April 18, 2016

Everything else about my gardens was good and sometimes even thrilling, but this was what gardening was:  The soft sound of the shovel thrusting into and dislodging the earth.  Feeling the warmth of the sun on my shoulders.  The earth against my knees.  Saving the undisturbed hours of solitary work. – Richard Goodman
Dear Friends,
    At least this record breaking (again) heat is later in the year then the last two years.  The farm animals do just fine as there’s always water and shade available for them but the crops are all confused.  Our newly planted summer foods like tomatoes, squashes, beans, eggplant and more are liking it but the lettuces and radishes don’t and all want to mature and go to seed all at once.  There’s one thing that doesn’t change for running a farm..every single day is different with new challenges!
     Mother’s Day is coming soon.  Almost all the flowers in the flower shops are imported from South America.  Please keep us in mind for generous, beautiful and local bouquets for your loved ones.
     All on-line orders and referrals for new stakeholders welcomed and appreciated.
     We’re always grateful for our loyal supporters.  This last food producing farm in Carmel Valley is important for a lot of reasons and donations always welcomed!
     Hope you’re enjoying and benefiting from your deliveries.  A lot of old fashioned hard work and planning makes it possible.  And grown with love and care..of course.
     Call or email me if you need cooking tips.  Happy to oblige.
“Recipes”
DELIVERY ITEMS FOR THE WEEK OF APRIL 18th, 2016
*Please note that some substitutions may apply from time to time
Large
Medium
Juicing
Petite
Fruit Only
Avocado
Valencia oranges (juicing)
Valencia oranges (juicing)
Sprouts
Valencia oranges (juicing)
 Bananas
 Bananas
Kale
Mini bouquet
Barlett pears
Sprouts
Sprouts
Barlett pears
Lettuce
Ataulfo mangos
Yellow or red pear heirloom tomatoes
Yellow or red pear heirloom tomatoes
Sprouts
Bok choi
 Bananas
Lettuce
Lettuce
Yellow or red pear heirloom tomatoes
Avocado
Yellow or red pear heirloom tomatoes
Flowers
Flowers
Ginger – one small piece
Kale or Swiss Chard
Avocado
Broccoli
Broccoli
Broccoli
Italian parsley
Tangerines
Bok choi
Bok choi
Ataulfo mangos
Broccoli
Blood oranges
Ataulfo mangos
Avocado
Italian parsley
Salad Mix with Edible Flowers
Limes
Scallions
Ataulfo mangos
Baby celery
Limes
Medjool dates
Kale or Swiss Chard
Kale or Swiss Chard
Blood oranges
Italian parsley
Italian parsley
Tangerines
Blood oranges
Blood oranges
Salad Mix with Edible Flowers
Tangerines
Tangerines
Limes
Salad Mix with Edible Flowers
Salad Mix with Edible Flowers
Medjool dates
Medjool dates
Limes
Limes
Shop our Green Store for other healthy products.
When your order is $25 or greater this week, we’ll include a beautiful spring bouquet at no charge!
For every new member you refer, you’ll both receive a $10 Green store credit.
Thank you so much to all of our loyal supporters.  We sincerely hope we have helped your health and well-being with our food and brightened your day with our flowers.
Enjoy in good health,
Stephenie