gardening

We tried to have a garden when we lived in Salem. We got a few tomatoes and herbs but the seagulls would steal everything faster than we could pick it. Our garden this year is really coming along. Everyday Dave brings in a handful of little tomatoes. Our bigger tomatoes are looking good. The kale and rainbow chard is probably ready too but we haven't wanted to disturb it. A few weeks ago Dave picked a little carrot. He keeps forgetting to involve Elinor in the process of picking! She gets so picky with foods randomly. I am hoping that seeing where it comes from and being a part of the process will keep her interested.

Playing in the backyard the other day, I helped her pick another carrot. This one was a lot bigger than last time. She tried eating it right away all covered in soil. We came inside, she cleaned it almost all by herself and ate it. She's been on a carrot strike lately so I was happy.

Now if we can remember to take advantage of having these treats outside! We wanted to make a smoothie the other morning but needed mint. Dave reminded me we have plenty of it in our garden!