Orchid Crazy

I'm not doing anything special I swear! Here is another Orchid from the front patio that has bloomed!

Squash

I am growing Crookneck Squash. I had always assumed that all of the squash flowers turned into baby squash...not so. There have been many blooms but only one has grown into a squash. I had thought that you would have to pick the buds to make squash flower soup or stuffed squash blossoms and that it would be a waste of the squash. As it turns out there are probably 10 flowers to one small squash that developed...hmmm interesting.

I know, right?!

Yes, all by themselves they grew...I did nothing but give them water. Can you believe it. I got this plant a couple years ago at that same orchid farm in Santa Barbara. They lasted for about 6 weeks, full bright blooms. I wish they all grew like that but patience is the key with these. Just like getting a new job after you've been laid off...just have to hang in and keep plugging away at it!!! And curse your old boss, but not the plant.

Birdseed + Dirt = Flowers

Did you ever think about what seeds are in your birdseed? I never have, but it's obviously seed from plants, flowers, etc. I put a bird feeder outside of the patio and the birds went nuts!! I'm not kidding, we had at least 40 birds on the patio at once. Doves, finches, bushtits, you name it we had it. Anywhooo...it became obvious that the seed was going everywhere. After awhile I had grass growing out of my pots and some lovely daisies. Who knew that birdseed would grow and bloom!!!

Sorry!!

I've been slammed with work plus boyfriend's b-day and Halloween. I have several things to share with you so please check back!!

Pots

Hello! I was at a BBQ this weekend at my friend Denise's house and we were talking about where to find large pots for planting, fountains, etc. My boyfriend happened across a large pot for a TV scene and the company name was Jackalope. Here is the link http://www.jackalope.com/pottery.html

Rant 1!

I'm not a rich person but let me tell you, if I had millions of dollars I would not be a tight-fisted wanker. I would share the wealth. I would buy my friends beverages, have a party with food and beverages and I might even hold your hair back after all the bevies and parties! I just don't get why some people are so tight-fisted. I understand that in no way, shape of form do I think that I am entitled to other people's money but my Lord, I think you can pick up a meal for $8 and give me a freaking break! Especially if you are making 40 times more than I am. The economy has not been so kind to some, so when I can, I like to think that I give just a little to help. Everyone's got to eat, you know, especially your friends! Ok, I am calm again!