Sunrise

The other morning I left my house early before daylight and headed towards the delta (flat ground where much farming is done). As I drove eastward in the dark I started to see a glimpse of a faint glow in the sky...the sun was coming! I was afraid I was going to miss it but … Continue reading Sunrise

This Week – 07/01/2024

This is my weekly summary of posts made this week plus a few extra parts. This Week's Posts: Family Vacation in Florida Finally getting some Sun Gold tomatoes! A look at the flowers growing in my garden right now Happy 4th of July! A Wild Flower walk Word and Song Of Encouragement This Week: This … Continue reading This Week – 07/01/2024

The Wild Flower Walk

I seem to be on a pattern talking about flowers lately. Links are below to my recent posts Roadside Wild Flowers Garden Flowers The other day I went on a wild flower walk organized by Quail Forever. Quail Forever's mission is stated as: Quail Forever's mission is to conserve quail, pheasants, and other wildlife through … Continue reading The Wild Flower Walk

Happy Fourth of July!

We just got in from an evening fireworks show put on by our city. Thanks to the City of Monticello's A&P Commission for organizing this event (check out http://www.exploremonticello.com for more on Monticello from the A&P Commission)! I was a bit worried right before we left the house to attend this because it was so … Continue reading Happy Fourth of July!

What A View!

The other day I was mowing near my garden and the view really caught my eye. I had to go over and take some pictures with my phone. I love a good fresh tomato but I've really started to like flowers. One the attract all kinds of pollinators and two my daughter really enjoys them. … Continue reading What A View!

More Sun Golds

I mentioned yesterday my family just returned from vacation to Florida. When we left I was excited because my Sun Gold tomatoes were just starting to ripen. I was enjoying a snack then I looked over to my other Sun Gold... Yep, my favorite sight in the garden, a Tomato Hornworm! Now back to my … Continue reading More Sun Golds

Vacation Time – St. Pete Beach, Florida

This will be my third family summer vacation to post about here on this site. You can find the previous two at the links below. California Summer Vacation Alaska Summer Vacation This summer our family went to St. Pete Beach, Florida. I'm not sure on the part where we decided to go south for vacation … Continue reading Vacation Time – St. Pete Beach, Florida

This Week – 06/24/2024

This is my weekly summary of posts made this week plus a few extra parts. This Week's Posts: Double Post: First a recent view of Lake Monticello from the air then a look at my favorite tomatoes and a pest! I am in a challenge with my friend to grow the tallest sunflower. This is … Continue reading This Week – 06/24/2024

Early Mornings in the Outdoors

One thing I've tried to do more this summer in the morning before work is to go enjoy the outdoors for a little while. I try to either to go fishing or take pictures (or both). I've made a couple trips out to Lake Monticello and also Cut-Off Creek WMA (wildlife management area). I've not … Continue reading Early Mornings in the Outdoors

Roadside Wildflowers

A few days ago a friend at work walked into my office and told me about wildflowers growing along the roadside nearby and suggested I go take a look. I went the next evening and boy what a treat it was! If you're around Warren, Arkansas anytime soon let me suggest you take a look … Continue reading Roadside Wildflowers