Well, it's been a crazy summer. Between building the memorial garden at the care center and managing Wiese Acres, I haven't had a moment to spare. Thankfully, Mother Nature has been pretty kind and kept everything nicely watered for us, which saves a huge amount of time. The downside of plenty of rain is plenty of weeds. I think I finally have the worst of them under control for this year. Maintenance should be a bit easier going forward, and I can take it a little easier, even when company is coming to visit.
And we have had plenty of visitors this year. First, a family gathering over the 4th of July weekend. Then, some friends who requested a private tour. One week, a local news station was out to film an episode of their gardening segment, called Plant Talk. The next week, the state master gardener group was out for a tour. Talk about stress! But, it sure gave me the nudge I needed to get out there and really get that work done.
Here is a pictorial tour of the results of that work. I hope you enjoy the photos.
