We are well into the second growing season and despite a late frost in the spring we seem to be off to a good start. Each year so far we are expanding the garden. Working up new ground which is slow, hard work as the land was fallow for years before we moved here only a couple year ago. Of course in gardening most hard work is rewarded, once tilled the fresh soil is very rich and healthy.

The hens are happy to be out on pasture after the long cold months all cooped up (pun intended). T...