The 100th day of the year has its own quiet rule in Latvian garden — peas go into the soil. No discussions, no overthinking, no checking the forecast for the tenth time. No matter what, the peas are going in. Some years the ground is still a bit cold, some years it’s perfectly ready. It … More Peas Go In on the 100th Day
I didn’t feel great yesterday, so I stayed in bed and let myself sink into the soft, predictable comfort of Hallmark movies. I know, I know… but sometimes you just need that. While curled up, I ordered a few missing things for my sewing machine — a hidden zipper foot, measuring tape, needles, and scissors. … More Vacation Day 9: Lazy Day
Yesterday evening, between bursts of rain and clouds that can’t seem to make up their mind, Linna and I ventured out into the field — straight into the furrows where our peas grow. They’ve been reaching out like hopeful little climbers, begging for something to hold on to. So, we brought out a roll of … More Peas, Mosquitoes, and Weather Swaps, Please…
OMG! I give up (you know I don’t)! Even those who are gardening for ages haven’t seen so many weeds in one plot! Wow! If you walk to my furrows, you will get lost! You can’t find them! If you don’t know the potatoes, carrots, onions, beetroot, beans, peas, etc are there – you can’t … More Why I’m Leaving Gardening!
a day in the life of a latvian mom 