I make her wet most nights and despite having done it so many times I never tire of the activity; I get deep enjoyment from doing it and, of course, there's a great deal of mutual benefit that comes from it. I spend around thirty to forty minutes most nights at the end of which she's very wet and I like to think incredibly satisfied. Sometimes the fluid gets on me as well but I don't mind; fully immersing myself in the moment makes me feel closer to her and sort of extends the pleasure.
I made her wet tonight
I'm referring to watering my garden and let me assure you, she loves it!
Living in my part of Australia means extremely hot summers and, with little rainfall, keeping gardens alive and thriving takes constant effort so whilst I live a very busy lifestyle most nights I can be found outside watering my garden.
She's a mix of formal garden areas and vegetable garden beds with a good number of potted plants as well. I've focused on using plants that will accept the conditions however have kept away from the hardy natives which, whilst more tolerant of the conditions, are not overly interesting to me. I mix green foliage with splashes of colour and with the selections I've made generally have a nice balance of the two. With my vegetable gardens I've planted out varieties I'll eat and have also made some effort to focus on those that are more suited to the conditions. There's exceptions that I have to work a little harder with but generally, provided I keep the water levels up and shade them on the very hot days, everything I have is quite tolerant.
I get pulled in many directions and have a lot of commitments however making time to spend with my garden is incredibly important to me. Not only does it ensure my hard work isn't ruined by the hot weather and lack of rain but I enjoy those moments out there, the smells of the moist earth, sounds of flowing water and the way the air feels fresher as the water cools the foliage and provides life-giving mosture.
She loves it
Humankind hasn't generally been kind to mother nature and, with the ever-increasing demand upon her resources, moving forward I think she'll suffer a little more. I can't directly impact the entire planet but I can care for and love my own garden, and I do, passionately.
The time I spend out there, be it preparing soil, propagating, planting, weeding, clipping, harvesting or just making her wet is so valuable and, in truth, I believe is just as important for me as it is for my garden. As I look after her she looks after me in return, my wellbeing, providing sustenance, peace and quiet moments to enjoy. I've just finished out there and am so pleased with how things are going and especially so with my vegetables which are looking simply stunning; I'm in for a pretty good harvest this time around I think and it's difficult to be patient. Whilst I'm being patient I'll enjoy those moments with my garden and look forward to the bounteous return she'll provide.
Design and create your ideal life, don't live it by default - Tomorrow isn't promised so be humble and kind
the image is my own
Lucky sod! I'm talking about her and you both actually lol. I miss gardening. Even gardening in Oudtshoorn was ok because it was at least a challenge keeping things alive.
Maybe I need to get a new planter box to grow something, anything. It's amazing how much it has a positive impact on your state of mind. Green stuff rocks.
I'm glad your veggies are still going strong, although I know your dedication wouldn't waiver so wouldn't expect anything else really. Keen to see new photos soon.
Have a good one.
Doing a little gardening is good for the soul I think and whilst not everyone has ground to work with a pot here and there goes a long way towards bringing similar feelings. You should do it!
I always forget that when we are having our winter you're having your hot summer. I am looking forward to working in my garden soon, but still have a few months to go. It's still covered in snow as well. We got about 12"+ last week. I get busy during the summer and then on occasion dread going out to water. But when I am out there, your right.. it's mentally relaxing. I suppose I like getting her all wet too! 😆
Is that your garden in the photo? LOVE the Plumeria or Frangipani or whatever you call it out there. Bet it smells good too! Don't go getting her flowers too damp. 😁
Snow gardening isn't much fun, or so I'd imagine. You'll be able to get back into it soon enough...planning time now though I guess.
Yes, that's my garden in the image and yep, that frangipani is a lovely little plant. My parents has a very large one when I was growing up so I jumped at the chance to grab this cutting and it's now living happily in its pot.
Yeah.. Snow Gardening! Fun Stuff. There my garden there to the right of the shed. I think you can make out a few poles. Lol. Nothing growing under that mess.
Frangipani grows slowly. At least mine does. I have a small cutting here that we have had for about 4 years now. It did bloom once a couple of years ago.
Hmm, who snows what may be growing in your garden underneath that cold stuff. Lol, ok I know it was a bad joke.
Frangipani flowers are rather nice are they not?
Hahahaha. I like those dry jokes like that. Hehe. Yes. The ones in Hawaii I remember smelling wonderful. Ours here at the house smell like nothing. Looked great but didn’t have a smell. And no I didn’t have Covid then. 😆
Love the way you caught that water just right. Makes for a very beautiful photo.
I'm already looking through the early seed catalogs and daydreaming on what I want to do on the porches when spring comes back here.
It's a rewarding thing, gardening. Sure, it can be hard work but it has good benefits that make that worth it. And...watering is fun!
I like gardening until about August, when it gets so hot I don't care what dies.....LOL !!
Gardening in the cooler weather beats gardening in the heat of summer, I'll agree with you there.
Great title, drew me in and of the first paragraph was written with a lot of love.
Keep making her wet, as much as she enjoys it, she lets you appreciate her beauty and breathe in fresh air. It's a win win relationship.
,❤️✅
My garden and I are on quite intimate terms...She'll be entertaining me again tonight, and she'll be wet.
How do you feel after last night??
I'm sure she was pretty great on the entertainment, and wet as usual 😊✅
I didn't water the garden last night but will do so tonight. I harvested some vegetables last night though. Tasty!
Ohhh, she must have indeed missed having you around.
I love vegetables, really tasty! 💪
Hahaha you made a remarkable and an attention grabbing impression with your headline! But even more importantly, thank you for letting us know why it is essential to take care of mother nature.
We only have one planet so I guess we'd best look after it huh?
Yes you bet, we must keep caring by constantly making her wet😂
Indeed.
WOW, love the motion and energy in the photos. Keep up the creative garden! 👍
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The first paragraph was intentional :)
Everything I write is intentional. 😉
I agree. This was on point and I did not even properly read the remaining paragraphs once I figured you were making your plants wet. Even then, I was searching for what do you mean by plants. Is it really plants or the plants? lol My morning cannot start in a better, funny way than this :)
It's always nice to have a little humour in ones day.
I have read but do not understand much, do not dare to comment,
No worries.
Fantastic shot. I can smell those frangipanis.
Yeah, they're a legit smelling flower huh?
Being able to make things grow is awesome. Every spring I look for ways to expand the small garden I have in the space I have, and I love every minute of it.
Small gardens can be more manageable but also bring great challenge through the need to get the mix of plants right and the varieties also as one doesn't want one particular thing to take over. So I find anyway.