Last updated on March 12th, 2021
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xKevin
Deidre Hemmingway says
Thank you so much for the information about the Linden tree. You did such a beautiful job in describing the beautiful aroma, it is absolutely beautiful! I live near a college and walk there each day and in the late spring early summer I have the privilege of surrounding my self daily under a magnificent array of thousands of buzzing been and an intoxicating aroma. This wonderful tree only blooms every other year, have I correctly identified this tree?
Thank you, Deidre
Gloria Bolling says
Kevin
I followed your advice on growing african voilets. Good advice.*Wow *I have baby voilets & no where to keep them. In the photos the plants are in flower pots hanging around the window / on the wall & on the sill. I am seeking info on where / how to get the shelves. They would be perfect for my AVs. Thanks*
Kevin Lee Jacobs says
Hi Gloria – Click here for glass shelf information: Steps to a Window Garden.
Jeannie LeJeune says
Thank you Kevin for all the wonderful recipes you have shared with us through the years. I routinely make several favorites and plan to try the Braeburn gravy next. Happy Thanksgiving to you, Mr.Fox, lily and the kitties!
Kim says
I’m doing the cooking. I love to cook and really enjoy having all my family here. My 4 pups really like all the attention and special treats they get. After dinner we love to go down to the ocean and walk on the beach before dessert! Have a Happy Thanksgiving.
Tara Burgess says
Just three of this year.
While the turkey is in the oven we’ll be scouting for greens to decorate for the holiday.
Have a wonderful Holiday Kevin.
Linda says
Hi Kevin,
I’m having Thanksgiving dinner at my nephew’s home along with my grand and great nieces and nephews. Joining us will be our canine family Digby, Athena and Meeka. Wishing you and yours a very Happy Thanksgiving!
Kitty from Wisconsin says
Always look forward to seeing your emails. Your photography is scrumptious!
alan says
We’ll be travelling up to Northampton, Massachusetts for the Thanksgiving holiday at our sister and in-law’s house – looking forward to some great food and relaxation! Hope yours is a good one!
BRENDA M TURRENTINE says
How is the kitty?
Kevin Lee Jacobs says
Hi Brenda – I included an update on Kitty Binky in a recent video. Click here to watch.
Sandy says
Love your letter with great recipes and plant ideas. Didn’t Mr Fox do KETO at one time? I’d like to see more recipes for these dishes.
RUTH RANDALL says
I’m going to the fish store tomorrow to get halibut, spinach, and mushrooms. I loved the simplicity of the recipe — can’t wait to try it!
Anne Boyle says
Hi Kevin
I have to make a vegan dinner for book club. Can you help me? Please – we are all sick of African Sweet Potato Stews!! Thanks!
Kevin Lee Jacobs says
Hi Anne – Click here for my vegan recipes. Hope you find something that appeals!!
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Not receiving your Sunday articles which I so enjoyed.
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Best Eve Graham
Kevin Lee Jacobs says
Hi Evelyn – Not sure why you stopped receiving my updates. Probably best to re-subscribe at the link above.