The First Crop

First from the garden this spring are, of course, radishes. I planted some up in the herb bed by the house and I like that they are so close and I can run out and pull them quickly. We have more planted down below in the big garden that will be ready in a couple of weeks. I can hardly believe that it is time for things from the garden already. At least this year we only planted 5 fifty foot rows instead of 11!!

The Folks...Final Resting Place

Years ago, Mom and Dad and I went down to the Arroyo Grande Cemetery and they picked out this final resting place. Mom wanted to be by the big weeping tree. Dad, on the other hand, noticed that right across the street there was a lumber yard. That, he decided, was a good thing...just in case he needed any building supplies!

And so this is their spot. We drive by it every time we go to town. I pick flowers from the garden to place there. I miss them...lots.

The Tree Man

Look close...you might miss him.

Green and Blue...

The Japanese Maple in the backyard is now leafed out. It was slow and took several weeks to get full and lacy. I bought this tree when it was about 18 inches tall in a gallon pot. It is now about 8 feet tall. I love this little tree.

Geraniums From Long Ago

There are many kinds of Geraniums and this is one "true" Geranium you will seldom see. Hubby got this plant from a lady in the Geranium Society. It has not been an easy plant to deal with, and I am sorry to say he has threatened to pull it out more than once. Right now it looks beautiful and likes all the rain we have gotten this spring.

This is a Cranesbill Geranium so called because of the shape of their seed pods. The foliage is distinctly toothed and bright magenta flowers are in a tight cluster on top of the plant. It is quite different from the usual plants we call Geraniums which are really Pelargoniums. Beautiful, just beautiful. It likes all your loving care, my dear.

Getting a Little Help

When is work more like fun? When your a kid and you get to do things you don't usually get to do! Even if your getting the chores done...it's fun. Thanks for the help my grandson.

Have Thistle Seeds...They Will Come

We got a thistle bird feeder and the Goldfinches have been eating their fill. This was a big win!