The Fruit of The Vine

For the last few years in late June and early July we have enjoyed making grape jelly from local wild "Mustang Grapes" that grow in our area of Texas in Robertson County. There is an old oak tree just a few yards from the house that has one of the largest vines I have ever seen growing on it. This tree was hit by a tornado and damaged to the point of almost death. Instead of taking it down we just let the vine continue to cover it. So it continues to serve a good purpose. I feel it will be years before the tree finally expires. In the meantime we get to enjoy the grapes.

This year we probably want be making jelly for lack of time but it doesn't keep me from nibbling on a hand full when we work out in the yard. These grapes are particularly sweet when ripe and we have been told they actually make an interesting wine. Maybe one day we will attempt making some! :)

Have a prosperous week!

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