Well, the pea plants finally conceded to entropy via powdery mildew, as they do when they’re over it. They had a good run!

There were many beautiful moments to appreciate this week.

The smoke brought a spell of subtle but notable bad vibes that felt great to have behind us; when the air cleared it was easy to be grateful for air that doesn’t hurt. There are almost no mosquitoes, The house wrens sound like robots, the deer fence keeps working, the day to day farm life is less dramatic these days. Kristin did find some ominously-sized bear scat in the back meadow, though.

Inside Box Eight

• Beans
• Cabbage
• Eggplant – If you got a big one, it’s name is “Thanos.” Great marinated & grilled. Or breaded and fried. Or baked.
• Shallots – whatever you don’t want to use now, can be simply left on your counter; the tops will dry. (Don’t put them in the fridge, as the tops can get sorta slimy.)
• Broccoli Microgreens
  “These offer a concentrated dose of nutrients, including vitamins A, C, E, and K, as well as minerals like calcium, iron, and magnesium. They are particularly rich in sulforaphane, a compound with potential cancer-fighting and anti-inflammatory properties. These tiny greens can also support heart health, improve digestion, and boost the immune system” So, yeah.
• Basil – complements tomatoes, if you don’t turn into a pesto instead. Don’t put it in a cold fridge or it will blacken.
• Cucumbers – not too many, but we sure were tempted; we have too many and this may be a cry for help right here
• Zucchini
• Tomatoes & Cherry Tomatoes

Enjoy the air, the beauty, and your food!