I can’t remember the last time I posted … Wednesday’s Hodgepodge, I guess. Before that? I’d have to go check my blog to see. And unfortunately it’s not going to be getting any better for the next week.
So let’s get caught up a little before I disappear again.
I spent Thursday at DD’s … the last swim meet of the season is next Tuesday, so the practices have been pretty intense this past week. On top of that, both meets this past week were out of town, making for some late nights. So DD asked if I could come over to let T#4 sleep in … she didn’t have to twist my arm.
I just stuck around until time to head out for the meet that evening. As you can see, T#4 was able to entertain herself while Papa and I watched the swimmers compete.
Friday was another day spent at DD’s. After the late night Thursday, it was good to let T#4 sleep in again … and we all had game time after the rest of the crew got home from practice that morning. Needless to say, by the time I got home that evening, I was exhausted … too exhausted to remember to check out the Super Moon. And I had SO wanted to see it! We saw a Super Moon when we were in Hilton Head two years ago ... just LOVED seeing it come up out of the ocean.
It was another early morning Saturday for the penultimate meet of the summer swim season. T#1 swam with the 13-14 year old boys on the 100m free … and won his event, improving his previous best time.
We took a walkabout the yard when we got home from the meet … we have two zucchini plants, and one is beginning to get pretty puny. Of course, it’s the one that’s been producing zucchinis … the other plant appears to be remaining healthy … if it doesn’t start producing soon, we’ll have to rely on the farmers’ market for our fresh zucchini.
At least our tomatoes are healthy, and a couple of our plants are producing enough tomatoes for the entire subdivision!
We discovered evidence of moles, too, while walking around the yard. That’s going through my landscaping bed! If the moles keep moving the same direction, they’ll be in the middle of our roses.
After our walkabout, I started packing for retreat. I had to go get out our larger suitcase to hold all the fabric I have kitted up and ready to go!
I’ll be surprised if I work on anything other than T#1’s log cabin, but I’ll be prepared in case I change my mind/get bored. ha! I’ll finish packing this morning with what I’ll need for myself after I finish getting ready for the day. I’m excited … this is my first “real” (overnight) retreat … it’s being held at a B&B pretty much out in the middle of nowhere, about 2 1/2 hours from my house, so I’m hoping I’ve remembered everything. 
Hoping you all are having a wonderful weekend!
Kathy
Have fun at your retreat - I have never been to one. your tomatoes are looking great - I am getting a little bit if produce but not much, my garden isn't looking too good this year. too much rain and not enough sun?
ReplyDeleteOur tomato plants have some tomatoes but not like yours! You'll have enough for the year if you freeze or can! Did you get the storms last night? Lots of rain and wind but no damage at our house. Ours not so lucky. Have a great retreat. I'll be waiting to hear all about it! ~Jeanne
ReplyDeleteThat mole looks like he could do some serious damage to a garden. Is there a way to catch him?
ReplyDeleteHave a good trip.
Hope you have a blast at your retreat.. .take lots of pics when you can with that new camera! Kathi
ReplyDeleteHave fun on your retreat!!!! I've been off grid too - it's necessary to take a break every now and again :)
ReplyDeleteI am impressed with that tomato!! That is amazing. I wish I was closer I could keep you in zucchini.
ReplyDeleteNo one around here is running for cover yet but I expect it to be soon.
Have fun on your retreat. It sounds wonderful.
I am sure you will have so much fun and learn so many new things.
I love the pictures of the kids. I bet you had fun.
I can't wait to hear all about it when you get back.
I am having the same problem as Karen too much rain this year and my garden isn't doing as well. I must say the cucumbers love the water though. Moles are usually a sign of grubs so if you kill the grubs in your lawn they will probably move on.
ReplyDeleteOh, I bet you have a great time on the retreat. I have a friend who goes to sewing retreats several times a year. She makes beautiful children's clothes and about 7 of them gather at a B&B in Texas and for 3 days they sew, eat and talk till they can't hold their heads up. I love to hear her tell about it when she gets home. Can't wait to hear about yours.
ReplyDeleteT#4 certainly was getting her stretching exercise accomplished. So cute. Looking forward to your retreat post. I have never been on one. Enjoy!
ReplyDeleteI am soo looking forward to hearing all about your quilting retreat. It just sounds soo fun. My sister and I have been considering going to one as well. Looks like you are sure going to have an abundance of tomatoes. I love them so and there is nothing like home grown. Hope you had a good day!
ReplyDeleteI am just now trying to catch up on my blog reading after having grandkids here for three days. They keep you busy! I am so glad you are going on this retreat. I hope you have a wonderful time!
ReplyDeleteSounds like your summer is in full effect!!!
ReplyDeleteYou need my dogs - they catch those moles... tear up a yard while doing it - but they get 'em
We planted zuchini for the first time this year, but we didn't know we were supposed to pick them before they got HUGE! I wish we had some tomatoes...
ReplyDeleteYour tomatoes look wonderful! Ours are struggling in the heat now but they were nice earlier. Well worth the effort! Sounds like you have been a really busy lady doing things you love. That's a blessing! Hope your retreat is a rip roaring success.
ReplyDeleteI've been off the grid,lately, too. It was good to stop by and catch up with you.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy that retreat :)
I've been off the grid,lately, too. It was good to stop by and catch up with you.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy that retreat :)
Have fun at retreat! I need to plant soon and see if I can get something to grow down here. Way too hot right now but they say August is the next planting time for fall... which is everything I would have normally planted in June in VT! Maybe I'll figure this out.
ReplyDeleteThe swim meets sound like fun! Love your tomato bush, ours is going crazy too. The super moon was awesome, I couldn't even get a good picture....it was so bright. How wonderful it must have been to see it at the ocean. Hope your retreat was fun.
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