GARDENS ARE SUMMER READY and RECIPES FROM ESTELLE'S KITCHEN

 
Good Morning Kindred Spirits....
I so hope this finds you living your best life....
Let it be noted, that we have been successful and productive
in preparing and planting ALL of the containers with new
potting soil, new plants and seeds for the coming summer and fall seasons.
You know, last year I really did very little in the way of gardening...
and I found it did not bring us the joy it would have if I had only put 
in the efforts I should have...lesson learned.



This year, we chose the following plants and seeds to cultivate....
Rose of Sharon
Sun Patients
Marigolds
Zinnias
Fox Tail Fern
Lantana
Morning Glory
Nasturtiums
Wisteria
Four O' Clocks

I just happened upon this butterfly in the side yard
and it was one of those little gifts of the day you never expect.....

Gardening can be a rather expensive investment these days,
but the reward of beauty and enjoyment is so worth it....
The weather has been sheer perfection the past weeks,
so it's important to get outdoors and just soak in some sun rays
and connect with nature.....

There is no better way than to enjoy the spring....

A light lunch on the patio is one of our favorite things to do.....

And, another fun fact, is to plant seeds and watch

what transforms as you watch them grow....

My Rose of Sharon this year, will be  mix of pinks....

I love planting Nasturtium....not sure why...I just love them

This will be the look in the front planter.....
really looking forward to this

Lastly, our big job, is to power wash 
oy vey....this is probably going to take us a week.....
but, it's going to get done...and I am so ready.....
what did y'all choose for your gardens this year?

IT'S GONNA BE GOOD Y'ALL

Here is a delicious breakfast idea..
two eggs, brioche bread, smoked gouda cheese,
iceberg lettuce, avocado and cherry tomatoes...
makes a fabulous breakfast sandwich

the well known Italian Penicillin Chicken soup.....
a homemade broth of stock, celery, carrots and onions....
with pastina pasta and fresh parmesan.....

And, when is the last time you baked a delicious

Butterscotch Pie with a beautiful meringue?

Life can be good when you make the most of your days.....