Tall Tales from Kansas

I was very pleased to see the pumpkin succulent designer at the market this morning. I NEED some for my thanksgiving tablescape. While we were chatting he told me he was glad to see the season of succulent pumpkins coming to an end because they are pretty time consuming to make. I am so glad he takes the time, and also know exactly what he means about being glad when it is time to get on to something else.

Above and below I present 2 carrot crops. The farmer who grew the ones below told me that she tries every year to grow carrots and “they just grow where they want to” – in every direction with multiple limbs. She said she thought they just didn’t like her soil. I love her sign that says “Kansas Carrots with character”

A cute mother-daughter duo with dog thrown in as added bonus.

Fresh herbs available for holiday cooking.

I was happy to get a couple of zucchini for the steak/chicken/pepper/onion kabobs Chris is making for supper tonight.

They walked in as I was leaving. Loved the moccasins.

Here is what came home with me today. That butternut squash is going to get roasted or it may get turned into a bisque. Leaving my options open for now.

The market season is drawing to a close and I am soaking it up while it lasts. Storing up all the good food and feelings I get on my weekly visits… to carry me through the winter. If you are in the area, the holiday market is on December 13th and it’s always a good time.