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Snap peas! Yum
My dad is a champion putterer. It’s becoming clear that it’s a trait he passed on to me. Through the spring, summer, and fall we would have to practically force him to come inside before dark. He was always doing something in the garden, vineyard, or field. His puttering turned out some amazing things. I got to enjoy fresh eggs, homemade wine, and meals made with vegetables we helped grow. I think I learned patience watching him tend our land. Things generally grow best with space, sun, and water. It takes careful puttering to make sure they get what they need to grow. I hope I’ll share this trait with my daughter.
Uli loves snap peas! She picks them right off the vine. I can’t even believe she can pick the peas from the leaves on her own! Yep. This is a proud momma moment. So my child runs naked through the yard when it’s far to chilly to do so… She’s happy, well fed, and appreciates nature. The garden has become a distraction. I’ve thinned weeds, watered, and now I find myself just staring at it and daydreaming. What did I plant here? Are there dog proof garden markers? Is the zucchini overcrowding the basil? Turn green already tomatoes! I want to eat you! I spend the time I should be on more work related things outside. It’s not just the garden beckoning me. There’s a baby and two dogs that would rather play outside all day. I stress at the end of the day when I feel like works piling up. But, I wouldn’t trade these moments (ok these long afternoons) for anything.
Uli and I sat for an hour watching the birds this week. Her reaction would make millions if it could have been captured. The pure joy and wonder was contagious. I looked at the birds flying like they were this amazing show acted out just for us. Being a mom has made me slow down and appreciate the world around me. It even hits me how lucky I am to have amazing parents to look up to. (That’s you Mom and Dad)
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See if you can pick the peas from the leaves
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My first beat harvest. It’s been an amazing couple of weeks in the garden.
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