The Mennobrarian

In and Around the Home this Week

11:08, Thursday, June 12, 2008 .. Posted in Homemaking .. 2 comments .. Link

What a week.

On Monday I fell in a hole in the backyard on my way to the bird feeder and twisted my ankle. By Tuesday I was in no position to walk and spent the day putting ice on it, and doing sit-down activities like cleaning off my desk. That actually took a few hours!

By Wednesday my icing and rest had paid off, but a new problem arose.

Something is killing our garden.

It's rather mysterious. A tomato, pepper, or sunflower plant will appear perfectly healthy one day, wilt the next, and be dead by the third. Plants around it will not be affected, and it is completely random.

Remember, we just moved here last year, have never had a garden here before, and have no idea what problems we are prone to.

My husband and I had a spirited debate over what it could be, and came up with three theories. Meanwhile, I called two county extension offices, both of which were too busy to help me and said they would call back in 2 days. TWO DAYS?!? Forget it. I called the county extension office near the library where I work and someone there was able to talk to me, plus they took a sample which they are analyzing now. I am just waiting for the call here at the library, and am afraid to step away from the phone.

If our worst fears are confirmed, I may have to dig up most of our garden and plant things in containers, immediately.

What a week.

In the Home: Swatting flies. It's that time of year.

In the Garden: At least the flowers are blooming. The morning glory vine that was given to us has lovely bright pink flowers. We were given some bulbs for asiatic lilies in a color known as "Lollypop." They have hot pink petals emerging from a white center. They look a lot like day lilies and will surely spread, so I planted them as a border along the road in front. I am running out of places to plant things!

On the Table: Shepherd's pie, green salad, brownies with ice cream.

Just Wondering: Well, I felt vindicated yesterday after my last "Just Wondering" when a father called to his son outside the library, "Come on, Malachi, let's go!" But really, what's wrong with Lazarus?

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04:19, Thursday, June 12, 2008 .. Posted by haflinger
Oh Monica I do hope your ankle gets better ouch!!! U are good to stay down and ice it.

And to top things off your garden..I have no idea what it could be are you friendly with your neighbors..lol just kidding..

For on the table everything sounds so good.. What time is supper...
Got a brownie recipe to share..

Blessings Sister Brenda

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08:12, Thursday, June 12, 2008 .. Posted by gabbie427
I twisted my ankle sometime last week and have been taking it easy. It still hurts at times, but getting better. I hope yours continues to heal!!

Sorry to hear about the garden. I hope they figure out what is wrong anf that you don't loose anymore produce!

God's Blessings,
Amy Jo