the heat is on
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Hello Dirt and Cactus fans! I’m back to blogging after a brief creative hiatus to reflect and refocus. The beginning of the year – and particularly this our year of 2021 – was more reflective than others for me. I’m … Read More

growing in uncertain times
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One of the reasons we moved to Pescadero was the abundance of fresh produce available year-round. We are lucky enough to have a verdant view of the farm fields below which grow produce primarily for the U.S., but also local … Read More

fresh catch
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Living by the ocean has its advantages, and one of those is the availability of fresh seafood. Just before our holiday guests arrived, some locals came by with fresh oysters and clams. Being from the PNW, I’m used to smaller … Read More