Spring begins early in California. While many people throughout the country were trudging through snow to hit the Presidents’ Day sales, I spent the day gathering supplies at a gardening center and starting my gardens.
If you’re looking for a good workout, try working soil. It’s strenuous labor! I started by removing the excess leaves I had placed on the gardens over winter for weed control. Next, I worked the soil by digging in with a shovel and turning it over bit by bit. Mind you, along with this task I was trying to avoid plowing into my 2-year-old Eden as she dashed here and there.
Next I poured new compost on the soil. I was also constantly reminding Eden not to throw dirt or dump the new compost into the garden waste bin. Keeping an excited toddler under control is no easy endeavor in itself. I’m sure I must have burned a few extra calories in the process. After the compost came the reworking and more redistributing of the soil until at last I was ready for plants.
Tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, green beans, and herbs are just a few of the selections I chose for my garden this year. Strawberries plants have grown even larger from last year. It should be a wonderful crop!
There’s something satisfying and appealing about stepping outside for fresh fruits and vegetables during spring, summer and fall. I look at my newly planted and watered gardens and smile. It was a great workout, I feel healthy, and I’m anticipating the healthy days ahead when I reap what I sow.
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