The Garden So Far

A little over a week ago James got me a tiller and a great pair of gardening gloves, I decided it was time that I got to work on our garden. I always have a big idea in mind, but not too much follow through. We set in on tilling a bit here and there, we even tilled two new areas to add to the garden. I think those will become a butterfly garden to bring the good bugs in.

This last weekend we cleaned out leaves, ivy, and the Hosta bed too. I also tilled a bit near the fence, and just maybe I’ll get some little plants to add to the area. Since a lot of the prep work was finished, I thought today would be a great day to get some plants in the ground. I loaded up the little kids and headed out. We stopped at a few local shops and came home with a great start.

We bought Broccoli Plants and Cauliflower, even though Dylan doesn’t like either of them. I also bought two Blueberry bushes, and two Raspberry bushes too. I think they will be great additions to the garden. This year I’m giving Strawberries another try too, so we picked up six plants.

We had enough time this afternoon to get all of the plants in the ground, and also a row of Okra planted too. Dylan’s favorite veggie of all time. I still need to till  and weed a bit more, and get the Corn and Green Beans planted too. I think we are off to a great start though.

Let’s Go For A Walk

One of my latest goals is to get myself back into some decent form of shape, so I’m walking as much as I can. We have a great walking track in our town, and the little kids are happy to go along for a stroll too.

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We walked last Thursday, and it was chilly, and it looked like it could rain at any second. I let Dylan carry his umbrella around the track, he was so happy.

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The Little Miss doesn’t mind the wind though, she loves to ride along in her stroller.

I’m looking forward to next week, and I hope to make it to the walking trail at least 5 times. I don’t know if the weather is going to let me though.

Dylan’s 4th Birthday

Dylan was so excited for his 4th birthday, he says that now he is officially a big kid.

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He opened presents early in the morning,

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and he was even sweet to share his new found presents with his siblings.

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We had a fun Trolley ride planned, and the a little party in the afternoon too.

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Dylan is quite a pro at opening gifts.

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Thade was there to help, just in case.

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We had cake pops and cupcakes too, and a lot of fun celebrating Dylan’s 4th birthday.

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He is way happy to be a big kid now.

When The Weather Cooperates

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Even though I am not a big fan of the great outdoors, I have been venturing out of the house a bit more now that the weather is finally cooperating. Most mornings I take Agnes for a long walk at the local walking trail. It is so nice to get some fresh air, and I hope that the extra miles will help me shed some of this baby weight.

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Dylan and I have been checking out the local shops for all things spring. We are in need of a new mower, and I’m keeping busy working on the garden too. James got me new gloves and a claw tiller too, and I have a really great start so far. I’m expanding the garden this year, and adding in lilac bushes, and berry bushes too.

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I can’t wait to start planting, and neither can Dylan. He absolutely loves to garden.

The Trolley Ride

We wanted to surprise Dylan for his birthday, and one of his very favorite things about his hometown is the Trolley. We thought it would be cool to take him, and the entire family for a little tour, and it was a blast.

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It was a rainy cool day, but Dylan couldn’t wait to board the Trolley.

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Our moms made it just in time.

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James, Agnes, and Dylan shared a seat.

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I sat by Mr. Thade.

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The Trolley ride is almost an hour long. You get to tour the town, and learn about the history of Ft. Scott.

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There are a lot of neat sights to see,

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and I always learn something new on every tour I take.

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I love viewing the homes,

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and businesses from the Trolley’s windows.

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The trees were just starting to bloom,

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and we passed a few of my favorite homes in town.

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Dylan loved the trolley ride too, and so did the grandmas. It was such a fun day to spend with my family, and to celebrate a sweet little guy’s birthday too.