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It’s kind of hard for me to get out in the fog and gray weather. All I want to do is sit by the fire and snuggle a kitty!

So today’s tip is – The show must go on!

Herbs need re-potting for wintering indoors, animals need feeding/cleaning/tending, windows need winterizing, vents need cleaning/closing, leaves and chestnut burrs (I hate those things) need raking and the show must go on.

If it would just actaully RAIN…then I’ll have more excuses to sit by that fire…(o:

Best Blessings!
Donna Miller

Donna Miller is an author, teacher and entrepreneur. Her favorite roles are that of wife and mother to three home-school graduates. The Millers own and operate Millers Grain House which offers Organic and Chemical-free Whole Grains, Bosch Mixers, the NutriMill, instructional tutorials, recipes and more.

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The weather is changing in many parts of the US.
Time to decide what to do with the herbs.

We like to have fresh herbs year round so I traditionally plant them in window boxes for the inside. A few tips before planing:

1. Make sure you get something that has a drip tray or pan to keep furniture safe.
2. Always add ample drainage such as rocks or broken pottery to the bottom before soil
3. Lightly transplant and only slightly disturb the roots before re-potting – a little is good.
4. Keep in a sunny window, but be sure to close drapes or shades at night when the temperature drops.
5. Keep an eye on watering and don’t over-water.

Having your own herbs indoors and on hand year round is a real treat! It brings the freshness of spring to your table and livens up those dull winter windows. Next spring, just transplant again and move outdoors!

EnJOY the journey!
Donna

Donna Miller is an author, teacher and entrepreneur. Her favorite roles are that of wife and mother to three home-school graduates. The Millers own and operate Millers Grain House which offers Organic and Chemical-free Whole Grains, Bosch Mixers, the NutriMill, instructional tutorials, recipes and more.

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Each Monday (in addition now to Tuesday’s Tips) I hope to add my musings. My mind runs wild with so many ideas and thoughts that – it seemed that on Monday, it would be a good time to empty some of those out of my head for others to benefit from!

Many a seasoned and new homesteader find organic herbs to be of great value!

This is my favorite place to find organic herbs to use in cooking, tinctures, soaps, and aromatherapy.

Mountain Rose Herbs

Hope you enJOY!

(PS: Sorry this went to drafts so it’s up on TUESDAY) (o:

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