Tuesday, November 16, 2010

No More Facebook

I've decided to close my facebook account. I've had a great time keeping up with friends and family there, but...for the last couple of weeks, I have getting messages through facebook from women that I do not know, and in their profile pictures, they aren't wearing anything.

I did let facebook know about the problem. Until I hear back from them with a guarantee that I won't be receiving the messages any longer, my account with them will stay closed.

Thursday, November 11, 2010

Crocus Sativus

Today I planted some Crocus Sativus bulbs. I have been wanting some of these for years, and this past spring I found a company that sells them and had them in stock. These flowers are super cool because not only are they beautiful, they produce the world's most expensive spice, saffron. Next spring I plan to pick the stigmas, dry them, and cook with them.

They really aren't supposed to grow where I live, so I have planted them in very sheltered spots next to the house. It has gotten pretty cold here in the past week, and some of the ground is frozen. I figured if I could dig the dirt today, the spot might be sheltered enough for the bulbs. Here's hoping!