We sow the seeds, weed the field, water and feed, and learn from our experiences. Each year we attempt to do the same, or a little more, or something a little different. We draw on our knowledge from years past and get comfortable in the outcome of our efforts. But, are we complacent? Have we accomplished all that we set out to achieve? Should we exit the comfort zone and start a new challenge?
My plantings of a few weeks ago did not succeed. I have no choice but to start again. This choice is easy, but what about that strawberry patch that is plodding along fine, although not thriving. Do I have the courage to rip it out down the dirt and start with something new and different? Making decisions to change, to reach, to challenge ourselves are difficult. Do we really want challenge, or are the few sweet berries we enjoy each year good enough?
I don't know the answers to the more difficult questions but today I replanted the failed garden sections.
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| In the "back forty" replanted romaine and Thom Thumb lettuce, the mesclan survived in two spots only. |
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| "Back Forty" open section now planted with romaine and Thom Thumb lettuces. |
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| Main garden, replanted Leeks and cilantro. The basil has sprouted so I am holding my breath. |
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| Main Garden, replanted beets and the vertical lines are now carrots. |
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Removed wonderful snap peas from fencing and only new growth remains. Replanted beets, one sprout only survived.
So I braved the task and took the risk of starting anew. It is scary but exciting and a cause for hope and curiosity for the future.
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