Oh these June days…each one perfect in its own way. Some mornings we wake to the sound of a gentle rain, while other days we’re greeted by a striking sunrise. As the weeks pass, we find lovely blue-skied days that are ideal for gardening, or even a little afternoon nap. Sunday drives with the windows down soon find us taking in the sweet scent of wild clover.
Here in the Midwest, there are often short afternoon thunderstorms, and once they pass, if we’re very lucky, there will be the dramatic beauty of a rainbow crossing the sky. Hmmm, what’s to be found at the end of that rainbow; the mythical pot of gold? I have a feeling that pot of gold will be something different for each of us.
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What amazing memories you have. I am thankful that you have the recipe and that you are sharing with us. I have just recently learned to can and I surely enjoy it much more than I ever thought I would. Now I am going to start baking more from scratch soon.
Hi Carol – thanks, those simple things made the sweetest memories. I’m happy to know you’re a canner! It’s a lot of work, but afterward it feels good to see all those jars lined up, doesn’t it? Let me know what you’re baking!
I love the style of the magazine.
I’m 82 and just found this.
Going to visit my
Cousin in
Garden Valley I’d in July.
Oh Peg thanks for stopping by, and have a wonderful visit with your cousin – it sounds fun!
Do you still have your magazine, I haven’t received one and i know i ordered it?
Hi Margaret, yes, you can still get your copies of MaryJane’s Farm magazine! Now the magazine is self-published, printed, and sold directly from the farm. The issues have a new format…each is printed on sturdy paper and hole punched. We hear lots of Farmgirl Sisters are putting them into binders!
Here’s the link so you can see all the upcoming issues:
https://maryjanesfarm.com/Magazine
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June Days are so sweet and so special!!! Glorious mornings… precious evenings. I can sit outside and listen to the most wonderful “critter” sounds. A most wonderful time of the year!!!!
Isn’t it just ideal, June? (And what a perfect name!) the sounds, the flowers, and all there is to enjoy before the heat of summer – I agree!
You are an amazing writer – conjuring up forgotten farm memories. In this busy world, I find solace in your words. You’re a treasure, Miss Mary!
Tami – thank you for always cheering me on. It’s lovely to see you here and I appreciate your kind words…so glad you stopped by.
I am 92 , raised on a small MO farm. Love our Mary Jane magazine & your email articles/so refreshing & soo many memories of all U share. Thanking U.
Martha – oh I’m sure you have wonderful stories to tell of that Missouri farm! Hard work, absolutely – but, oh the simple pleasures to be found. Just what our hearts need. Thank you so much for dropping me a note!
June is the most beautiful month. Flowers and grasses in abundance.
You’re right Jules, this year June has been practically perfect in every way.
Ahhh…Sweet June. It is such a fickle month, however, for us here in Nod. 38 years ago, I was married on the 11th of the month and it was sweltering for weeks before and after…and 35 (almost!) years ago on the 25th of the month my son was born and the weather was likewise. This year, there is not even a resemblance of those Junes. In fact, the heat in the house kicked on yesterday. Lows are in the 40’s and highs in the 60’s (and I believe the forecast, when I checked earlier, had highs only in the high 50’s in the next day or so. I’m glad you found your Maymie’s recipe but hope you find the original soon enough. I’m not a pickled fan – nor a pepper fan – or I would think of trying it, but my mother canned pickles (and everything else possible of being canned) and they were prized even amongst all the other “old way” canners as treasures. My mother was well esteemed as a cook, baker, canner and preserver and, when my father passed away at a too-young age and she was left with a herd of littles to raise…and no education…she took a job as a cook at one of the nearby high schools. In short time, she worked her way up to kitchen manager and finally retired from that position many, many, years later, well loved and regarded.
Hi Robin – the weather here has been crazy as well. Not that I’m complaining, it has been like a taste of fall and that makes my heart happy. However, it was just predicted to be up to 97 in a week, absolutely not a fan of temperatures like that! It sounds like your mom was my kind of gal – if you have any of her recipes, I would love to see them. What a blessing that her talent for baking and cooking provided for the family. There aren’t many people who can anymore. It takes time and it’s hot work – I understand. But there’s nothing like pulling out a jar of strawberry jam in winter!