Spring Photos

This is our home. Spring is the nicest time because things are just turning green and bulbs are blooming and yet, the weeds have not yet quite begun to take over. They will; trust me. The Santa Barbara River runs along our southern border and our land is super fertile. This year I have decided to not fret over the weeds too much, but to let them be. While trying to maintain this attitude, I have been writhing internally and having nightmares of being overtaken by thistle, clover and dandelions.

Ahhh, but then there are lilacs. And they make everything okay again. I had to water them like crazy and chant spells over them this year to get them to bloom. It was worth it. As you can see only the parts with the most sun exposure actually got flowers, but it is enough to fill my house with vases full.

And of course there are tulips. You put so much hope into these little suckers in the autumn and when they appear, it is like winter and all the hibernating and dormant activity and fun can bloom with them. They are like a kiss from spring, that is why they are called two lips (i have decided).

Speaking of hope, I have put so much planning and love into this year’s garden, I feel like I will wilt if it doesn’t succeed. This is my second year growing in this location and this year I am researching and keeping diligent notes, as well as, digging, tilling, mulching, watering and singing. I am direct sowing everything; hence, the row covers. I even have the sprinkler set up on a timer for when I am gone and the acequia is closed. All organic, of course. Wish me luck!