a day in the life of a latvian mom

I got busy potting out my tomatoes. And yes… I did it the way I always do — sowing them all together in one container instead of carefully placing one seed per pot like a more patient gardener probably would. I know the “right” way. One seed, one pot, neat and simple. But somehow I never follow it.

Instead, I end up with a tiny tomato forest. And then comes the untangling.

It’s a bit of a process — gently separating the seedlings, trying not to damage those fragile roots, moving each one into its own little space. Still, there’s something satisfying about it. Giving each plant its own room to grow.

After that, I moved on to flowers. It felt like I had to — like the season wouldn’t properly begin without them. Zinnias, cosmos, poppies, and Chinese asters. Will see, will see… I’m not the only one that struggle with seedings this year…

There’s still a long way to go. Transplanting again, hardening off, hoping the weather behaves, hoping I don’t forget to water on a busy day. But for now, everything feels calm and right.

Just me, a table full of cups, and the promise of tomatoes and flowers.

Ilze