Category Archives: Vegetable Garden

The Week Started Without Us!

Posted on Monday, August 12, 2024 by Paul

Guess where we were early this morning? Yup! We went VFR (via the coffee pot) to the garden and worked for two hours. The garden looks great, and we have two beds almost ready for fall planting. All we need … Continue reading →

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Quiet Again!

Posted on Tuesday, August 6, 2024 by Paul

Paul was up at 4:30 am, ready to drive Chuck and Lisa to the John Wayne Airport.  We made it there and back in less than 46 minutes; thank goodness for minimal morning traffic. By 5:30 am, I was back … Continue reading →

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T-1 We Are At A Fever Pitch

Posted on Friday, August 2, 2024 by Paul

We kicked off the day with a game of hide-and-seek. Chuck and Lisa, our incredible friends and caterers, decided to explore the garden to see what we could pick on the event day. Their excitement was so contagious that the … Continue reading →

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T – Minus Five!

Posted on Tuesday, July 9, 2024 by Paul

This morning was supposed to be all about packing for our upcoming trip, but we got so engrossed in tending to the garden that we lost track of time! The garden had its own plans for us. We’re juggling preparing … Continue reading →

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It Is Saturday, All Day!!

Posted on Saturday, July 6, 2024 by Paul

We had a laid-back day!  We got up and walked in the garden before cleaning up and departing for the Tustin B of  A, Orange County Nursery, doubling back to CVS for a few goodies. So get this: I waltz … Continue reading →

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It’s The Tooth Of July!

Posted on Tuesday, July 2, 2024 by Paul

Today’s weather is as indecisive as a teenager in heat! It’s supposed to be in the mid-80s, so I’ll be sporting my ‘Gardening Costume,’ complete with a sunhat and flip-flops. Let’s hope I don’t scare the neighbors! I put on … Continue reading →

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We Are Ready To Work!

Posted on Saturday, June 22, 2024 by Paul

I sprung into action before Mary and dashed out to the backyard to take care of some dead-leaf trimming like the responsible gardener that I am. Mary, my savior, brought me some much-needed coffee, and then we cozied up on … Continue reading →

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Friday And We Returned Home!

Posted on Friday, June 14, 2024 by Paul

We were up at the crack of dawn, 5:45 am when Gunnar, the four-year-old human rooster,  decided to have a solo morning concert. Gunnar, the morning’s reality TV star, sounded like a rooster, and I intercepted him on his way … Continue reading →

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One Last Day In The Garden!

Posted on Monday, June 10, 2024 by Paul

It’s not quite 1950s music, but it certainly captures the essence of the last few days. We’ve spent 6-8 hours a day tending to our various gardens, and one entire day was dedicated solely to the front yard. I always … Continue reading →

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Friday Has Arrived And We Are Ready!

Posted on Friday, June 7, 2024 by Paul

I had difficulty sleeping last night because I was going for a blood test at 10:00 am, so I decided to study to ensure I passed.   Mary got me up early, had me shower, and changed my underwear; she said, … Continue reading →

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