Many thanks to some kind friends who just happen to love
my kids and enjoy their company in small doses.
I was given the chance to have almost 2 hours of solitude.
Not a moment wasted though, as I ran directly to the garden
to spend some time weeding and tying up the tomato plants.
It's my first time trying to use dowels and ties instead of
cages for my tomatoes. Or along side of cages,
since I do still have some being used.
I am hoping the effort and cost isn't wasted.
I am getting lots of nods of approval
from fellow gardeners who long ago abandoned the
weak cages my tomato plants usually have to manage in.
The zucchini are thriving and I am sure we will
have plenty of yummy breads to eat soon. Not many other
zucchini recipes really delight me like a loaf of zucchini bread.
The onions are doing well, and I hope soon we will also be seeing
the red onions in nearby. That might take another childless day to make happen.
This is one of 6 rows of beans. Yes, 6. But they are by far my
favourite seasonal veg for a quick snack at the garden.
Corn is on the rise. Nothing glorious but by far the best I have ever attempted.
I am really enjoying the garden this year.
It's been a long time building up knowledge and
my children's tolerance for the task. But it seems I have
made some right choices and have learned better how to manage
the weeds and work.
The almost best part was being able to come home and
have a shower before... BEFORE... I had to go get the kids.
I may have had a sitter before, but showering in
complete privacy during the day is unheard of.
