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How To Preserve and Use Fresh Mint

June 2, 2023 by BlessingsInSurprise

Summer is upon us, and with it comes the delightful fragrances and mouthwatering tastes of fresh herbs!  In today’s video, I’m going to show you multiple different ways that you can preserve and use fresh mint to make the most out of your summer harvest (such as turning your fresh mint into this delicious minty limeade!)  Don’t grow mint?  No problem!  These methods will work for other types of fresh herbs, as well!  Watch the video here, and be sure to scroll down to see the links to the products used in today’s video.

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RECIPE FOR HOMEMADE LIMEADE WITH MINT: https://blessingsinsurprise.com/2021/02/14/deliciously-refreshing-limeade-with-mint/

 

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Father’s Day Gift Ideas 2023

May 26, 2023 by BlessingsInSurprise

Father’s Day is just around the corner, but no worries!  I have got you covered this year with this list of TRIED AND TRUE gift ideas for that special father in your life!  I say “tried and true” because there is NOTHING on this list that we do not personally own, use and love!  So without further ado, here are our recommendations for 2023:

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How To Plant Tomatoes To Avoid Blossom End Rot and Pest Problems

May 23, 2023 by BlessingsInSurprise

Have you ever grown tomatoes that appeared beautiful on the top, until you flipped them over and realized that the whole bottom was rotted out?  This is a condition called blossom end rot, and in today’s video, I’m going to show you how to avoid it.  Check it out here:

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I'm Anne, a city girl gone country! I garden, preserve food and raise chickens, but most of all, I love to spend time with my husband, three kids and our pack of German Shorthair Pointers.

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