Description
Beth Syphers is the third oldest in the family lineup, the quiet one tucked behind her mother’s skirt peering out in caution. Found most days in the limbs of a tree, watching clouds and birds, or playing beneath the raspberry vines, it’s clear that Beth’s childhood happy place is outdoors in the flower garden. Her childhood imaginations have accompanied her to an adulthood filled with equal wonderment. Beth and her husband Jason have two beautiful children and they live at Crowley House Flower Farm outside McMinnville, Oregon. Their home and garden gates are always open, as they share their country lifestyle with neighbors, customers, and frequent guests. Beth knows how special it is to earn one’s living from her own land, and she cherishes the sensory pleasures of the garden. Moment of joy are found in nature, seasonal changes, a breathtaking dawn or dazzling sunset on the farm, surrounded by flora, fauna, and gifts from the garden. TABLE OF CONTENTS 9 Foreword: Welcome 13 Introduction: Two of Twelve SPRING 25 Spring Has Sprung! 28 A Day in the Life 37 Slow Work of Art 39 A Thousand First Kisses Recipes: Lemon Herb Vinaigrette; Cowboy Steak Rub 46 Sweet Dreams 50 House Keeping SUMMER 59 Picnic Time 63 Family Road Tripping 67 A Sister Comes to Visit Recipes: Blackberry Barbecue Sauce; Cilantro-Lime Coleslaw; Corn Casserole 80 Less Ethel More Lucy 83 Love & Marriage AUTUMN 91 Fall’s Golden Hour 96 Preserving the Garden 101 Mizzle Recipe: Roasted Beet Salad 107 Harvest Memories 108 A Place of Peace 113 Ode to Sunset Recipe: Farmer John’s Favorite Pumpkin Bread 116 The 9 x 13 Casserole Recipe: Mom’s Comfort Casserole WINTER 127 I Wake Suddenly 132 Wayne 136 Seasonal Rituals Recipe: Cinnamon Sugar Toast 143 Come As You Are Recipe: Harissa-Rubbed Pork Shoulder 148 The Magic of the Season 156 Betweenmas 158 Epilogue: Home
