As we jump into the fall season, the garden starts to change. Tomatoes that were green slowly are turning a golden yellow. Strawberries, started from seed are bearing fruit! Thank you, West Coast Seeds.
The strawberries are truly delicious. Unfortunately, the squirrels and rabbits have been eating most of the fruit. Now the small bunnies have discovered a love of cherry tomatoes and romaine. This is after battling slugs all summer who attacked the tomatoes with a gusto!
Yet, still I do not give up hope. I keep checking the carrots to see how they and the beets are doing. So far they are quite small.
This time I am really trying to stop grasping. After listening to many Joesph Goldstein podcasts on mindfulness I am taking the lessons to heart. Taking time to actually just listen to the leaves rustling in the trees is very peaceful.
As I look out the window and I watch the leaves on the chestnut tree turn from green to a golden orange, I am amazed at this season. We have many reasons to feel truly blessed, even when so many things are challenging.
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