An Explosion of Green

THE GARDEN: After some days of rain and sun, there is green as far as the eye can see. Feels like a miracle every year. There are now three bunnies chasing each other through the hostas and lily leaves. The peas have finally broken ground and we wait eagerly for the rest. The first harvest of rhubarb was incorporated into delicious loaves. 

DISCOVERY: I am no longer intimidated by my new Dremel tool. Certainly better than hand sanding for jewellery making

Forsythia

THE GARDEN: The cheerful forsythia bushes are finally showing their spring splash of yellow. Tulips have appeared and after a couple of nibbles on the first blooms I hope that the squirrels will leave them alone. The garlic is winning the race in the vegetable garden but the onions are making a valiant effort to show themselves. The local bunny has not yet got into the garden but will be tempted by the tender shots soon. Every day is so exciting at this time of year. 

DISCOVERY: I know know how to rivet and etch my jewellery projects. Not as easy as I imagined but very satisfying once done. 

It's really spring!

After a brief absence from my blog, I am back to share my thoughts. An idea that one of my followers had was to chronicle the progress of the amazing garden that I am fortunate to experience every year. Seems like a plan to me! I think that another focus for me will be to pay attention to things that I learn as I I go about my daily routine. One does not need to travel to far away lands to be on a voyage of discovery. 

THE GARDEN: Three kinds of onions, shallots, garlic, peas, Swiss chard and kale are huddled under the soil, drenched by the April rains and waiting for the warmth of the sun before making an appearance. Trilliums are ready to blossom and the rhubarb is unfurling more every day. Anticipation!

DISCOVERY: A MacBook Pro is truly a new land and a real voyage! So sleek and modern. This week I learned how to close a program on it with the assistance of my personal trainer at the Apple store.