Rain, Rain, Go Away

By Cindy Naas

What is the weather forecast for your region tomorrow?

Chances are, if you’re a gardener, you know the answer to that question.

However, for non-gardeners who don’t have barbecues planned, the fascination with the weather may not be the same.

I grew up on a farm, and it was our business to keep an eye on the weather. Our hay and crops, and sometimes even the safety of our livestock, all depended on trying to guess what nature had in store for us. Farm kids grow up knowing that a dry summer will mean Read the rest of this entry »