It's been a while (I know, I know, I think I said that before, at least I'm consistent), but I have been very busy! I Promise :)
In the Garden
Not much planting and harvesting to report.
The big news is that I've almost finished weeding out the vegie patch. Finally! It was infested with Couch and Buffalo grass. Unfortunately these nifty weeds push out runners which can re-grow from the tiny bits of runners that may snap off when you pull them up. I definitely didn't want to resort to chemicals, so I pulled and sifted through the dirt and I think I'm nearly there. I have tried the no-dig method, and although it was piled high, and it did work, I just don't have the money to buy the hay, manure ect, and besides, the dirt that is now there is rich and yummy.
There is one identified plant that I have left. I'm not sure what it is..
Any suggestions. I thought maybe Geranium, but it doesn't have that Geranium smell.
Stuntman helping to put the lattice on. Stuntman has been very intrigued by all the goings ons in the garden patch.
Planning for the Future
My husband hasn't been paid for 4 weeks now, this happens from time to time and it is just the nature of his work (building industry) and the downside of running a small business. So menu planning has had to centre around what is in the freezer/pantry. We are fortunate that both of these were well stocked.....they are looking quite bare now.
I've made up a shopping list for when we do get paid (please be this week, please be this week) and it's a massive one. On the upside, the pantry is nice and tidy and I had the opportunity to give our storage containers a clean. And the menu plan is looking good :)
Working for the Future
The hen house is done! And I'm proud to say it is almost all made from scrap/scavenged stuff. We needed to buy hinges and a latch for the gate and I went to the salvage yard ($2 each) for the nesting boxes (large plastic containers that my husband has trimmed down).
Next week Polly and Esther the Isa Browns will be joining our family!
A few weeks ago I ordered clothing labels and sizing tags....I'm getting things into place to sell some of my sewing. I don't have the time to do this on a large scale, but my first goal is to make a few items and advertise among my friends on Facebook and also on Etsy. My long term goal is to produce enough stock to have a stall at a fair next year. I have no illusions that this could bring in good money, it won't, but I'm hoping that I can produce/sell enough that my hobby pays for itself.
Building Community
Helping to organise a family games night at my church. Asked one of the ladies at church if I can come along to the bi-monthly craft evening at her place.
I've got my Girl Guides doing a "term of service". We are looking at Beyond Blue (youth mental health), Naragebup (local environment centre) and Breast Cancer Foundation. I've organised a guest speaker to talk on mental health and over the term we will look at the three organisations, do activities and raise awareness.
I went along to my local LETS group meeting.
Learn a new Skill
I managed to get hold of the book "Artisan Bread in 5 Minutes a Day" and what a great book!
So easy and simple and the results are wonderful. Nice crusty bread with a soft crumb (inside).
It's also been a great activity to do with my daughter. Here she is, showing off her first loaf!
I've also been playing around with making my own yoghurt. Very yummy.
Big thanks to Belinda for hosting this meme. :) Belinda is a wonderful inspiration.
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