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Now seeds, start growing

by HML

Our recent extended family visits included a picnic with the Things’ great-uncle, great-aunt and cousin, and great-grandmother.   No doubt inspired by their magnificent garden, Thing Two decided he’d like to have a garden, too.  It is a little tricky finding enough sunlight in our yard; the best spot is a cracked concrete patio on the south side of the house.

The following Monday, we set up a few containers and planted tomatoes and herbs.  Thing Two wanted to watch seeds grow, so that’s what we chose instead of small plants.  Our neighbor donated an extra tomato plant for a little immediate gratification (and a backup if our tomato seeds don’t work out), and Thing Two’s great-aunt sent us some peppermint, spearmint, and lemon mint from her garden.

After carefully watering each container, Thing Two was ready for his seeds to start growing.  Clearly it was time for some Frog and Toad.  Most of life’s issues are covered in these little stories, and “The Garden” from Frog and Toad Together was a must-read at this point.  Thing Two clearly empathized with Toad’s need to see his seeds start growing, NOW.  So, like Toad, we waited … and waited … and waited … until Sunday morning, when we went out to water the pots, and saw:

Plants!  (Highlighted in case you can’t see them.)

We will, of course, keep you posted on what sprouts up.


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One Response to “Now seeds, start growing”

  1. Cailean
    June 16th, 2009 19:39
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    How magical! What a great idea and what a nice garden you have there. Please pass onto your oldest that his talk was wonderful! It was so nice to hear him – and wow quite a deeper voice!!!