Spring is officially here! How I’ve missed the sunlight-filled days and warm breezy air. I don’t even mind the rain. Everyone knows that April showers bring May flowers. They must teach that in junior kindergarten because I’ve heard my son reciting it to his little sister while gazing out at a cloudy day with rain boots in hand.
With spring comes a fresh start. New buds begin to bloom and trees start to pop with beautiful green leaves. It’s a season of “new beginnings” and it inspires me to make some new resolutions, set some new goals and look forward to some great time spent outdoors in the months ahead.
I’ve decided to try a simple garden (again). While I’ve gained a lot of experience with food preparation and education in the last few years I still haven’t been terribly successful at growing my own produce. I have tried container gardens in the past with middling results. My mom has a green thumb though so I’ll certainly be hitting her up for tips this year. I’m going to keep trying though because you just can’t get a fresher vegetable than one you pick yourself from your own garden. Continue reading