Neglect

It is hard keeping up with my garden this week. I tried to rationalize this morning that since it is so humid, that counts as watering.

Truth is I'm not seeing much 'fruit' of my labors. There is lettuce, but it is still small. The cauliflower and broccoli was eaten up by bugs. The lavender I planted doesn't seem to be springing up. The instant gratification desire within me is not being satisfied. It is still on my mind, but in a different way...perhaps gardens are best for the spring.

The cooler air and shadier afternoons remind me that fall is almost here. I am excited to relish in the time of year meant for apples, pumpkins, and raking leaves. Just typing about the orange, red, and yellow shades inherent with the changing seasons makes me smile. I am happy when summer turns to fall, despite the hustle bustle that comes with it.

Leaves

I see lots of leaves! Leaves of lettuce and carrot-tops! However, the leaves of the broccoli and cauliflower have disappeared. :( The ones that remain have many holes in them. Bugs? I don't know what I'm doing, clearly... but I still water the plants!

The flowers I planted last week are also starting to sprout, but the lavender has yet to sprout up. On Saturday morning I bought new seeds: oregano, rosemary, and other spices. I hope to plant them some time this week and set them alongside the lavender. Or I might start the garden inside. It is supposed to be a rainy beginning to this week, so that could prove beneficial for plant growth!

I did an OK job of keeping things watered despite the 5 days of classes. It is a good way to stay grounded, as I've said previously, but admittedly it is tough to add one more thing to a busy morning routine. I did pretty well with keeping up with devotions this week also; I am reading "The Utmost for His Highest" by Oswald Chambers. It is awesome. I've also kept up with my exercise routine and I'm feeling like the legs are holding up alright!

One thing I hope to do LESS of this week is snack. Being back in school makes me crave munchies while sitting in class. My appetite hasn't really changed, so I hope this careless grazing stops!! :)

Hope all of you have a great week!