ramblings from an arkansas farm girl
Last week I was in the mood for pasta. AND I was determined to make use of the bumper crop of fresh basil growing in my herb garden. It’s been a stellar summer for herb-growing, and I refuse to let a single leaf go to waste. So I whipped up a delicious platter of pappardelle with fresh pesto and chicken.
Pesto is easy to make. After tasting the homemade version, you’ll never buy pesto from a jar again. Continue Reading
Dear Sunday Letter friends,
Have you been outside this morning? Here in Fayetteville, the new morning feels flapjack flat, sketched onto paper with muted colored pencils, moist as a rung-out dishrag used to wipe down kitchen counters. Yes, it’s going to be another don’t-bother-with-your-hair sort of day.
Just like yesterday.
Even though hot and humid is my least favorite type of weather, I’ll gladly accept it and try my best to do something creative with it. With yesterday’s passing of Senator John McCain, we are reminded once again how life grows shorter and shorter. We can’t be picky, but we can choose what we do with each limited, beautiful day.
Right?
Hey y’all! Since today’s my birthday, I thought I’d do a quick surprise birthday giveaway. The giveaway will include a signed copy of The Accidental Salvation of Gracie Lee along with lots of fun goodies related to reading, gardening, and summer.
That’s all I’m saying.
That’s how a surprise works.
There are several easy ways to enter—follow the instructions below. Winner will be announced on my Sunday Letter.
Thanks for playing along! And happy birthday to everyone. ?
Grace Grits and Gardening
Farm. Food. Garden. Life.
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