https://quarteramish.com/2020/07/17/summer-harvests-are-in-full-swing/2020-07-21T20:56:37+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2020/06/18/coming-soon-red-raspberries-and-blackberries-are-nearing-season/2020-06-18T15:01:07+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2018/07/01/open-for-raspberry-picking/2018-07-01T19:12:29+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2018/06/11/red-raspberries-coming-soon/2018-06-12T11:32:34+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2017/07/10/berry-picking-on-tuesday-july-11/2017-07-10T22:19:58+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2017/07/06/love-blackberries/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/blackberriesinbox.jpgblackberriesinbox2017-07-08T17:30:35+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2016/08/02/blackberry-pickers-needed/2016-08-02T23:29:05+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2016/07/22/berry-farm-closed-today/2016-07-22T10:12:40+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2016/07/05/thornless-blackberries-are-ripe-and-ready-for-picking/2016-07-05T19:55:36+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/additional-recipe-resources/2016-07-01T12:14:55+00:00weekly0.6https://quarteramish.com/2016/06/27/red-raspberries-are-ready/2016-06-27T10:54:27+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2016/05/31/blue-birds-brighten-your-garden/2016-05-31T11:28:50+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2016/05/01/is-your-garden-awake/2016-05-01T12:39:25+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2016/01/19/i-cant-stop-touching-my-alpaca-fiber-hats-and-ear-warmers/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/img_2885.jpgIMG_2885A combination of items: all 100% alpaca fiber yarn in mixed shades.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/img_2884.jpgIMG_2884https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/img_2883.jpgIMG_2883ear warmers / neck warmerhttps://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/img_2882.jpgIMG_2882https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/img_2881.jpgalpaca fiber year4-strand yarn in shades of brown. E-wrapped knitted on a round knitting loom.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/img_2880.jpgalpaca yarn hatAlpaca loom knitted hat with ribbon trim2020-07-21T16:16:37+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2015/11/05/wreath-idea-for-any-season/2015-11-05T11:58:43+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2015/11/05/i-love-fall/2015-11-05T11:45:43+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2015/07/27/blackberries-a-plenty/2015-07-27T11:39:24+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2015/06/23/raspberries-are-ready-for-the-picking/2015-06-23T11:10:34+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2015/06/16/red-raspberries-are-beginning-to-ripen/2015-06-16T11:00:35+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2015/05/20/whats-new-at-quarteramish/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/outsidemulch.jpgoutsidemulchThe outside planting took a hit again this winter due to the 14 degree below 0 temps we experienced. Most fruiting canes outside died, but the plants are coming back vigorous and healthy. We will look to next year to harvest a good crop outside.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/greenhousemulch.jpggreenhousemulchInside the high tunnel. The vigorous canes on the right are raspberries. The winter did not effect them near as much as the blackberries because they can tolerate colder temperatures.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/sophie.jpgsophiehttps://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/newalpacas.jpgnewalpacas2015-05-20T11:25:56+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2015/01/25/orchids-easier-than-you-think/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_2365.jpgIMG_2365Aunt Ginny's gift to me; this plant is at least 40 years old and still thriving!2015-02-05T13:00:21+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2014/08/17/blackberry-season-at-a-close/2014-08-17T21:32:52+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2014/08/09/homemade-tomato-sauce-is-easier-than-you-think/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/spagsauce.jpgspagsauceSimmer in a large stockpot until reduced by half, stirring frequently to prevent scorching.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/romatom.jpgRoma TomatoesThese are perfect gems for making tomato sauce.2014-08-09T19:38:01+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2014/07/27/easy-sandwich-spread-made-fresh-from-the-garden/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/sandwich-spread.jpgsandwich spreadonions, cucumbers, peppers, and tomatoes fresh from the garden, mixed with vinegar, spices, sugar, and prepared mustard. Yummy!2014-07-27T17:49:00+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/recipes/2014-07-27T17:18:59+00:00weekly0.6https://quarteramish.com/quarter-amish-farm/2016-07-15T11:46:16+00:00weekly0.6https://quarteramish.com/2014/07/16/thornless-blackberry-season-opening/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/hightunnel.jpghightunnel2014-07-16T18:36:16+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2014/07/07/fantastic-blueberryraspberry-jam-made-easy/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/raspberries.jpgraspberriesFresh Red Raspberries from our berry farm. Now what do you do with them?2014-07-07T18:20:44+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2014/06/24/red-raspberries-are-the-taste-of-summer/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/image.jpgImageYummy and fresh!2014-06-26T01:44:55+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2014/03/17/natural-homemade-cleaning-products-are-easy-to-make-spring-cleaning-part-two/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/index.jpgindexRealizing the Truth!https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/green-cleaning-graphic.gifgreen-cleaning-graphichttps://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/green-cleaning-supplies.gifGreen-cleaning-suppliesYou can make a cleaning basket at home inexpensively and easily.2014-03-17T19:18:54+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2014/03/05/spring-means-cleaning-the-natural-way/2014-03-05T15:49:19+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2014/03/02/yummy-make-ahead-italian-meatball-recipe/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/photo-2.jpgMeatballsBig batches are great for freezing.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/photo-4.jpgpackage meatballsDecide what your family size portion should be. Remove as much air as possible without squishing the meatballs. Label and date the package. Pop in the freezer for a quick week night meal!https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/photo-1.jpgMeatballs just out of the oven. Use immediately or cool and package in plastic bags for the freezer. Label and date.2014-03-03T00:48:57+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2014/02/02/grains-make-a-wonderful-comfort-chowder/2014-02-02T21:08:01+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2014/01/22/panna-cotta-quick-easy-and-delicious-dessert/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/panna-cotta.jpgpanna cottaPanna Cotta and blackberry syrup.2014-01-22T14:40:19+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2013/11/05/great-way-to-get-your-greens-kale-chips/2013-11-05T10:30:06+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2013/08/01/homemade-cheese-crackers-too-good-not-to-try/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/adding-the-hole-to-cheese-cr.jpgadding the hole to cheese crThe blunt end of a wooden skewer makes a great hole. The hole helps keep the cracker flat when baking. I added two holes because of the diagonal shape.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/cutting-cheese-crackers.jpgcutting cheese crackersRoll the dough to 1/8th inch and cut into shapes about 1 inch in size. I cut these into diagonals. Note I used parchment paper to roll them out.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/ready-to-eat-cheese-crackers.jpgready to eat cheese crackersThese smell delicious and taste great!2013-08-01T22:50:06+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/quarter-amish-farm/blackberry-preservation/2013-07-25T19:42:02+00:00weekly0.6https://quarteramish.com/2013/07/23/the-joys-of-blackberry-jam/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/image-11.jpgBlackberry JamSeedless Blackberry Jam processed and ready to be eaten, stored, or shared with others. Jam makes a great gift.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/image.jpgQuarter Amish Seedless Blackberry JamQuarter Amish Seedless Blackberry Jam. Ingredients: Blackberries and Sugar. A taste of summer all year long.2016-04-25T16:24:57+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2013/07/11/taking-reservations-for-blackberry-picking-slots/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/image-1.jpgBlackberries at their peak!U Pick Blackberries. What to do with berries when you get home?2013-07-11T23:44:34+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2013/07/06/diy-conditioning-hair-rinse/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/diy-hair-rinse.jpgDIY concitioning hair rinse It's quick, easy and effective, resulting in a great conditioning hair rinse.2013-07-06T17:35:19+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2013/06/30/heavenly-raspberry-shortcake/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/rasptoogoodtostop.jpgEnjoying the shortcake!It was hard to resist this delicious summer dessert once it was on the table!https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/raspfirst-layer.jpgCream Cheese layerLayer the Cream Cheese mixture than place whole raspberries in concentric circles to fill the entire space.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/raspstraining-the-seeds-4.jpgStraining the seeds through a sieve.Work the puree with a spatula or spoon until only seeds remain. It takes a few minutes.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/raspcut-in-half.jpgShortcake cut into half rounds.Make sure shortcake is completely cooled before trying to divide into two layers. The porous surface soaks up the puree to infuse the berry taste.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/raspbshortcake-1.jpgRaspberry ShortcakeThe taste of sweet raspberries and creamy cream cheese in every bite!https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/raspbsecond-layer.jpgRaspberry ShortcakeA raspberry in every bite!2013-06-30T18:31:01+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2013/06/26/pick-your-own-blackberries/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/ht-closeview.jpgHigh Tunnel Greenhousenew growth trellised to make picking easy.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/170px-black_butte_blackberry.jpgRipe BlackberrySweet, juicy, and healthy!2013-06-27T22:17:35+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2013/05/20/simple-summer-pleasure-yogurt/2013-05-20T11:15:30+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/10/30/cleaning-the-natural-way/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/thyme-mortar-pestle-a45db5.jpgthyme--mortar--pestle-a45db5Thyme is a proven disinfectant and has it's own distinctive scent.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/borax-and-washing-soda.jpgborax and washing sodaThese are the heavy hitters of natural cleaning agents.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/pioneer_spirit.jpgpioneer_spiritI think this could have been me in a previous life.....https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/royalty-free-children-clipart-illustration-222046.jpgroyalty-free-children-clipart-illustration-222046Children refocus our priorities.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/spray_bottle_in_a_bucket_cleaning_supplies_royalty_free_clipart_picture_090127-021237-371048.jpgSpray_Bottle_In_A_Bucket_Cleaning_Supplies_Royalty_Free_Clipart_Picture_090127-021237-371048Green Cleaning can be Fun!https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/index.jpgbaking sodaMix baking soda into a paste with water or essential oils and try it as a scratchless scrubbing powder.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/images.jpgwhite vinegarVinegar is a safe and effective all-purpose cleaner2016-06-13T11:16:35+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2013/03/14/starting-seeds/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/starting-seeds2.jpgstarting seedshttps://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/spinach.jpggreenhouse spinachI grew this tray of spinach in my greenhouse this winter. I harvested spinach for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and it's ready again. I'll keep it growing until the spinach in the garden is ready. https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/peatpots.jpgJiffy Peat Pellets Jiffy's make easy work of starting seeds. Make sure to identify seed types and date started.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/outsidelizgreenhousetulips.jpgLizzy's GreenhouseMy greenhouse in the spring!2013-03-15T03:11:34+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2013/02/04/winter-can-be-beautiful/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/img_14391.jpgIMG_1439https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/img_1439.jpgIMG_1439https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/img_1438.jpgDec sunsetPink glow sunsethttps://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/img_1437.jpgLast rays of the DayAnd Evening gently descends............2013-02-04T13:12:37+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2013/01/04/bring-in-the-new-year-by-stretching-your-creativity/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/img_1643.jpgNew DayOpportunities await!2013-01-05T00:45:58+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2012/12/31/2012-in-review/2012-12-31T13:43:15+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2012/10/11/reliable-home-made-yogurt/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/img_1209.jpgYogurt jar & lidIf you don't have the jar lid, plastic wrap or Press'n'seal can be used to cover the jars in the refrigerator.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/img_1211.jpgYogurt culture after 8 hours in the Salton yogurt makerThis yogurt is creamy and thick and compares to any store bought yogurt I have ever tried. It is very economical and easy to make.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/img_1205.jpgSalton Yogurt Maker (5 pints)I found this yogurt maker at Goodwill for $10 dollars. Mason jars can be used in conjunction with your oven if you don't want to invest in another appliance.2012-10-12T00:32:52+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/12/31/survey-says/2012-08-16T20:44:55+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2012/07/28/in-all-its-glory/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_1075.jpgChimera and friendsA bouquet fresh from the garden. Zinnias are so colorful and come in a variety of colors and shapes. These are from the Benery Giant collection from Harris Seeds.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_10771.jpgZinnia MorphDefinitionhttps://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_1077.jpgIMG_10772012-07-29T03:41:09+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2012/06/06/the-perfect-summer-dessert-angel-food-cake/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/hang-to-cool.jpghang to coolAn old glass pop bottle is just the ticket to hang the cake upside down.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/batter-poured-and-ready-to-bake1.jpgbatter poured and ready to bakeAfter pouring, run a knife through the batter to remove large air bubbles and gently smooth out the top before baking.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/batter-poured-and-ready-to-bake.jpgbatter poured and ready to bakeAfter putting batter in the pan run a knife through the batter gently to remove large air pockets and smooth the top with a spatula..https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/batter-mixed-and-ready-to-pour.jpgbatter mixed and ready to pourThe batter is glossy and flour is just incorporated. https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/sifting-method.jpgsifting methodSift the flour and sugar from one bowl to the next 3 times. I like this method better than using a sifter.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_0750.jpgIMG_0750https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/farm-fresh-eggs1.jpgfarm fresh egg yolksFarm fresh eggs have a beautiful yellow color and stand up tall.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/farm-fresh-eggs.jpgfarm fresh eggshttps://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/angel-food-cake-pan.jpgangel food cake panThe best Angel Food Cake pan has two parts so that the cake can be removed easily from the pan. The center tube and bottom are a separate piece that can be removed from the sides. This was my Mother's pan and I treasure using it!2012-06-08T18:45:01+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2012/04/14/artisan-bread-made-easy-with-no-kneading/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_0767.jpgFresh out of the OvenOatmeal bread, made by my hands, and cooling on the rack. This loaf lasted about 5 minutes once I let the family at it!https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_0878.jpgShaped dough with egg washThis dough has been shaped, cut with a serrated knife, and brushed with an egg wash. It will raise for about 15 minutes before being put into the oven on the stone surface. Just use the parchment paper to transfer easily!https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_0872.jpgdough after one week in the frigThis dough has been resting in the refrigerator for one week. Just remove desired amount with floured hands and shape into a dough ball by pulling the sides down and under the loaf until a smooth surface is achieved.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_0876.jpgbread baking stoneI bought the rectangle bread stone and it fits perfectly in my oven on the middle rack. Notice I have a second rack just below....this is where I place my cake pan full of water to add humidity during baking.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_0871.jpgOne gallon food grade plastic bucket with lidThis one gallon food grade plastic bucket with lid works perfectly to mix and store the dough in the refrigerator until ready to bake.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_0766.jpgArtisan Oatmeal Loaf2012-05-14T00:40:07+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2012/03/26/forsythia-bush-in-my-yard/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/forsythia-2012jpg.jpgforsythia 2012JPG2012-05-01T14:59:27+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2012/03/26/burst-of-spring-transforms-my-farm/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/my-garden-20121.jpgmy garden 2012https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/my-garden-2012.jpgmy garden 2012https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/outside-my-door.jpgoutside my doorhttps://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/img_0678.jpgIMG_06782012-05-02T03:22:42+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2012/03/11/making-dreams-takes-hard-work/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/first-show-display.jpgFirst show displayDisplay at the Indiana Artisans Art Show, Marketplace, Batesville IN2012-06-04T17:38:24+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2012/03/21/easy-homemade-laundry-soap/2012-05-01T10:05:32+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2012/03/11/the-suds-on-shampoo-bars/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/shampoo-bar1.jpgshampoo barCastor oil & jojoba shampoo bars. Ya gotta try this!https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/shampoo-bar.jpgshampoo bar2012-05-01T15:34:08+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2012/02/15/chocolate-eclairs-are-scrumpcious/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/chocolate-topping.jpgchocolate toppingMelt chocolate in a microwave for just a minute or two. I applied the chocolate directly with a pastry brush.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/fill-through-a-small-hole.jpgFill eclairs with a decorating tip Fill through a small hole made with your finger or a pointed spatula. Use a pastry bag and decorators tip.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/chocolate-eclairs.jpgchocolate eclairsThe ultimate in home-made "sweet tooth" satisfaction! 2012-05-02T02:51:42+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2012/02/14/history-revisits-in-peculiar-places/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/glass-insulator.jpgglass insulatorFound nearly perfect! Not much use for an electric insulator these days; maybe it could be a paper weight.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/apothecary-bottle.jpgapothecary bottleapothecary bottle repurposed for flower and herb displayhttps://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/boyds-closeup.jpgBoyd's closeupThe lids are domed.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/boyds-glass-lid.jpgBoyd's glass lidBoyd's Genuine Porcelein Mason lidshttps://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_0667.jpgIMG_06672012-05-01T08:08:03+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2012/01/30/tree-falling-from-an-icicle-photo-nature-blog/2012-05-01T15:23:25+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2012/01/29/comfort-food-anyone/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/spaetzle-with-beef-noodles.jpgspaetzle with beef noodlesBeef and spaetzle is my kind of comfort food!https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/spaetzle-ready-to-serve.jpgspaetzle ready to servehttps://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/spaetzle-ready-to-strain.jpgspaetzle ready to strainfluffy and ready to drainhttps://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/spaetzle-dough.jpgspaetzle doughThis dough is at the correct texture to begin making the noodles.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/spaetzle-maker.jpgspaetzle makerYou put the dough in the cup and slide back and forth over the grate to form the spaetzle. 2012-05-02T01:55:15+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2012/01/18/what-is-the-simple-life/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_0226.jpgHoneysuckle in bloomTake pleasure in simple things.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_0184.jpgBlue SkiesLife can be nothing but Blue Skies if you let it.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_0464.jpgWhat do you like about the beach?Make joyous things happen!2012-05-02T07:02:43+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2012/01/08/squeaky-clean-and-loving-it/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_0640.jpgLavender Rosemary SoapI love this soap!2012-04-29T15:18:00+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2012/01/04/2011-in-review/2012-05-02T11:26:43+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2012/01/04/simple-pleasure-treasures-found-in-florida-2/2012-01-18T23:05:56+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2012/01/03/simple-pleasure-treasures-found-in-florida/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/day-on-the-beach.jpgday on the beachhttps://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/sign-in-fla.jpgsign in FLA2012-05-02T20:52:23+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/12/31/new-year-is-here-do-you-have-goals/2012-05-02T16:36:05+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/12/31/hats-off-to-the-new-year/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/ny-clipart.jpgNY clipartHave you thought about your New Year Resolutions yet?2012-01-18T23:04:01+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/12/29/simple-pleasure-treasure-december-29-2011/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/simple-pleasure-of-the-day-frame3.jpgSimple Pleasure of the day frameBeautiful things are something to be treasured.2012-05-01T03:34:23+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/12/15/a-simple-pleasure-treasure-moment-to-talk-about/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/simple-pleasure-of-the-day-frame2.jpgSimple Pleasure of the day frameToday's moment was amazing!2011-12-29T02:30:11+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/12/11/christmas-gift-ideas/2012-05-01T16:02:21+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/12/05/feeding-the-soul-while-trimming-the-tree/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/simple-pleasure-of-the-day-frame1.jpgSimple Pleasure of the day frameDecember 4th2011-12-19T00:19:49+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/12/03/have-you-gotten-your-christmas-tree-yet/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/finding-the-tree.jpgFinding the treeMy son-in-law did the cutting today.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/sheets-tree-farm.jpgSheets Tree Farm2012-05-02T14:47:48+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/12/02/blue-skies-make-me-smile/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/simple-pleasure-of-the-day-frame.jpgSimple Pleasure of the day frame2011-12-10T05:14:08+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/11/30/todays-simple-pleasure-treasure-2/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/simple-pleasure-of-the-day-frame2.jpgSimple Pleasure of the day frame2011-12-10T12:10:09+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/11/29/todays-simple-pleasure-treasure/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/simple-pleasure-of-the-day-frame1.jpgSimple Pleasure of the day frameSharing my own personal treasure hunt.2011-12-10T23:09:16+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/11/28/todays-joyous-pleasure/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/simple-pleasure-of-the-day-frame.jpgSimple Pleasure of the day frameLook for the simple pleasure every day to bring joy and balance back into your life.2011-12-29T02:34:17+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/11/27/thanksgiving-is-for-everyone/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/hummingbird-flower1.jpghummingbird flowerThe pleasure in this was actually getting the photo before the hummingbird dashed away!https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/hummingbird-flower.jpghummingbird flower2012-05-01T16:35:34+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/11/18/holiday-happiness/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/wreathfruit.gifwreathfruitWishing you a relaxed and wonderful Holiday!https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/wreath091.jpgwreathhttps://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/wreath09.jpgwreath trio2012-05-01T21:06:14+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/11/07/whats-keeping-you-inside/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/button-fungus.jpg"button" fungusThese "button" looking fungi caught my eye.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/piece-of-custard-pie.jpgpiece of custard pieThis piece didn't last long enough to get the plate dirty.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/custard-pie.jpgcustard pieThis pie is simple, easy, and delicious!https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/img_0301.jpgMoss on a logI love the delicate texture and shade of green of moss. The leaves provide a lovely canvas for the moss to embellish!https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/img_03001.jpgIMG_0300https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/img_0300.jpgIMG_0300https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/img_0303.jpgFall leavesThe blue sky offers a perfect backdrop to these colorful leaves.2011-11-08T03:07:55+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/10/27/oh-those-horrible-sick-days/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/img_0289.jpgYellow Orchid blossom hand paintedA beautiful image to bring you joy.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/sick-day1.jpgsick dayAm I sick enough to stay home today?https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/sick-day.jpgsick dayShould I go to work?2012-05-13T01:02:43+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/10/20/olive-oils-place-in-beauty/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/olive-oil1.jpgolive oilA beauty secret worth sharing: Olive Oilhttps://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/olive-oil.jpgolive oilA beauty secret to share: Olive Oilhttps://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/calla-lilly-soap-bars-with-black-white.jpgcalla lilly soap bars with black & whiteOlive Oil soap I made at home using a calla lilly mold! Luxury and beauty enhancement in one home-made product. That's what I call a Life's Simple Pleasure.2011-11-09T01:55:23+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/10/11/bringing-fall-to-you-part-two/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/natures-palette.jpgnatures' paletteI can almost put myself into this image as I gaze on the beautiful colors set off by the blue sky.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/sun-in-the-leaves2.jpgsun in the leavesOne of my favorite scenes from nature are sunbeams streaming through a woods. The light illuminates the beauty within.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/woodpecker-hole2.jpgwoodpecker holeThis woodpecker hole is amazing! The time it must have taken for that woodpecker to carve out a hole this size is a lesson in patience for us humans.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/white-honeysuckle2.jpgwhite honeysuckleThe aroma of honeysuckle is intoxicating! It is sweet and heady but not over-powering. I am so drawn to its delicate scent.2016-08-15T13:30:20+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/10/10/bringing-fall-to-you/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/woodpecker-hole1.jpgwoodpecker holehttps://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/sun-in-the-leaves1.jpgsun in the leaveshttps://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/white-honeysuckle1.jpgwhite honeysucklehttps://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/avalanche-of-color.jpgavalanche of colorWeeds produce beautiful natural blossoms that dance and sway. Goldenrod does have it's charm!https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/woodpecker-hole.jpgwoodpecker holeWonder what lives in this hole now that the woodpecker that constructed the space has departed?https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/sun-in-the-leaves.jpgsun in the leavesThe sunlight dances and illuminates the inner recesses of the woods bringing the beauty of the woods obvious, if only for a brief moment.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/white-honeysuckle.jpgwhite honeysuckleThe honeysuckle vines growing in the fence row fill the air with an intoxicating aroma. If I could just bottle that fragrance to take with me. The invitation of this heavenly smell is enough to get me out on a walk.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/walk-2.jpgwalk # 2The corridor continues to meanderhttps://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/walking-path-serenity.jpgwalking path serenityThis serenity of this path is enhanced by the earthy smell of woods and vegetation.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/img_0180.jpgSimple and BeautifulWeeds look elegant when paired with this red zinnia2012-05-02T00:06:30+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/10/03/step-into-fall/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/fall-colors-beginning-to-show.jpgfall colors beginning to showFall is yours for the taking!https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/front-yard-late-day-fall.jpgfront yard late day fallThe yard dressed in early fall colorshttps://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/img_0177.jpgBasil and ParsleyBasil and Parsley ready for the harvest!2012-05-02T02:47:17+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/09/18/eggs-the-perfect-food/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/img_0146.jpgEgg noodlesA plastic snack barrel works great to store egg noodles in.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/img_0147.jpghome made egg noodles drying on a towel.Let dry until completely brittle before storing. https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/img_0130.jpgFarm fresh eggsFarm Fresh Eggs 2011-10-14T22:51:09+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/09/05/the-chicken-or-the-egg/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/img_0142.jpgChicken and quail eggsPullet eggs can be large with double yolks or small at first. Quail eggs are much smaller in comparison.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/img_0127.jpgEgg paletteEggs come in all sizes and colorshttps://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/img_0136.jpgOur quail penFresh, clean water, clean pen, and game bird feed are crucial to healthy birds.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/img_01351.jpgPharoh quailPharoh (coturnix) quail are friendly and easy to handle for my special needs son.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/img_0133.jpgBlack Sex-LinkBlack Sex-link grazing the yard one afternoon.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/img_0138.jpg Americana chickenAn American chicken lays colored eggs2012-05-02T03:15:17+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/08/24/tomato-bliss/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/img_0037.jpgCanned tomato soup and spaghetti sauce.Soup and Spaghetti sauce out of the canner and cooling. After 24 hours they get rinsed with water and marked with the item and date before being stored.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/img_0034.jpgGreat makings for supper.Supper anyone? Tomatoes, Italian spices, salt, red wine vinegar and olive oil. What more do you need?https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/img_0035.jpgTomato canned goodsHot Salsa, Spaghetti Sauce, and Tomato Soup...one won't make it to the canned goods pantry.https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/img_0038.jpgTomatoes Fresh from the GardenTomatoes Galore!2012-05-02T15:48:28+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/08/11/the-power-of-music/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/manonota_musicale3.jpgmano+nota_musicalehttps://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/manonota_musicale1.jpgMusic and ManMusic is out there for the making, sharing, and appreciatinghttps://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/manonota_musicale.jpgThe humanity of musicMusic for the taking2011-08-25T01:30:53+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/08/08/spa-treatment-at-home/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/salt-and-sage.jpgsalt and sagesalt scrub with sage2011-08-09T22:28:27+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/08/05/canning-101-taste-of-home-recipes/2012-05-01T19:09:06+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/08/02/the-frugal-minded-point-of-view/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/violet.jpgvioletI get outside and look for the beauty in my own back yard2012-05-02T20:03:49+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/07/28/enjoying-the-sweet-days-of-summer/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/redflower.jpgSplash of colorSplash of color from my garden2012-05-01T08:07:36+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/07/26/world-community-cook-books/2011-07-26T10:18:58+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/07/24/garden-a-plenty/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/broccoli.jpgbroccolifresh from the gardenhttps://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/cucumbers1.jpgcucumbersEnglish and Pickle cucumbershttps://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/cucumbers.jpgcucumbersa mix of English and pickle cucumbershttps://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/green-beans.jpggreen beansgreen beanshttps://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/bagged-broccoli.jpgbagged broccoliStep 5: Ready for freezinghttps://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/img_3014.jpgIMG_3014https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/img_30151.jpgIMG_3015https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/img_3015.jpgdraining after cold water bathStep 3 and 4: Immerse in cold water bath and drain in colanderhttps://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/img_3013.jpgbroccoli pieces after blanchingStep 2: Blanch and strainhttps://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/img_3016.jpgbroccoli cut into piecesStep 1: Cut into desired size pieces2012-05-01T14:09:30+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/07/06/blueberries-for-the-whole-year-long/2012-05-02T10:40:24+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/07/03/4h-a-great-youth-organization/2012-05-02T12:43:09+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/06/10/vermiculture/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/img_2912.jpgMisting the bedding each weekMisting the bedding is a weekly chorehttps://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/img_2911.jpgThe worm bin Worm bin with shredded newspaper bedding2012-05-02T10:35:17+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/06/06/the-garden-paradise/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/img_2908.jpgnew flower bedCreate a private garden just for your eyeshttps://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/img_2906.jpgcultivated tomatoesWeedfree and cultivated tomatoes2012-05-01T20:47:45+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/06/02/vegetable-shampoo-soap-recipe/2019-09-29T12:02:12+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/05/22/family-recipes-for-homemade-candy/2012-05-01T03:18:56+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/05/22/seitan-the-wheat-meat/2012-05-01T00:28:48+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/05/15/garden-planting-tips/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/img_2883.jpgred cabbage transplantsnew transplantshttps://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/img_2893.jpgPansies taking yet another drink of rainPansies taking yet another drink of rainhttps://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/img_28861.jpgIMG_2886https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/img_2886.jpgThe gardenThe garden paradise2012-05-01T14:55:33+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/05/09/economical-olive-oil-recipe/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/img_28261.jpgplastic soap moldsplastic soap molds- 6 oz.2012-04-30T23:38:28+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/05/01/homemade-candy-is-a-treat/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/img_2812.jpghomemade candy homemade Almond Joy & Peanut Butter Cup2011-05-08T01:24:17+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/about/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/img_1320.jpgcrop dustingCrop dusting plane landing on the air strip on our family farm.2012-06-11T23:22:57+00:00weekly0.6https://quarteramish.com/2011/04/23/goats-a-plenty-2/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/img_2785.jpgGoats on grassTwo of my girls greedily eating green grass!https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/img_27883-e1303583629675.jpgkid playgroundA dead log makes a great kid playground2012-05-01T16:45:08+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/04/17/olive-oil-soap-recipe/2021-03-28T16:57:54+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/04/17/57/2012-06-11T00:55:02+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/03/23/diy-bath-and-body/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/img_2739.jpgbath saltsbath salts for a tired body. Sea salt, epsom salt, camphor, and euchaliptus oil refreshhttps://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/img_27281.jpglip balmNourishing lip balm! https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/img_2737.jpggoat milk and olive oil soapThis is such a wonderful soap to use!https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/img_2728.jpgNourishing lip balm2012-05-01T18:44:34+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/03/23/the-spring-revival/2011-03-23T14:24:33+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/01/20/15/2011-02-23T23:41:34+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/02/22/bread-of-life-by-hand/2012-05-01T12:03:37+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/02/02/the-bread-of-life/https://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/img_27231.jpgIMG_2723kneading bread with the mixerhttps://quarteramish.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/img_2724.jpgIMG_2724Egg Bread2011-02-13T23:31:41+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/01/23/just-being-together/2011-01-23T23:54:10+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.com/2011/01/16/life-is-about-the-process/2012-05-01T18:01:47+00:00monthlyhttps://quarteramish.comdaily1.02021-03-28T16:57:54+00:00