND BATH SOAK

"Foot soak: Go the natural route with your at-home pedicure and use apple cider vinegar to soothe aching and swollen feet. This provides instant relief for pregnant women, runners, high-heel lovers and flip-flop wearers."

"Bath solution: The next time you get ready to slip into a warm bath, add one to two cap-fulls of apple cider vinegar. It draws toxins out of the body, leaving behind toned and moisturized skin."

I love taking a hot steamy bath and looove giving myself a pedicure for relaxation. During the summer months of course I love to wear flip flops, and so does my daughter. Im going to try this the next time I have "mother daughter mani pedi" time :D!

Check out the article for more ideas, Im sure you'll find at least one that you will want to try, and you more than likely will not regret it!!!

Fresh food update

Oh the Lovely Thunderstorms here in Ohio. I love them! Especially because of all drops of water that hang on to my plants for dear life. My Lovely lady tomatoes are starting to flower! WOOT! The Basil seems to be done with its major growing. I keep pinching off the flowing bud (sorry little ones) Im just not ready for them to go to flower yet ;) We are thinking of making a Pesto :D!!! Can anyone recommend a good Pesto Recipe?
TomatoesThese pictures were taken at the end of June
Basil

Thyme

Cilantro & Coriander