{Dive into: Good eats & gardening}

It's fresh!

The days are longer and the weather warm. We are all at the lake, or the pool and cooking seems a little less enticing than during other times of the year. However, summer can also be the best time for healthy eating, and new recipes.

Fresh from the garden salads, camping meals, and lakeside treats are all appealing this time of year.

View all of our summer recipes throughout the site. Just click through the main headings and see them all. Or click on View all recipes.

In this issue...

Creating living spaces outdoors

From flowers, to wildlife and fish ponds, you can create an outdoor oasis! Here are some tips from the owners of Cascading Creations and GardenStone Creations, landscaping and gift stores.

Get some ideas!

Essay: A little garden magic

Mermaid Shelley shares why the sights, sounds, and smells of gardening create magic for her each summer.

You'll feel it too when you read this story.

Thirst quenching fun

Summer beverage recipes from Mermaid Debbie that are sure to knock your socks off! Check these out before your next barbeque or get-together!

View both non-alcoholic and alcohol based drinks.

Essay: The Virginal Gardener

Mermaid Jennifer explores gardening through the eyes of her grandfather and his 70 year old garden.

Can she please the Garden King?

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