My Slice of Mexico

My Slice of Mexico

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Category: Backyard Stories

Backyard Stories

A Moment of Quiet Reflection

July 24, 2018September 22, 2018by Irene6 Comments on A Moment of Quiet Reflection
A Moment of Quiet Reflection

I was tired last night, so I did not water my garden; as I rushed to the backyard this morning, I was worrying and wondering if that had been a wise decision … click on image for more

Backyard Stories

Crop Update

July 15, 2018by Irene7 Comments on Crop Update
Crop Update

So far, it has been a very hot and generally dry summer in my area, but with regular watering and bug inspections, my garden seems to be doing well … click on image for more

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Garden Heroes

July 2, 2018July 2, 2021by Irene8 Comments on Garden Heroes
Garden Heroes

A couple of days ago, I spotted several of these little critters, while harvesting black currants. Children are very keen on them … click on image for more

Backyard Stories

My “Cair Paravel”: Everything is relative

June 15, 2018June 15, 2018by Irene7 Comments on My “Cair Paravel”: Everything is relative
My “Cair Paravel”: Everything is relative

I came back last Wednesday from a wonderful family trip to Iceland, with a short stop in Toronto to visit my in-laws. Everything was overgrown and looked different in my backyard ... click on image for more

Backyard Stories

June Forecast – Bugs, Weeds and Berries

May 31, 2018July 13, 2018by Irene4 Comments on June Forecast – Bugs, Weeds and Berries
June Forecast – Bugs, Weeds and Berries

Last Sunday, I learned that the robin nest had only one baby; all grown up, but with a speckled chest confirming a young age, it was bravely standing by the edge, preparing to leave the safety of the straw basket, and join the wide and wild world. My garden is in full motion, and ready to take-off, as well.

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Southwestern Ontario, Canada
Hardiness zone: 6B
2023
Nova Scotia Oat Cakes (October 2022)

Gansito Cake (December 2024)

Zucchini and Oat Soup (January 2025)

Chanchamitos (Fiesta Friday, December 26, 2025)

I was featured on Fiesta Friday!

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My Places in Mexico

Mexico City – Market
Culiacán, Sinaloa – Clay Cookware
Chichen Itza, Yucatán – El Caracol

My Mexican Heirlooms

Molcajete with Tejolote 1960s
Bowl with Still Life 2000s
Japanese Tea Set, from Bazar del Sabado 1990s

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