Yesterday, I spent way too long tidying up the greenhouse—and honestly, I don’t even like it.
For starters, the entrance is a slippery slope. Literally. It’s built into a hill, and after any rain, it’s like trying to walk across soap. I’ve already slipped there twice and hit myself hard, and ever since, I tread like a cautious old lady every time I step inside.
And then there’s the shape. It’s round and low. That might sound quirky and cute, but trust me—it’s not. I keep banging my head on the metal side poles. Constantly. You’d think after the third or fourth bruise my body would learn, but no, I’m still hitting my forehead like it’s a daily ritual. It’s maddening.
I know I need a new greenhouse—one that doesn’t give me head trauma or require hiking gear to enter. But building a new one? Not this summer. Even if I ordered the perfect one today, I’d still need to level the ground and lay some kind of foundation. It’s a whole project I don’t have time or energy for right now. Jānis is also running on low…
Still, I’m dreaming. A simple greenhouse. No arches, no awkward corners, just something that lets me stand upright without fear of metal sneak attacks. I think I even made a sketch back in March when hope was high and snow was melting. And knowing myself—when I really want something, I do it.
I’m not some helpless princess waiting for a greenhouse fairy to fix things. I’m a determined, independent woman who gets things done—just not this summer
Ilze
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I’d love to have a greenhouse.
Australia is one big greenhouse 🙂 Maybe for winter months!?
Yes, it was -9°C when I walked the dog this morning.
WHAT!? -9 C in Australia… I guess I’m confused 🙂
You have a lot of growth in there! If you build a new greenhouse, maybe your kids can use your old one.
Yes, if they want 🙂 But I think I will build small greenhouses… four… 🙂 It’s easier to build one and also maintain…
What a shame that greenhouse is so low. A greenhouse is actually quite a valuable asset if you have the space for it.
Anyway, good luck with it.
Oh, yes, I want to build my own greenhouse…. for a second year now 🙂 Maybe next year 🙂
What a shame that greenhouse is so low. A greenhouse is actually quite a valuable asset if you have the space for it.
Anyway, good luck with it.
Thank you 🙂 I wish my greenhouse was higher! and more like house, not arch
I love how honest you are with your blog! I am taking a little rest from blogging after 13 years! I am focusing on my 3rd novel for my trilogy, enjoy gardening, and taking care of our health.
There is enough in there! I do enjoy reading your blog. I will still be on to comment once a week but trying to focus on these things. Life has thrown me a few whammies to focus on with health and enjoying the garden. We have cucumbers but I so enjoy hearing about Australia. Can you recommend any good mystery novelists from Australia? Anyway, I wish you and your family the best. We are in Florida and there are a few greenhouses.
Oh wow — writing a third novel in a trilogy sounds like a huge project already 🙂 And honestly, gardening + health + less pressure online sounds like a very wise combination after 13 years of blogging.
I’m probably the worst person to ask about Australian mystery novels though 🙂 I’m from Latvia!
Wishing you lots of peaceful garden moments and energy for finishing your trilogy 🌱
Thank you. For some reason, maybe I thought Australia as you were responding to another blogger….and in my head, I was writing my novel. Ha, ha. I do need a break.
🙂 Where are you from? It’s easy to mix up! I have readers from all over the world and Eha, the biggest commenter is from Australia, but her roots are from my region – Estonia.
Florida.
That is what I thought 🙂 Would be too hot for me… and too scary (alligators/crocodiles) for me 🙂