All I could think while I had my hands in the dirt, was, Goddess bless my efforts. Everything I can plant is ‘in’. I haven’t been able to buy new seeds but I planted all of my stash! Seeds dated from 2008-2011. They will either grow or they won’t. I took all the greens I had and mixed them together and planted them between the rows of all the plants. I actually still have 3 cold frames I can plant, but I think I’ll plant my nettle in one to make sure I get it in. I know people think I’m nuts to direct the weeds, but they grow so well and they are so good for me as menopause approaches.
It’s Easter morning…no real significance at my house with so many yrs spent in a cult…but I honor the earth every day, and prayer is a constant around here.
Still no job – no money – no prospects. Food stamps are gone faster than I can blink with all the price hikes at the grocery store. We have one more month with a house payment possible – 1 more week of benefits, then nothing unless something opens up. Life is going to get real interesting, real soon.
Bright Blessings.
~A
About Morning Knits
I believe in and practice positive living. I love YARN, cooking, music, bird watching, herbs, and gardening. I am passionate about YHWH the Elohim of all the earth. I believe it's our responsibility to tend that earth. I basically do my thing in a quiet, amused way. I believe in laughter, and the power of combined prayer. I am a true homebody.
I have 6 kids, all home-born and successfully breastfed. They are all grown. I'm the oldest of 9, daughter of a missionary mother who lives in Kenya, and I have a spoiled service dog and 2 rescued cats.
Right now, there is balance after yrs of unemployment. My disability was approved due to degenerative discs, fibromyalgia, and obesity. That last is hard to say. I believe we owe it to ourselves to protect our mental health. It's precious and the one thing we can control. I would rather not do my own housework and I talk too much. I bought a house in North Carolina which I ended up leaving for my husband to sell. I'm a two-time caregiver. My husband and I are separated due to stroke complications and personality difficulties.
I am in Texas now. The one place on earth I said I'd never go unless Yah moved me there and HERE I AM! G and I are sharing a small apartment and so far, things are going well.
Green Jean Granny 
I just saw this posted blog and thought of you. They may have some useful tips for your future planting 😉
http://www.highmowingseeds.com/blog/how-to-do-a-quick-germination-test-at-home
xo
I’ve actually seen that Kathy and forgot! I sowed super thick as I’m sure they are old, but they are what I had, so we will give them a go before I ask Vanessa for seed money. My fingers are crossed!