Finally A Breather

Wow, it has been a busy week or two here in the Phillips house. Three weeks ago my washer broke down and I had to shop for a new one. After hearing so much about front loaders and the savings involved I ordered one and it arrived on Wednesday.Here is a picture of my new toy. I love how quickly I can get my washing done now and believe me 3 weeks of washing in one day is no mean feat. I just can't believe how little water these machines use.

Then of course the garden produce has started to come in with a vengence.

I spent 5 hours one afternoon boiling beets and getting them sliced and in the freezer. They are finished now and boy am I glad. I didn't have to pickle any as last year I made enough to last two years.

Of course at the same time I was trying to keep up with the beans. I did manage it with just a little hair pulling.

The cherries got ripe and so it was on to making cherry jam.

Then my sister in law called and said the chokecherries were ripe and it was time to pick them. Chokecherry jelly was next on my list of preserves.

Today a friend dropped off about 5 quarts of blueberries. What is a girl supposed to do! Of course! Make jam and freeze the rest.

All done now thank heavens.

Tomorrow it will be beans again and more than likely more cucumbers and perhaps a green pepper or two.

Well off to visit you all. Everyone have a wonderful evening.

God bless.