Sow and Grow

Good morning, friends!

Today brought both a travesty and a triumph in the garden.

This morning, I discovered that one of the watermelons had dropped off the vine—just gone! I’m thinking the strong winds from yesterday’s storm may have been the culprit. It’s always a little disheartening to lose something you’ve been nurturing, especially when it seemed to be coming along so well.

But nature has a way of balancing things out. I also woke up to two blooming sunflowers! What a beautiful surprise. I absolutely love sunflowers—their bold, golden faces always lift my spirit. I can’t wait to see the full range of colors from this particular variety. They’re already lighting up the garden with joy.

That’s the rhythm of gardening, isn’t it? Some days bring losses, others bring little miracles. Over in the watermelon patch, there are still two strong melons hanging on and even more flowers popping up. So there’s still hope for another sweet harvest.

Just another day in my gardening world. 🌱

Happy growing, y’all.
— Raquel 🌻