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He’s your friend, your husband and the father of your beloved children – all wonderful reasons to buy him a Father’s Day gift that expresses the depth of your love and admiration. From personal to practical, here are some gift suggestions for wives who are looking for the perfect Father’s Day gift for their special man.

 

Romantic Father’s Day Gifts

Hidden Message Tag.

A thoughtful way to keep your words of love and encouragement close to his heart is to give him a sterling silver engraved pendant with a hefty link chain designed to be worn by a man. Look for a pendant that is large enough to have up to two lines of text engraved on one side and his initials engraved on the other side.

Monogrammed Robe.

If your hubby is like many busy dads, he could probably use a new robe to wear when he finally gets some time to relax at home. A luxurious cotton robe with roomy pockets makes a great gift, especially when you have his name or initials embroidered on the front for an extra touch of personal style.

Digital Photo Key Chain.

This makes a great gift for any dad who wants to keep up to 60 of his favorite family photos close at hand. You can find key chains that come with an attached digital photo player that makes it easy for dad to download new photos from his computer whenever he likes, and display them as single images or in a slide show.

Fine Wines.

If you know dad will enjoy a glass of fine wine or vintage champagne from a world-class vineyard, there are plenty of wine gifts to choose from. Many wine gift baskets also come with gourmet snacks, nuts, cookies, cheeses, or imported chocolates. There’s also one basket that includes everything you need (except the chef) to make a Tuscan-style pasta dinner to enjoy with the wine.  

Practical Father’s Day Gifts

Talking Grill Thermometer.

If your favorite dad loves gadgets, backyard grilling or both, this might be the coolest Father’s Day gift he’ll ever receive. To barbecue meat to perfection every time, all he does is insert a wireless sensor into the meat, program the cut of meat and desired doneness level, then sit back and relax until the unit announces (by programmable voice or audio signal) that it’s ready.

Trunk Organizer.

Whether he travels for business or spends time in the car on family outings, a canvas travel organizer can help him keep everything stored neatly in the back of his car. Look for a trunk organizer made of foldable canvas that also includes a cooler to keep food and drinks cold during road trips, sporting events, picnics, and other occasions.

 

Hanging Travel Case.

Hanging toiletry cases are replacing traditional Dopp kits and make a great gift for dads who travel or like to shower after a workout. Most travel cases are made from nylon or leather, with compartments to keep his soap, hair products, and personal toiletries organized. A handy hook makes it easy to hang the open case up for easy access to everything inside.

Father’s Day is the perfect occasion to honor dad for how hard he works and how much he is loved all year long. When you find a gift that he really likes, he’ll think of you every time he wears it, uses it, looks at it, or takes a delicious sip.

If you don’t like meat or you are just trying to cut back on the meat in your diet, here is a fresh vegetable lasagna for you.  One of the key words here, is fresh.  You will notice this recipe does not use canned vegetables.  And this recipe is okay for diabetics, too, since it has a great protein to carb ratio.

FRESH VEGETABLE LASAGNA8-oz uncooked lasagna noodles1 pkg (10-oz) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1 cup shredded carrots1/2 cup sliced green onions1/2 cup sliced green bell pepper1/4 cup chopped parsley1/2 tsp black pepper1 1/2 cups 1% lowfat cottage cheese1 cup buttermilk1/2 cup plain nonfat yogurt2 egg whites1 cup fresh sliced mushrooms1 can (14-oz) artichoke hearts, drained and chopped2 cups (8-oz) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheeseCook noodles according to the package directions, omitting salt.  Drain.  Rinse under cold water until cool; drain well.  Set aside.Preheat oven to 375 degrees.  Combine spinach, carrots, green onions, bell pepper, parsley, and black pepper in a large bowl.  Set aside.Combine cottage cheese, buttermilk, yogurt, and egg whites in a food processor or blender and process until smooth.Spray a 9 x 13-inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.  Arrange 1/3 of the noodles in the bottom of the pan.  Spread with half each of cottage cheese mixture, spinach mixture, mushrooms, artichokes, and mozzarella cheese.  Repeat layers ending with lasagna noodles on top.  Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the top.  Cover and bake for 30 minutes.  Remove the cover and continue baking 20 minutes or until bubbling and heated through.  Let stand 10 minutes before cutting to serve.Yield: 8 servings.  Per serving: 250 calories, 26 g carbs, 22 g proteinThe protein to carb ratio makes this a good diabetic pasta dish, especially for those diabetics who don’t like meat.Enjoy!

Create a welcoming atmosphere by turning a house into a cozy home. These days, massive furniture styles are attracting people a lot. If you too want to create a living area that can give you plentiful entertainment and lend you home look and feel that is unique. Making your home stand out from the existing crowd, it creates a perfect living room for you and your family. Now, you may be thinking that why everyone wants to shop for specific living room furniture products. The reason is they not only add sense of style in a cost effective way, but also create unique warmth in your own house. No doubt, your living room is the place that you visit most frequently. For most of the people, a living room is a place where you can have family get together and can frequently welcome guests. So, it becomes essential that you living room furniture should create a feel that is special and cozy. Adding more, many people have started placing integral furniture designs that look absolutely stunning and are cost effective. As you know, creating a great living atmosphere is the most memorable feature of present day furniture; hence it enables you to add more warmth to your house in a literal manner. Add Cozy Feel to Home DécorAlthough, furniture is made to meet basic purposes, yet it provides ample space for style and elegance. Tables, sofa beds, cabinets, cases, and tub chairs are made not only to make the lives of people easier, but also more comfortable. Classified by style, it helps in organizing various home items as an added warm interior décor. It also contributes greatly to the entire ambiance of your house. You may even check options as upholstered furniture for elegant yet cleaner looks. Generally, these pieces are more for personal use. Matching specific interior designs, it can be found as occasional furniture that include furniture designs that is appropriate for every home owner who wants to add an extra warmth to a home décor. • Arrange furniture pieces rightly to make them easily visible from the place.• Buy pieces of furniture, offering designs that can add more warmth to your living place. • Opt for furniture fashion that makes your living room look brighter than ever.• Mark out a warm conversation area by placing a coffee table in it. • Place soft incandescent lights to make your room look cozy. • Stick to simplistic furniture style to keep your home not only cozy, but also clean and well organized.• Use furniture accessories to attract maximum number of visitors. Through a number of ways, you can add extra warmth to your living room area. Most importantly, by making a right selection of furniture pieces, you can polish the existing décor of your home in a unique way. Helping you to create a better living place, you living room décor transform your house into a cozy home. Instilling a warm feeling into your family and friends, it introduces physical dimensions for a bright, warm, lavish, airy, and spacious home.

Have you planned that special gift for your dad on this Father’s Day? Or this time too, it’ll be a stereotyped gift? Don’t you think it’s time you explore some innovative Father’s Day gift ideas to show your love to your dad?Forget about ties, wallets, belts, and sunglasses. Your old man is probably too tired of getting these gifts all through his life. Just like every one else, he too needs a change from the monotonous gifts you give him each year. How about a totally ‘out-of-the-blue’ gift idea that’ll take your dad by surprise? Internet is full of unique Father’s Day gift ideas and one such idea stuck me when I stumbled upon dedicated Father’s Day bobblehead dolls.Sounds strange? Read on and allay all your doubts regarding this innovative gift just for your dad on Father’s Day.If you thought that Bobblehead dolls are for kids, think again. You’ll be surprised to learn how people have lapped up the idea of bobblehead dolls as perfect gifts for different occasions. Father’s Day is no exception. With bobblehead themes ranging from golfing, businesses, and simple gentlemanly, you have a winner in your hand.Of all the Father’s Day gift ideas, what makes bobblehead dolls special? Apparently, humor seems to be the idea behind the emergence of these dolls as innovative gifts. Besides bringing a smile on the face of your dad, they can also be personalized to carry a text or voice message for your dad. You can also request customization of these dolls by sending in two latest pictures of your dad – one front-view and another side-view, with a specific request about the attire you want on the bobblehead.The best part is that these innovative Father’s Day gift ideas won’t cost you a fortune, but still manage to leave a lasting impression on your dad.

Living room is the most important part of your home as it is the first impression of your whole home. You can either convert your living room into a formal place or a place to sit with family that has a coziness. For any type of living room renovation, it is the furniture, curtains, rugs or carpet, wall color and accessories that matter the most. So while decorating it, consider all and your budget.FurnitureBefore selecting the furniture make sure what style you want. It can be Traditional, Contemporary, Victorian, European and mix of two. There is no hard and fast rule of sticking to one style as you can use your own creativity to create the style of your own. Also decide the color scheme in advance as your whole efforts will go waste at the end if there is a big mismatch. Once you have decided that shop for the furniture. Read living room decor ideas to know more. ColorThe color scheme will be according to the furniture that you have selected. You can either have the same color but with different tone or you can have the contrasting color. Like in contemporary living room it is the contrast that rules the entire decor. On the other hand, in traditional style select the color as per the furniture color which is generally brown, beige and cream. Pick the wall color or color of wall paper according to the color of furniture, flooring and upholstery.CurtainsThis is the most important part of furnishing. In this also comes the window treatments. Consider the wall and furniture color along with amount of Sunlight before buying curtains. Pick the bold color and floral pattern if you have picked the contemporary theme. You can go with the plain curtains with tassel and other accessories if the theme is traditional. The fabric of the curtain markedly affects the appearance. Pick light fabric if your room is small and has less light. AccessoriesThere are many accessories in the market that can be used to enhance the overall look of the living room. These are throw pillows, rugs, carpets, wall hangings, paintings and other such products. Try to mix and match the different colors and designs to bring out the desired effect.

Be it a business trip or an annual summer holiday, a hectic official schedule or work stress, the passion for sports hardly shrinks the enthusiasm of sport-lovers despite the tide of time send them at any age.If your father is a footie fan and he has never dare to discourage his love for football then it’s pretty much fabulous time to offer him this year a unique gift of a great gentleman’s game that is Football Share Gift Box which has a dual effect on the buyer and the recipient heart. The gift gives recipient a chance to have the ownership in one of the following clubs such as Birmingham City, Celtic, Charlton Athletic, Millwall, Glasgow Rangers, Sheffield United, Southampton or Watford.  With this gift pack, you will find the share registration details enclosed inside the Football Share Gift Box providing the details and the name of the club that your father would like to become a shareholder in. After becoming a genuine shareholder of your favourite Football Team, the gift owners enjoy the perks of their new privileged position as well as annual reports and invitations to AGMs.  The Football Share Gift Box is easily available from TotallyGifts.co.uk at £29.99; it pays to know how to avoid costly surprises! Besides this one, you can also buy many other Unique Father’s Day Gifts that have been carefully selected keeping him in mind and available in a fantastic, extensive prize range.Among the collection of multiple gift items, Football Share Gift Box is indeed an ultimate gift that definitely scores the big points in the heart of your father.

Olive Garden is a casual dining American restaurant chain specializing in Italian-American food.

 

The ambiance of Olive Garden restaurants seeks to replicate an old-world Italian style, utilizing foliage in their décor, stucco walls, and background music consisting of Italian themes.

And — The food is great!

Olive Garden’s Culinary Institute of Tuscany, located in the heart of Tuscany, Italy in a restored 11th century village, is where Olive Garden’s chefs learn the secrets of great foods in Italy – like how to combine fresh ingredients – to create authentic Italian foods that you’ll enjoy sharing with your family and friends. You can cook your favorites at home — it’s easy and only a fraction of the cost!

 Go ahead!

Astound your family and friends with your culinary abilities!

 

–Olive Garden Lasagna–

Alfredo Sauce:

1/2 lb. sweet or salted butter

12 oz. heavy cream

Fresh ground white pepper

1 1/2 cups fresh Parmesan, grated

Ricotta Cheese Mix:

1 pint Ricotta cheese

2 oz. Romano, grated

3 oz. Mozzarella, shredded

2 tbls. green onions, sliced

2 teas. fresh parsley, chopped

1/2 teas. salt

1/8 teas. black pepper

1/4 teas. dried basil

1/4 teas. dried oregano

1 1/4 cups Alfredo sauce, cooled

Vegetable Mix:

4 cups broccoli florets

2 cups carrots, sliced 1/4″

4 cups fresh mushrooms, sliced 1/4″

2 cups red bell peppers, diced

1 cup green bell pepper, diced 1 cup yellow onion, diced

2 cups zucchini, sliced

Lasagna noodles

18 slices Mozzarella cheese, 1/2 oz. each

Lay out enough dry lasagna strips in a 9×13 pan to ensure you have enough to make 3 full layers, with very little overlap on each layer. Remove the dry strips and cook according to package instructions until barely “al dente” and drain.

ALFREDO SAUCE: Heat water to a boil in the bottom of a double boiler. Add butter, cream and pepper to the top pot and heat until butter is completely melted, then stir in Parmesan until melted and blended.

Remove top pot and set aside to cool. Divide the Olive Garden Lasagna 307 sauce into 2 equal portions. Refrigerate 1 portion for use later.

RICOTTA CHEESE MIX: Combine all ingredients in a bowl and blend thoroughly with a rubber spatula. Set aside at room temp.

VEGETABLES: Combine all veggies and mix well.

ASSEMBLY: Coat the bottom and sides of a 9×13 baking dish with vegetable spray. Lay out cooked lasagna strips (about 4) to cover entire bottom. Spread 1-1/4 c of the Ricotta mix evenly over the strips. Top with 8 c of veggie mix and spread out evenly. Lay out 9 of the mozzarella slices to cover the veggie layer. Repeat this layering. Top the second layer of mozzarella slices with lasagna strips and spread them evenly with 1-1/4 c ricotta cheese mix to finish.

COOKING: Spray a sheet of foil with vegetable spray and cover the baking dish tightly with the foil, sprayed side down. Bake in a preheated 375F oven for about an hour or until the internal temp is 165F. Remove from the oven and allow to sit for a few minutes, covered, before cutting and serving. Immediately prior to serving, heat the reserved portion of Alfredo Sauce and ladle the hot sauce over each slice of lasagna as it is served.

 

–Olive Garden Pasta Frittata–

12 Ounce spaghetti, cooked, cut into 2″ pieces

3 Ounce green onions, sliced

3 Ounce thick bacon, cooked and chopped

vegetable spray or margarine

3 tblsp Fontina, shredded, heaping

Parmesan, grated

3 3/4 cup

FRITTATA BATTER: 6 Medium eggs

2 1/2 cups Half and half

5 Teaspoon cornstarch

1 dash nutmeg

Preheat oven to 350F.

 

FRITTATA BATTER: Beat eggs, half and half, cornstarch, salt and nutmeg thoroughly until all ingredients are completely blended. Blend the 2″ spaghetti pieces, green onion rings and bacon pieces in a bowl until evenly mixed.

Coat a 1-1/2 qt round baking dish, including walls, with spray or margarine. Empty the spaghetti mixture into the baking dish and spread evenly. Add the frittata batter to cover the filling mix.

Bake in a 350~ oven for about 25 minutes until center is set. When center is set, cover the frittata evenly with the Fontina and bake until cheese is golden. Turn off the heat and open oven door. Let the frittata set in the open oven for 15 minutes for the batter to set more firmly and make removing from the dish easy. Before serving, sprinkle with Parmesan and cut into 4 wedges.

 

–Olive Garden Shrimp Primavera–

SAUCE:

6 tbsp. butter or margarine

1 tbsp. garlic, fresh, minced

1 oz. package Knorr Newburg Sauce Mix (or similar)

32 oz. crushed tomatoes, canned

1-1/2 tbsp. lemon juice, fresh

1/4 tsp. (or to taste) red pepper, crushed

1/2 tsp. basil, dry

1/4 tsp. marjoram, dry

1/2 tsp. black pepper

VEGETABLES:

1/2 lb. mushrooms, halved (or quartered if large)

1 cup green bell peppers, cut into 1″ squares

1 cup red bell peppers, cut into 1″ squares

1/2 cup yellow onion, cut into 1″ squares

2 Tbsp. butter for sauting

PASTA:

1 lb. fresh Olive Garden Linguine (or quality dry pasta)

SHRIMP:

1 lb. medium to large fully cooked shrimp, thawed and drained Melt butter in 3-quart saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and cook one minute. Add remaining spice and tomato ingredients, stir well and simmer for 10 minutes.

Meanwhile, in a large saute pan, melt 2 tbsp. butter. Saute vegetables about 3 minutes until crisp – tender. Add to the sauce and simmer 5 minutes more.

Cook pasta according to directions. When pasta is almost done, stir shrimp into sauce to heat through. Do not boil. Spoon Primavera over hot linguine. Pass Parmesan cheese.

 

–Olive Garden Capellini Pomodoro–

3 cloves Garlic, mince

2 pounds Plum tomatoes; seeded, diced

1 ounce Fresh basil leaves, minced

1/3 cup Extra virgin olive oil

3 ounces Parmesan cheese

12 ounces Dry angel hair pasta, cooked

1/4 teaspoon Pepper

Heat olive oil and add garlic; cook until it turns white. Add tomatoes and pepper and heat through, stirring constantly, about 2 to 3 minutes. Tomatoes should not lose their shape.

Remove from heat. Transfer hot, cooked pasta to large bowl. Toss pasta gently with tomato mixture, basil and half of Parmesan cheese.

Serve immediately and pass remaining Parmesan.

 

–Olive Garden Fettucine Alfredo–

8 ounces Cream cheese — cut in bits

3/4 cup Parmesan cheese — grated

1/2 cup Butter or margarine

1/2 cup Milk

8 ounces Fettuccine; cook — drain

In large saucepan combine cream cheese, Parmesan, butter and milk, stirring constantly until smooth. Toss pasta lightly with sauce, coating well. Leftovers freeze well.

 

 

–Olive Garden House Dressing–

8 ounces Paul Newman’s Vinegar and Oil Dressing

1 clove garlic, peeled and minced

1/2 teaspoon Dried basil 1/2 teaspoon Dried oregano

3 packages Sweet and Low — or 1 tablespoon Sugar

Put ingredients into the bottle of dressing and shake well. Refrigerate 24 hours before using.

 

–Olive Garden Tiramisu Dessert–

1 Sponge cake, (10 to 12 inch about 3″ tall)

3 ounces Strong black coffee, or instant espresso

3 ounces Brandy or rum

1-1/2 pounds Cream cheese or mascarpone, room temperature

1-1/2 cups Superfine/powdered sugar

Unsweetened cocoa powder

Cut across middle of sponge cake forming two layers, each about 1 1/2 inches high.

Blend coffee and brandy. Sprinkle enough of mixture over bottom half of cake to flavor it strongly. Don’t moisten cake too much or it may collapse on serving.

Beat room-temperature cheese and 1 cup sugar until sugar is completely dissolved and cheese is light and spreadable. Test for sweetness during beating, adding more sugar if needed.

Spread cut surface of bottom layer with half of the cheese mixture. Replace second layer and top this with remaining cheese mixture. Sprinkle top liberally with sifted cocoa.

Refrigerate cake for at least 2 hours before cutting and serving.

 

Brian Alan Burhoe has cooked in Atlantic Coast restaurants for over 30 years, and holds provincial and national certificates in the culinary trade.  More of his articles can be found at A CULINARY MYSTERY TOUR – A Literary Chef  and at the #1 canine information site PUPPY DOGS INFO – Dog Breeds, Training, Care & History

 

Buon appetito!

An effective decoration of a room largely depends on its size and shape and mainly the purpose for which it is going to be used. Living room decoration can be either a simple task or a complicated one depending on the people that are going to use it. Simple if it is going to be empty for most of the time except when the family is at home; complicated if a lot of entertainment is going to take place.Where is the best place to hang out? After deciding on which place to make as the hang out spot, start stuffing it with eyecandy upholstery. Club chairs or large sofas can do the work of making that area really conducive to lounging. Ottomans or customized sectionals are great, too, just as long as you have the budget, of course. Place an armoire, too, for a more accented look for that lounging area.Lighting is often overlooked as a decorating tool, because it is also functional. Items that have a function and can enhance a room’s decor are the most valuable decorations, since they serve a dual purpose. The lights set a room’s ambiance, so a living room should be relaxing and not too bright. If the room is large, don’t shy away from large lamps to make a bold style statement. On the other hand, don’t use something too big in a small living room.Then picture, sconces or mirror can be added on the wall of your living room. You can add the nice picture or painting behind your sofa if your sofas are in the opposite of door. Putting picture on the wall will make your home more interesting, because it act as a focal point of the room.Create a must have list, and start at the top when putting an affordable living room decorating plan in action. There should be one or two pieces that are the focal points of your affordable living room decorating effort, and thus try to obtain those first, and build around them. By considering this in your affordable living room decorating plan, you will be automatically thinking about an actual design, what most people forget to do when they shop for affordable furniture.A new painting and some candles will make a world of difference to a bland and boring room. There are many stores that offer affordable decorating goodies. If you can’t afford all the décor you want, buy it in small batches, and get your absolute must-have item first.On thing not to neglect is putting art on your walls. This helps to bring the room together and adds a personal touch. You can choose painted canvases that can look great all on their own, or a framed print in shades that compliment your color scheme. Another great wall art idea is photographs. These can be family pictures or perhaps a black and white landscape or city sky line. The key here is not to overdo it.Whatever living room design idea you have in mind, make sure that it will fit your needs and lifestyle. Make sure to consult from a designer who knows how to handle a tight budget and complies with what you want. And always remember to choose the design that you will enjoy for a long time.

Trying to choose a present for dad for Father’s Day each year can be challenging. If you’re still scratching your head about what to get the special man in your life, Core Content Media has come up with a few suggestions in their first annual Father’s Day Gift Ideas list.

Healthy gifts just keep on giving. They help dads everywhere to battle chronic diseases, stay fit, and live a more active lifestyle. Core Content Media has picked some of the best health presents for their gift list, http://corecontentmedia.com/health/fathers-day-gift-ideas/, based on various men’s health needs and lifestyles.

 

5 Facts About Men’s Health

1. The four leading causes of death for men are heart disease, cancer, accidents and stroke.

2. On average men die five years younger than women.

3. They have a higher death rate for the 15 leading causes of death, with the exception of Alzheimer’s disease.

4. Men are 100 percent less likely to go for an annual checkup or preventive service than women are.

5. Men are victims of over 90 percent of workplace deaths.

 

Each gift on the list is specifically targeted to one of the main health issues men face. According to the Mayo Clinic, the biggest threats to men’s health are often preventable, such as heart disease, stroke, and diabetes.

Making the Father’s Day Gift Ideas list is the Polar RS800CX Multi Sport Heart Rate Monitor Watch with G3 GPS Sensor W.I.N.D. for sporting dads. It’s a high-tech training watch with software for creating custom GPS routes and maps, and tracking heart rate, speed and distance.

If swimming laps is dad’s preferred way of boosting cardio health and reducing the risk of heart disease and stroke, there’s the H2O Interval 3G Waterproof Headphone System for iPod Shuffle 3rd Generation and 4th Generation. It’s a submersible, waterproof headphone system created in collaboration with Olympic swimmers Michael Phelps and Natalie Coughlin.

Other gifts on the list will help dads to treat diseases they’re already battling, such as diabetes and arthritis. These diseases are two of the most common causes of disability in the country. If dad likes to be pampered or just needs to unwind, the Relaxing Father’s Day Spa Basket is a perfect choice for his special day.

Almost making the list was the Topeak Alien II 26-Function Bicycle Tool. Cycling is one of the best cardiovascular exercises around. If dad likes to make like Lance Armstrong, he’ll find this tool indispensable.

It features 26 different hardened-steel tools such as tire levers, spoke wrenches, a mini pedal wrench, and screwdrivers. It also folds into a lightweight 2-piece body and comes with a storage bag and belt clip.

Helping dad stay healthy for many more Father’s Days is a priceless gift he’s sure to appreciate. One of the best things about these gifts is that dad is likely to hang on to them for many years. To view the full list of gifts visit http://corecontentmedia.com/health/fathers-day-gift-ideas/.

 

Whether  you are a beginning gardener or an experienced one, nobody likes to get an area ready for planting.  The weeding, tilling and preparing the soil can be back-breaking work.   Lasagna gardening is here to rescue your back and to provide you with a bountiful garden.

If  you are disappointed that this has nothing to do with lasagna, there is still hope.  You will be able to make a great lasagna with the tomatoes and herbs from the garden you grew using the lasagna gardening method.  And you can make the lasagna in the time that  you save not having to fight weeds, bugs and other common gardening problems.   Lasagna gardening is the answer to many gardeners’ prayers!

So, what is this magical type of gardening?  It is a form of gardening that is based on layers.  That is why it has it’s name.  Using this method of gardening, first brought to us by Patricia Lanza, you build the garden up.  No more digging and spending large amounts of time trying to produce the perfect soil.  You will create a nutrient-rich soil by building your garden up in a raised bed environment that will be free of many of the problems that gardeners hate to encounter.

You will create your gardening environment by layering items such as newspapers, mulch and other items that are good for your particular location.  These could be grass, hay, straw, etc.  You will be amazed at how quickly you are able to build up to 18″ and have a gardening area ready for planting.  You will have the optimum growing conditions that require less water than normal gardens.

Using the lasagna gardening method, you will produce above-average plants that produce better than you have ever experienced.