Tomatoes

About a week ago I repotted my tomato, rosemary, basil and ivy plants.

The tomato quickly responded to the new soil and "leg room"

as the little fruits have started to turn cherry red.

It may be ridiculous to be babbling on about the simple process of plant growth,

but I'm so proud of my little tomato plant!

Once I was gushing to a friend about how quickly some picked basil

rooted when placed in a glass of water.

"Isn't that what it's supposed to do?" he asked, a bit puzzled.

"Yes, but how wonderful!" was my reply.

So here's to the steady growth of plants,

and the amazement of small wonders.

Quiet Morning

Last night it was cool enough to turn off the fan and snuggle under quilts.

The past few nights have been full of swooping bats and pouncing foxes.

The vixen has brought her kit down from the mountain to hunt.

This morning a swirly breeze is tossing clouds across the sky and the air smells of cut grass.

A new knitting magazine, berries from the weekend and some simple paper marbling I did last week.

I received news of two dear friends who are very ill...they fill my thoughts today.

Morning Thunder

I woke to the sound of thunder this morning.

There was rain and lightening on my drive into work

but now a great wind is pushing all clouds aside.

My brother sent me a little care package of tea towels, 

a scented candle and some snacks.

Thanks so much D, you lifted my spirits on a sad day.

xo, j