I had yesterday off, and hoped to get outside and work in the yard. BUT the rain didn't let up. So I played inside. This morning the rain did stop. Oh, how I love to work under an overcast sky:)
My favorite thing to do during this type of weather is tidy up, and weed. Plants pull out so easy in the wet soil. I let this bed go 'wild' with wild Jew. I'm going to plant fall garden plants soon, so this morning was perfect!!
Man o man what a pile to take to the compost! (there is another pile at the other end). I love this wild Jew. It grows thick enough to detour weeds, blooms blue, and pulls up so easy. It also re-seeds. Totally carefree. The leaves do get ratty looking in late summer.
This is the wild Jew's bloom. One little boy I know called it Blue Bat Faces, I agree. (sorry I can't get a clear close-up) I have also seen it called Day Flower. I have two types, a low mat forming type that holds its leaves better. And a mounding wide leaf type with bigger blooms. Both are wonderful.
Ta-Da! All ready to fluff up and plant!!! That will happen on a drier day. I think I'll spend the rest of the day tidying the yard. No end to that for sure:) That is if it doesn't start raining again:)
Too wet to mow:)
Too wet to plant the new stuff I got yesterday:(.
But a lovely day none the less:)
I am SO thankful for the rain!! And the dirt. And the plant life. I feel the earth's energy and it revives me!! I am feeling good. I can't help but see where it comes from and who to thank for it!! I hope all are having a wonderful Thankful Thursday also.
Too wet to plant the new stuff I got yesterday:(.
But a lovely day none the less:)
Cute froggy rain measuring thingy (don't know what to call it - lol). Hope your having a great day :)
ReplyDeleteNothing like a clean bed to make you feel good.
ReplyDeleteI love the garden after a rain.
ReplyDeleteWendy
I'm thankful for everyday the Lord let's me see....as for the rain....I really need some sunshine!
ReplyDeleteOh I can understand, Carla. I love to weed on cloudy days, especially after rain. Otherwise it's just too hot! And working outside makes me feel that way too! Lovely Thankful Thursday post!
ReplyDeleteI am so glad you are enjoying the rain. We have had more than our fare share this summer. I so enjoy visiting your garden.
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