tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3534240.post4874210282380124073..comments2024-03-28T11:14:24.118-07:00Comments on Chicken Blog: Dirt HealsNatalie, the Chickenbloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07424213130274740719noreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3534240.post-27488592744963694172011-02-07T09:12:39.926-08:002011-02-07T09:12:39.926-08:00Tara... I was actually hesitant about admitting th...Tara... I was actually hesitant about admitting that we can garden any day, any time, that we live walking distance to a beautiful nursery, and almost as near to five others... not to mention the regular home improvement center, and even grocery stores that carry plants and flowers. I was sympathetic, because I know everyone in the real winter states are probably a bit stir crazy over the extra wild weather they are enduring. <br /><br />But hey... you all should enjoy the break from weeding and snail battles, and gopher wars, from aphids, ants, slugs, rust, mildew, trimming, raking, pruning... come spring you will see time in the garden with a fresh and ready perspective! As much as I love those pansies, there isn't a day that goes by that the children and I don't enjoy a game of *what if it snowed?!*<br />lol<br /><br />Nikkipolani... you know what I am talking about! Right? We don't get an off season, which is a blessing and... and quite a bit of year-round work! We filled our van with new seedlings, and naturally it was quite a bit, and yet what we planted does not amount to very much compared with the bare spots. Not to mention the neglected plants already in the ground. But as long as Maria is singing her farming song, and happy to be by my side, I am delighted to be preparing for more spring color.<br /><br />Jennifer... it did feel good. I need to remember that work outdoors, even raking and pulling weeds, always leaves me satisfied. I can lose track of the time when I am in the garden.<br /><br />Thank you Susan... I think I should get a haircut too. I knew exactly the lightness, the fresh start Maria was enjoying after her haircut, and now I want that feeling too.<br /><br />Every time I hear a rustling in the shrubs, or see a pale blur moving in the periphery of my vision, I catch my breath. I still get up, go outside, and call for him. Max is sick, perhaps with grief. He misses his friend.<br /><br />Judy... he needs his Ferris. He qualifies for a companion dog, because of his Apsergers, but he feels overwhelmed by most dogs, even therapy dogs he knows. His cat was *it* for him.<br /><br />Tracy... I think of you when I am in the garden, and now I will think of you enjoying a laugh at Sanka bunny's funny face. Rabbits eating are definitely one of my favorite sights. This was Maria's third haircut ever. It always surprises me what a nice difference a simple trim can make, and like I told Susan, I think it would do me a world of good to lose an inch or three too! <br /><br />Happy Days to all my friends, and thank you for visiting Chcikenblog... oh, you know what I mean!Natalie, the Chickenbloggerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07424213130274740719noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3534240.post-34254792732453610302011-02-07T06:24:38.536-08:002011-02-07T06:24:38.536-08:00Oh, my goodness... that photo of the bunny has me ...Oh, my goodness... that photo of the bunny has me laughing--the expression is just so funny! Oh, Maria's cut her hair...wow... She's had it so long, for so long! She look so grown up in the last photo somehow... I can't wait for some dirt healing--come on spring! ;o) Happy Days to you all ((HUGS))Tracyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09179096002434748927noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3534240.post-21919791701629022992011-02-07T05:31:33.944-08:002011-02-07T05:31:33.944-08:00I feel so bad for Max.I feel so bad for Max.judy in kyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05810068743975026564noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3534240.post-25231733949322727592011-02-07T04:57:31.531-08:002011-02-07T04:57:31.531-08:00I've always believed that it is good for kids ...I've always believed that it is good for kids to get dirty because it bolsters their immune systems.<br /><br />I didn't realize Maria's hair was soooo long. Getting a trim always makes one feel more alive.<br /><br />I'm so sorry that Ferris has gone missing, and so soon after his last mishap. I do hope he's just out exploring the world and will be back soon. I'll keep my fingers crossed. <br /><br />XOXOSusanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14201860227400017841noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3534240.post-1701194801490177292011-02-07T04:29:46.079-08:002011-02-07T04:29:46.079-08:00I truly do believe that activity, and especially o...I truly do believe that activity, and especially outdoor activity, is key -- helps to focus on other things, to feel and be productive, to get some sunshine.Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18383220573177416855noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3534240.post-2115226037331672952011-02-06T22:16:33.435-08:002011-02-06T22:16:33.435-08:00That is one happy garden girl. Love the smile you...That is one happy garden girl. Love the smile you've captured. Lots going on in your garden areas, even the half-barrels. They are going to be gorgeous with all that color. Happy spring!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3534240.post-47109961591035904072011-02-06T15:53:45.022-08:002011-02-06T15:53:45.022-08:00The garden store? You mean it is open all year whe...The garden store? You mean it is open all year where you live? We only have garden stores paet of the year. I know it really is spring when the stores start stocking stuff to plant.tarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08129285323616725966noreply@blogger.com