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The Natty Gambit

by Julie Branstetter

       Christian, Wife, Mom, Teacher, Writer, Entrepreneur

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    Seven Ripe Blueberries
    Julie Branstetter
    • Aug 7, 2020
    • 12 min

    Seven Ripe Blueberries

    Each year, at the beginning of early spring, the blueberry bush blooms and catches my eye. It is always exciting to see them because...
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    When Nothing Seems to Change
    Julie Branstetter
    • Oct 15, 2019
    • 3 min

    When Nothing Seems to Change

    The caterpillar, not the butterfly, teaches us that growth doesn’t always look like a total transformation, but it is still progress!
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    BLT Pasta Salad
    Julie Branstetter
    • Jun 13, 2019
    • 2 min

    BLT Pasta Salad

    BLT Pasta Salad Recipe It's so good, that's all you need to know. No life story, no scrolling for ages to find the recipe. Just make it...
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    Painted Terracotta Pots
    Julie Branstetter
    • Feb 7, 2016
    • 5 min

    Painted Terracotta Pots

    This has got to be the hardest time of year for people who love to garden, especially those who plant vegetable gardens.There are a few...
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    Early Spring Sprouts
    Julie Branstetter
    • May 5, 2013
    • 2 min

    Early Spring Sprouts

    I finally had a free morning to walk through my yard early and take some photos of our early signs of spring in Elm City, North Carolina ...
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    Simple Southern Living
    Julie Branstetter
    • May 3, 2013
    • 1 min

    Simple Southern Living

    I took my girls out for a day of strawberry picking at Deans Farm in Wilson, NC today. They enjoyed some homemade ice cream and berries...
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    Our Little Elsie
    Julie Branstetter
    • Jul 6, 2012
    • 2 min

    Our Little Elsie

    When my neighbor's wife died, he went into an old folks home and when his family cleaned out his home to sell it they brought over all of...
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    Strawberry Garden Blues
    Julie Branstetter
    • Jun 15, 2012
    • 5 min

    Strawberry Garden Blues

    Well, I finally did it. I pulled up the boards around my strawberry bed (100 sq ft) and mowed over the entire thing. I cut up the wood...
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    Natural Deterrent for Eastern Grey Squirrels
    Julie Branstetter
    • May 12, 2012
    • 1 min

    Natural Deterrent for Eastern Grey Squirrels

    If you have struggled with those pesky squirrels rip[ping up all your hard work this spring here is a quick tip for keeping them at bay. ...
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    Black Spot Fungus on Rose Bushes
    Julie Branstetter
    • May 12, 2012
    • 1 min

    Black Spot Fungus on Rose Bushes

    Do you have those black spots on the leaves of your rose bushes, followed by yellow leaves and then bony stems and no leaves? Yep, you...
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    Spring Hides & Squirrels Destroy
    Julie Branstetter
    • May 3, 2012
    • 3 min

    Spring Hides & Squirrels Destroy

    Today was a hot day in eastern North Carolina. It is the third day of May and suddenly we go from a wonderfully cool spring to a super...
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    Need Loads of Dirt on a Budget?
    Julie Branstetter
    • Apr 16, 2012
    • 2 min

    Need Loads of Dirt on a Budget?

    Here is a great tip that I learned when attempting to fill my large garden beds with dirt last week. If you've ever had to purchase...
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    Build Your Own Raised Garden Beds
    Julie Branstetter
    • Apr 12, 2012
    • 7 min

    Build Your Own Raised Garden Beds

    I have noticed kits available for purchase now that you can order online or purchase in the local hardware stores with pre-cut wood that...
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    While I'm Waiting
    Julie Branstetter
    • Feb 8, 2012
    • 2 min

    While I'm Waiting

    While I am waiting for the winter to slip into Spring I am planning my raised garden beds and wondering about my strawberries. This...
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    Raised Garden Bed Dreaming
    Julie Branstetter
    • Jan 12, 2012
    • 3 min

    Raised Garden Bed Dreaming

    We haven't had much of a winter this year. In fact, nothing has completely died off. My hanging plants wilt one day and bounce back the...
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