Ahh January; I used to find January such a letdown after the hustle and bustle of Christmas and New Years. Now I actually look forward to the return of the daily routine and the free time to plan for the coming year.
Currently I need to take an accounting of all my garden seeds and decide what I want to grow this coming spring. I am determined not to start my seeds too late this year. I have big garden plans, and I am hoping for a very bountiful harvest. This afternoon I stopped to check in on my much-neglected winter garden. I was thrilled to discover small broccoli heads forming on a few of the plants; I keep praying that I will be spared any aphid issues this year, so far so good!
The lack of rain has become a bit of a concern in our area; dad even turned the sprinklers on again. The last couple years have been long wet winters and springs, and fairly cool summers. Tomatoes are one of my favorite things to grow, and they need hot weather to ripen! My last couple tomato harvests have been disappointing in my opinion, though I did learn a great deal! I keep sending up prayers for a hot summer and a bountiful harvest, which is all I can do at the moment; well, that and start my seedlings!
Yes, January is a month for planning, preparing, and dreaming. I am happy January is here.
January is a relief for me ;) I can't wait to see what comes up for you in the summer :)
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