It seems like I’m moving slowly these days. I’m feeling overwhelmed with all the things I want/need to do around here. Still haven’t got the 2nd raised bed in, but I did manage to get lettuce and spinach seeds planted in a container. I hope they grow.
Tomorrow I plan to add more soil to the languishing tomato plant in a container. I can’t seem to get my tomato seedlings going, so I may break down and just buy some at Home Depot. Ordering strawberries is still on my list too.
The peas have sprouted, and the new bush beans I planted are coming up too. Hopefully, I staggered the beans far enough apart not to be overwhelmed when picking time comes.
For several weeks I’ve had a visitor in my container where basil and mint is growing. It’s a good-size toad and he appears almost everyday. Nothing bothers him – I can water, clip basil (where he spends most of his time), and he barely flinches. I think I’m going to let my sons name him 
A toad in my garden.
Hi Cindy,
I just discovered your blog. Found it through your web site, which I found through a recent issue of New Harvest Homestead newsletter. I love your posts and hope you’ll continue blogging! Your homesteading efforts are inspiring! Thanks for sharing