Season of Plenty

Green Beans for the haul. Blue Lake from Johnnys Seeds 

Sungold tomatoes which are so delicious and very prolific 

Broccoli 

The story is they grow so fast next thing you know they are ready to be picked 

German Pink 

Smoked paprikas 

Peppers and Zucchini galore 

The Sungolds shining through 

 

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A quick update go where life takes you!!

 Hello lovely souls I am so glad to be back in on Post. I have missed you guys so much. I never thought that life would take me on this path where I have absolutely no time to update the blog and continue sharing my life with you but here we are. Just a quick update Cooper Gallop graduated this year and is heading to the Marines. He is leaving September 2. I know can you hardly believe it some of you can remember when they were little and they were in scrapbook pages now he’s a young man getting ready to go on his own journey of life.

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I still continue with back However, I try to do my best. The garden and the plants are thriving. The grandbabies are growing up. Dusty will be in his last year of high school. That’s hard to believe as well. 

Dusty passed his drivers test now he is a licensed driver. Just in time for his senior year. 

The garden has been thriving. We use the pansies on our salads. Delicious 😋 

Kenso and Skylar, Skybear turned 12 this past December, 2024. 

Kenso was born in March of 2025. I love him so much. 

Enjoying the warm sunshine. Out searching for herbs. 

Dusty is an avid fisherman. He loves the sport. He does the catch and release. His friends enjoy that is well. 

Baker at Cody’s house. I enjoy being with the grandchildren. 

                                    Kenso “The King” 

On Sunday Brooks and Baker came over they love fresh tomatoes. It made my heart sing. 

They went to visit the Little Free Library that I fill with books. 

The sunflowers are in full bloom. The finches are enjoying them as well as the bumblebee bees and honey bees. I wanted to give a few updates on what’s been happening. I will be back soon for the cruise pictures. Our oldest son and dil took us on a cruise. It was certainly a wonderful experience. A cruise was never in my dreams as I didn’t think it was possible. I know sounds ridiculous but it is true just was never on my radar. So stay tuned for pictures. 

As always love and hugs, 

Dawn 

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Alexis in NC, Potatoes planted and Awards

 

Dusty went fishing today and of course catch and release 

I love this one ☝️ Dusty enjoyed himself. Let summer begin. 

Dusty and Cooper got awards last night at the awards ceremony 

I was proud of them. Like I always say it takes a village and without the village helping out my kids would have never been able to do all the sports. A true blessing. I am so thankful for all the parents who have helped us out. Thank you 😊 

I took lots of pictures I am so proud of the track and field team they have really accomplished so many important tasks this year. I am no way a sports announcer. Wtg team!!!! 

We did get four rows of 137 feet of potatoes planted all from seed potatoes that were left over from last years harvest. Talk about self sufficient. I was so happy we didn’t have to buy seed potatoes. 

Cooper and Dusty helped. Mostly Cooper as Colby and Dusty went to the Carney Rodeo. 

Alexis is North Carolina dropping Riggs and Ledger with Auntie Tara. Cheerwine and Brunswick stew are in the shopping cart. Have fun guys!!! 

I have been feeling extremely exhausted lately. The fibromyalgia has really started flaring up. Note the inflammation. Tonight I fixed pork chops and cabbage with ramps tonight. Take care my friends. Until next time ❤️

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The Garden of 2024 🌿🪴👩🏻‍🌾

 

Hello sweet friends can you hardly believe it’s another growing season upon us. 2024 has moved into May in the wink of an eye.  With all the days of heavy rains the ground is being prepped and ready. The raised beds are full of nutrients and earthworms just waiting for those gorgeous plants to be inserted into the ground.  How I love this time of year. The smell of the earth and the warmth of the sun just make my heart sing. It is such a blessing to be able to have my Planta Greenhouse. 

I planted the cold frame in February. We did have some really cold nights however the seeds germinated and flourished to sweet delicious lettuce and radishes. The most amazing tasting spinach. When I say cold weather I am talking single digits with snow on the ground. 

The spinach has been so delicious. I am going to turn around and plant more seeds. 

Bruce planted all the onions with a bit on help from me. It’s just too hard for me to get down to plant them with my back. 

I always love to see the first dandelion flower of the year. Makes me so happy it’s a sign that spring is coming. 

If you could see it now in only a few weeks it has gone to growth mode. 

Happy Mother’s Day 

My daughter Alexis sent me this beautiful picture of Donna the twins grandma Amelia’s mom. I just love it. Brooks  is in front. Baker the other ketchup. So precious. I love them so much. 

We had to work for Mother’s Day but I got a lot of gifts and calls. It was a nice day. Makes my heart sing to be loved. 

Sending everyone love and happiness. 

Blessings 

(I had started this post a week ago or more) 

I am trying ❤️

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