Allotment gardening
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This year my pumpkins have taken their sweet time to sprout, but today I noticed some tiny seedlings. I am most grateful that there will be pumpkins this year. Pumpkins are fun, beautiful, nutritious, abundant in the amount of food they deliver, and on top of that they have great shelf life. What are you…
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Today I feel grateful for the oregano that survived the winter. It is the first time one managed to survive at its regular spot in the garden bed. I did not take it inside over the winter. This oregano slept under a thick layer of mulch and later snow. I planted this oregano from seeds…
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I am thankful that my garlic is healthy and growing like it should. I just used up the last garlic from last year. What are you grateful for today? Maria
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I’m so happy that you are here! Can I get you a coffee? Or perhaps some tea? I’d say that my week is very good. Work was busy and fun Monday-Wednesday. This week I had school Thursday and Friday, and an important presentation that went well. Speaking of school, I am going to have to…
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After work I took a spontaneous bike ride to my garden. It was unplanned and very pleasant. A week ago they increased my allergy meds, and I am starting to feel better, more like myself. It is truly wonderful. What are you grateful for today? Maria
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Welcome to the weekend coffee share! I hope you’ll join me for coffee at my allotment? It isn’t very warm, but I can lend you an extra jacket. Yesterday (Saturday) was actually the first day I spent time at the allotment this week, due to allergies. My allergies have been challenging this year, I’d rather…
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Only a gardener understand this one 😉 What are you grateful for today? Maria
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I would love to invite you for a cup of coffee in my garden. The weather is lovely. The sun is shining and the temperature is very comfortable 60F/16C. The whole week have offered very pleasant temperatures. However, the pollen season is at its climax right now, and I try to be out early in…
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Today I am grateful to be a part of The Swedish Allotment society. What are you grateful for today? Maria
