My Inspiration

As I have gone through the many trials and tribulations of my life, I have always found solace in the garden. No matter how hectic the times, there is something so peaceful and serene about watching the daily developments. My directions have been many including annuals, vegetables and a plethora of perennials. The earliest adventures were in my Dad's garden where tomato plants grew into a jungle, at least 5 foot high and held up by chain link fence pieces just so they could bear the weight of the fruit. Although I have not been able to grow a plant quite so vigorous, I am willing to concede that his method of mulching with fall leaves (and lots of them) has merit. Since I have no trees in my yard, my compost comes from my handy little electric composter. It will come as no surprise to anyone who ever spent time with me and my Dad that I experience the same satisfaction in my garden that he did when tending to his garden.







Sunday, July 5, 2015

Today was so relaxing.  Weeded the veggie gardens, swam, sat under an umbrella taking in the beauty of my yard.  Even though last winters crazy snowfall crushed bushes and changed some of my focal points, the yard is certainly my zen space. 
I must have jumped 10 feet after I opened this umbrella and found myself face-to-face with a robin fledgling sitting on the top of the rocker!  His parents swiftly dive bombed my head and sent me running for cover!

I guess Amber is right - time to replace the birdhouse. Rustic is fine, but this specimen has surpassed that benchmark. I am very impressed with this basket that began with only 1 plant from a dependable green house (Henry's on Rte. 75)


Roses are always amazing....

This clemetis has been nourished with winter's coffee grounds.  It sure bloomed beautifully. Just to the right of this beauty, my long time resident bunny was found, expired, just under the deck.  Thank heavens for my wonderful neighbor, Josh, who was so kind to remove her.  I will be forever grateful!
 
This dog is one of my favorites!

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