Thoughts to Ponder . . .
from Bill Varney, URBANherbal

November 2006

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"There are two awakenings in the garden: one in the spring, and one in the autumn. But it is autumn, when frost puts an end to the old years' bloom, that the garden year really begins; for then the pointed buds of the winter-flowering bulbs are breaking through the ground, and the buds of the wintersweet are beginning to swell. Soon afterward, stems of the Christmas-roses hump up, pulling the buds to the light, and when spring comes it funds winter flowers still in bloom. "
~Elizabeth Lawrence, Gardens in Winter, 1961

Dear Farm Family & Friends,

We are well into Fall, and starting to plant our Fall and Winter crops around the Herb Farm! Our Herb for November is Ginger, be sure to read about this wonderful herb and start your own plant. We have been busy using it in Cheesecakes and Mocha Chocolate Cake in our restaurant the past few weeks.

I am well into a new phase of my life with Roy now at college for 3-1/2 months . . .

We have had lots of activities at the Herb Farm this Fall with weddings, birthdays and anniversaries, along with lots of special events.

We have a very special Art Event November 10-12 at the Herb Farm when we will be featuring local artists, musicians, and platter painting for dinner, by reservations only. Each dish will look like a work of art! Check back in a few days for the menu and be sure to call for reservations.

Don't miss Victoria's November's Book Book Review. - Best Food Writing 2006, edited by Holly Hughes.

At the end of this month, lets all give thanks and enjoy Thanksgiving with family and friends.

Get together with family and friends and enjoy the fall weather.

Blessings,
Bill Varney & All of the
Herb Farm Family

"There is only one success — to be able to spend your life in your own way"
   ~ Christopher Morley

...and that's Life at the Herb Farm - November 2006