Gettin' Our Garden On

Just a quick update from E&B Farmers Inc.

The watermelon is starting to grow.

The tomato plant has just taken over. It has taken over the freakishly large zucchini plant. We've had hundreds of cherry tomatoes. If paint balls were cherry tomatoes, we'd have some serious ammunition.

The zucchini. Have no idea why it's orange. Still cookin' I guess.

Green pepper.

Some jalapenos.

Oh, and the pomegranates! Can't wait to sink my teeth into those! After I peel it of course. Not into pith.

Ok, so we are not even close to being farmers. Amateur gardeners, I know, but isn't this amazing? I never used to think about where things came from when I went grocery shopping. But it absolutely amazes me that we can put some seeds in the ground, water them, grow them, pick them, and then eat them.

We also have a little friend. We've dubbed her Little Wing. She's been in our tomato plant for a couple of days now and hasn't flown on.

I think it is a she. It looks like a she. But I'm really not sure.

We can get as close to her as we want and she won't budge. Although the look in her eye seems quite alarmed when we do. She has both of her legs. It doesn't look like she's injured. We put some water and seed out. Maybe she has some babies nearby? Maybe she has a fetish for tomatoes?

Fly on Little Wing.

We've Never Been to Spain...

...but we've been to Oklahoma.

A glimpse from the plane...

Always the first stop after a non-stop flight. But this restroom has some added interest. We don't see this at McCarran. But then I guess we don't see slot machines at Will Rogers Airport.

It always amazes me how beautiful and diverse is the landscape of this country. The volatility of the weather in Oklahoma lends to some amazing colors and scenery. Here are some of the calmer pictures of weather. More not-so-calm pictures are coming.

Our visit to Oklahoma to visit Dad, Jean and Uncle George was not too long after the recent tornado(es) at the end of May. Actually, Dad told us that this year, just in the state of Oklahoma, there have been SIXTY NINE tornadoes. That's basically 13-14 tornadoes a month. Or almost one every other day.


There was some local damage nearby.

Uncle George! Always happy to see us and we are always so happy to see him! If you haven't met and spent time with Uncle George, you should try to get over to Guthrie. You are missing OUT.




We happened to visit over Father's Day this year. I cannot remember the last time I was with my dad on Father's Day, so that made this trip extra special!

We had plenty of great food at places like The Boneyard, Cracker Barrel, Habanero and Dad's House. :)

Love me some Cracker Barrel.

Jean playing the golf tee game at Cracker Barrel with Uncle George supervising.

Lookee what I found at Cracker Barrel. Yum!

All of us at Habanero mexican restaurant.

We watched some great movies, including Lonesome Dove, which is now quite possibly tied for First Place in our book for Best Westerns Ever. Our original favorite is Tombstone.

I'm your huckleberry.

We also watched some storms. Mezzzzmerizing. I can see why people just stand outside with their faces turned upward staring at the sky with a blank look on their face. I was one of those recently. I would probably be one of those standing outside with my camera filming a tornado down the street.

No...no, actually I don't think I would be one of those people. I think I would be one of those people grabbing my husband, dogs and as much Coke Zero, lip gloss and clean underwear I could carry. Maybe a bottle of Tabasco for Eric. (I keep a small bottle in my purse for when we travel.)

I know you are thinking that I should probably take water, but Daddy has that already in the shelter.

Downtown Guthrie is a wonderfully historic place dating back to the late 1800's. It was the first capital of the state, and has many beautiful red brick buildings that house cafes, antique shops and many other types of businesses. Many movies have been filmed here, including parts of Rainman.

After browsing through many of the shops downtown, we also went to a "modern" mall for some shopping and a treat!


Come to mama.

 


Jean tried out threading! And it was only FOUR dollars. Took about 5-10 minutes.

Being the germ-a-phobe I am, I freaked out a little inside when she put the thread in her mouth, but it didn't come near Jean. She just used her lips/teeth to hold it.

Good advice from Dad: Never Steal a Stetson.

I don't know exactly what happens if you do. Maybe Gus and Woodrow will pay you a visit.

And, why yes. Yes, that would be biscuits and gravy on his plate that he made us for breakfast that morning.

 And just like that, our trip was over and we were headed home.

 One last cloud picture for your dreams.

Happy Independence Day! 

What To Say To Someone Who Is Sick

Good morning! I just read this great article in the New York Times a few days ago on what to say to someone who's sick. It is a great read and I thought I would share. It has quick pointers and examples on what to say and not to say. Being a nurse, I think I would have to add that these can be used (should be used) for anyone dealing with an illness, whether it is long or short.

Garden Update

Remember our cute little garden...

And our cute little peach on our cute little peach tree...

How do ya like ma peaches now? I feel a summer salsa comin' on. You are invited.



And pomegranates...

And the freakishly large zucchini plant that has leaves big enough to swaddle a newborn baby...