Wimpy Wednesday

I have to admit that my "projects" this week are quite un-inspiring. Sure, I have grand plans but the minutiae got in the way. You know, the things that you have to do that take your attention away from things you want to do.

I spend everyday in the dark cocoon of my family room. I have to keep the blinds and curtains closed because the glare from the sun makes tv viewing un-enjoyable.

Turn off the tv, you say.

Why on earth would I do that? I love tv. It would miss me.

But yesterday was different. Yesterday I broke out of my cocoon like a wet, fledgling butterfly emerging into the bright, beautiful world and did some yard work. It was long over-due. And there is still lots to do.

During most of the year I am out there everyday watering and planting and digging and creating. But during the winter months I abandon it all and go into hibernation. It's survival of the fittest out there.

Despite my lack of attention, today I was greeted with some cheerful faces.

The first sunflower of the year. I harvested the seeds from the heads of last year's crop and have yet to plant them. But this little gal, among a few others, grew from seeds that fell off on their own and waited all winter for their moment to shine!!! Hello, Ms. Sunflower.

Mrs. Hibiscus has been faithful all winter giving us pretty blooms even during the coldest weeks (which weren't really that cold). I guess she loves her spot in the yard.

Here's the first strawberry blossom of the year. Can't name it because we're going to EAT IT!!! Everyone knows you can't name your livestock that is destined for the dinner table. Except my sister, Desja. She does it all the time.

I digress, though. Our strawberry plants have really grown in size and we're hoping for a good crop. Or at least a dessert where we can all have more than one strawberry. Last year Zane kept eating the berries straight off the stems faster than we could pick 'em. That little turkey!

Anyways, I got the last of the dried up midget corn stalks pulled out and compost added to the bed. Next up=planting. I already have lettuce started. Still need to plant tomatoes and cucumbers so we can have salads everyday!!!

Hooray for spring!!! We've missed ye!!!

I must be firmly entrenched in my second trimester because my strength grows more each day. Last night I didn't fall into a drunken stupor at the stroke of 8 and actually got my cards for card-club made. We haven't met since November. I've missed you gals! My cards are kind of simple. I think I need some ribbon or shiny something-somethings to dress 'em up. I have 'till tomorrow night.

See how good I am, not procrastinating?