Drive-in Entertainment and Weekly Garden Cuisine (7-13-25)
In the heart of early August 2025, the blueberry patch is thriving, offering a bountiful harvest for those eager to pick. The season is in full swing, with ripe berries available at multiple farms[2][3][4]. Despite challenges posed by fungal diseases like mummy berry and pests such as blueberry bud mites, sustainable farming practices are keeping these threats at bay, ensuring a quality crop[1].
Meanwhile, the garden and pumpkin patch are looking lively and vibrant, with reports indicating that raspberries are in peak season, expected to continue until late July[5]. However, specific updates on the conditions, challenges, or harvest status of the garden and pumpkin patch were not found in the recent search results.
The family has been making the most of the garden's produce, enjoying meals filled with squash, zucchini, purple beans, and fresh salads made from lettuce, strawberries, blueberries, almonds, and raw cheese[7]. The unique touch comes from frying the vegetables in lard from sausage bought from a friend, adding flavour without the need for salt.
The hard work and positive spirit displayed by Lori were evident in the blueberry patch, where she put in a morning's work on Monday[6]. Her efforts, along with those of Mama, have been instrumental in maintaining the blueberry patch.
In a fun twist, Tilly and Samuel carved their names into their pumpkins, ready for the upcoming autumn festivities[8]. The family has already enjoyed a drive-in movie experience, watching the live action of "How to Train Your Dragon"[3]. This was the second such outing for the kids, who continue to enjoy these special family moments.
Amidst the challenges faced by the garden, such as squash bugs, hornworms, and deer, the gardeners remain proud of their efforts and the success they've achieved so far[6]. The garden is tended to for an hour or two every morning, about four to five times a week.
Two standout features in the garden are the 12-foot tall sunflowers, which delight Samuel and Kaitlyn[9]. As the summer unfolds, the family continues to enjoy the fruits of their labour, looking forward to the upcoming pumpkin season and the memories it will bring.
In the midst of their homeschooling routine, Lori and Mama take a break to prepare a unique home-and-garden inspired meal, incorporating fresh food-and-drink items like blueberries, lettuce, squash, and raw cheese into their dishes, cooked with a distinct twist using lard from sausage. Amidst the vibrant and lively garden, which includes thriving sunflowers loved by the children, the family applies sustainable farming practices to combat challenges like squash bugs, hornworms, and deer, maintaining a positive lifestyle that values the rewards of hard work.
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