finally

it seems as i get older that winter lasts longer. it may be global warming ~ geologic or otherwise. it may be my patience is thinning, the growing season beckons louder each year, or i am just plain ‘ol tired of being cold 6 months out of the year. but in my world, when the turtle awakens from her winter slumber, spring officially begins. and my friends, the turtle is out and cruisin’ the house as we speak, the garden is prepped, the early starts are thriving, and it smells so darn good outside i could just about weep in my ICED tea. spring at last, spring at last thank all in nature it’s spring at last.

helen, jojo, momo, and daisy the dog romping in the yard

everyone in our little urban lot is happier, the chickens, the rabbit, cat, dog and kid and the garden, oh, the garden is starting to take shape after 18 months of trial, lots of error, and wistfulness.

prepped and ready to go!

the cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, and brussel sprouts are 9 inches tall, the carrots, beets, and parsnips (thanks Glen!) are a haze of green and the peas have poked their little heads through. i’m not a fan of spring, never have been, never will be but i do love that first rush of growth, warm soil, and warmer weather each year. here is to a wonderful growing season my friends, large harvests, and plenty of bounty to share with friends, family and those in need.

~ by urbanfarmschool on April 8, 2009.