tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4397301028248675567.post5467752897395195081..comments2024-01-05T04:19:37.390-08:00Comments on Simple man, simple plan.: Tomatoe Crop and the Floor ConstructionFrugal Canadian Hermithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01177261116826690085noreply@blogger.comBlogger6125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4397301028248675567.post-87112720221142737122009-09-28T21:42:23.497-07:002009-09-28T21:42:23.497-07:00Hey Jen, the bad weather seems to sneak in there w...Hey Jen, the bad weather seems to sneak in there with out any notice. I can see by your blog that we both battle the weather at times, but I guess it is a reality of life that will be there no matter what we do. I'm glad I changed to 16 inch centers too. 24 inch would have been down right crazy. I would really like to experiment with the tomatoes a bunch and try alot of different things, but I'm thinking that right now just is'nt the time. I have way to much going on before a bunch of snow starts falling, but I know I gotta do something with them for later days. I do like salsa though, and I just might have to give that a try sometime. Thanks Jen.Frugal Canadian Hermithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01177261116826690085noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4397301028248675567.post-74497112994808325782009-09-28T21:30:17.869-07:002009-09-28T21:30:17.869-07:00I like eating tomatoes raw and with salt too W.W. ...I like eating tomatoes raw and with salt too W.W. But I kinda think that once they start getting ripe, I might not be able to keep up. I might even get burnt out from to many tomatoes all at one time. That soup sounds interesting, I think I'll have to give that a try sometime soon. Thanks W.W.Frugal Canadian Hermithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01177261116826690085noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4397301028248675567.post-44392235184321401612009-09-28T21:26:31.637-07:002009-09-28T21:26:31.637-07:00Jeanie, that sounds interesting, slicing and canni...Jeanie, that sounds interesting, slicing and canning the green tomatoes for frying. I think you might have to get me educated on that. Or, I could let them ripen, and then can them, but there too, I will need a little educating. Either way, I would like to do some canning just for the experience. I think maybe you should send me some education if you don't mind. lol. <br /> All my insulation made the trip today Jeanie, thanks for the advice, I owe you one.Frugal Canadian Hermithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01177261116826690085noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4397301028248675567.post-90247268153099090132009-09-28T05:22:53.152-07:002009-09-28T05:22:53.152-07:00Hermit,
Thats some good progress right there. It ...Hermit,<br />Thats some good progress right there. It never fails when one is on a roll with a project. Bad weather has a way of puttin' things on hold. Im glad you went with the 16" centers on the floor joists. Makes for a sturdier floor. Good lookin tomato harvest you got goin there. Maybe let some ripen for a good salsa or tomato sauce? You've got plenty to experiment with. Glad you've got somewhere dry and warm to relax in while there. We're still having temperatures in the 90's. Go figure. Anyway, you're doing great. ~jenJenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04509348418996439007noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4397301028248675567.post-69457731277202999632009-09-28T02:17:51.076-07:002009-09-28T02:17:51.076-07:00your tomatoes look yummy!when they're ripe, i ...your tomatoes look yummy!when they're ripe, i eat them whole and uncooked with lots of salt!<br /><br />OR you can make a good tomato soup by bringing water to boil, add the quartered tomatoes, crack a whole egg,and dump it into the boil (watch the magic!) and add some sliced onions. don't forget the pinch of salt and half a pinch of sugar. if you want to make it taste oriental, add a tsp of sesame oil and green onion leaves or leeks! voila! warm soup on a cold night! <br /><br />congratulations on the progress of your project...good luck sir! that's a great life indeed!<br /><br /><br />w.w.womanwisdomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10356380651679322859noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4397301028248675567.post-66975141636680280642009-09-27T23:03:27.544-07:002009-09-27T23:03:27.544-07:00Mark, both your bunk house and wood work on your b...Mark, both your bunk house and wood work on your basement look great. I didn't realize the bunk house had a kitchen area and bunks...that's nice!<br />I can see your house coming together fast if the weather holds off. :)<br /><br />Your tomato stash is a nice one too... you can always slice and can the large ones for frying or make pickles with the small ones.<br />Like you have time for that! lol Another option is wrapping them in newspaper and let them ripen.<br /><br />Good luck with the weather and remember to tie down your insulation before ya haul it home tomorrow. lol :)cowgirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02516076315691432589noreply@blogger.com