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My Place

Hi guys,

I just wanted to have a thread where I could talk about things that make me happy without bothering anyone else.

So on Sunday a week ago I planted some seeds into a metal tub. Some veggie seeds. Carrots, garlic chives and although it’s not the season for it I threw in some cucumber seeds.

Well yesterday, only a week after planting I noticed my first little green shoot. Then today, there are a bunch of green shoots. Funnily enough I think it’s the cucumbers that have come up first. I may have to make a cloche to help them grow in the cooler weather. The tub is sitting on a concrete path so hopefully that will help keep the soil a bit warmer. I moved them a bit more into the sunshine today as we noticed that the carport was casting shade on them quite early in the afternoon.

I am so happy to see their green little faces pushing up from under that dark earth. Gives me hope in all things. I love to watch things grow. It makes me happy to think that I have played a part in that.

Every day I water them and have a chat with them. How are you today my seeds? I hope that you will grow soon! Now I can encourage them to grow bigger and stronger.

I can’t wait to set up my other veggie garden and grow more things. I am especially looking forward to planting my tomatoes come spring.

@tonys

Meggle

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I can understand you feeling lonely @Oaktree. I have felt it with all my kids now adults. My youngest is still at home. She's 19 and is amazing company. But I do often think of a time when she'll be gone and I feel that horrid empty feeling. Love my husband dealy but it's different isn't it. Like your baby/ies gave you a purpose for so long. They'll always need us though.

I hope that feeling doesn't stick around too long for you.

x

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Amazing @Oaktree beans?

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I know right? @hanami

I was born to be a Mother. And now the kids are all grown up and moved out of home I am a bit lost. I have my husband and he is amazing but as you said it's not quite the same. My kids gave me purpose. Now what?

Hubby is going back to work next week too so I will be alone in the house without a car.

Meggle

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No they are cucumbers @TAB

Meggle

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So lovely watching the progress of your seeds/seedlings @Oaktree 😁

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How are you @Zoe7 @TAB

What are your plans for the day?

Meggle

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I am off work today @Oaktree - had to take Mum to hospital and then will pick her up later. Just a day procedure but my Dad also had a small procedure this morning so my sister took him. Took a bit of juggling between us but we got it all organised.

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Um washing is on @Oaktree supermarket for food shortly. Pay rent . Not much else. Pretty achey today.

What are you up to ?

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He was there for 6 months @Oaktree . He's 25 and it's actually about the 5th time he's been there. He studied there for a year a few years back and ended up with a Japanese gf for about 3 years. He brought her back here but she was really homesick so went home. He can speak Japanese and is pretty good, even though he doesn't think he is. I've been twice and it's such a beautiful culture. The people are peaceful and welcoming. And the shopping and sights were amazing.

I think my son wants to return next year for another stint of work so we might go and visit then. If we can save some money.

Yes, I understand how you can feel like you've lost your purpose. Is there a hobby or something you'd like to pursue now your kids are grown up?

Hanami ❤️

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@Zoe7

I hope your Mum and Dad are alright. It does sound like some juggling had to take place. Lucky that you had help with that.

@TAB

I am taking hubby to a specialist appointment at a hospital this morning to talk about a knee replacement. I just hope we don't find out that he has to be placed on a super long waiting list as we already waited over 2 years for this appointment.

Meggle

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