tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028511544962112852.comments2016-01-20T20:21:15.314-08:00Michaela and Daron's Wild RideDaronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01460150658339384315noreply@blogger.comBlogger18125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028511544962112852.post-19786934760334606762016-01-20T20:21:15.314-08:002016-01-20T20:21:15.314-08:00Thanks for your comment, Ryan. It has been neat to...Thanks for your comment, Ryan. It has been neat to see how you and Kate have managed to make things work amidst the challenges of our time, and how you are balancing so many competing demands. I really love your place, difficult as it may be to keep up. Hopefully over the next few years we'll be able to compare notes as we move forward. It's good to hear from you!Michaelahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10061466701164977570noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028511544962112852.post-65982709814592095662016-01-20T06:03:55.132-08:002016-01-20T06:03:55.132-08:00Wonderful post, thanks for writing this. It is har...Wonderful post, thanks for writing this. It is hard. We spent many years living in an apartment wanting to have a place with some land. The first-time home buyer's credit to help stimulate the economy gave us a chance. Of course property values fell further, the house needs a ton of work and it's difficult to find the time or money to do the things we'd like. And I still realize how fortunate we are as I see hard-working people struggling to make ends meet working jobs that pay a low minimum wage, and those who are unemployed, experiencing homelessness and other challenges that I don't face. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13017997507482468056noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028511544962112852.post-84676717488373148422011-03-22T16:51:10.679-07:002011-03-22T16:51:10.679-07:00Planted our broccoli seeds, indoors, yesterday. Fo...Planted our broccoli seeds, indoors, yesterday. Four different types! They should be up in a few days. I think you could grow a broccoli plant in a pot. You could harvest side shoots for quite awhile after the main head is harvested.<br /><br />Our garlic is up that we planted last Fall. Also some of the lettuce seeds we broadcast last Fall, in one section of the garden, are coming up. Should have an early supply of fresh greens this year!<br /><br />You should be able to start harvesting cherry tomatoes by early summer, depending on when you get your plant set out. Most cherry types take 72-76 days for mature fruit, although there may be a few types that set fruit and mature earlier.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13486612227095597728noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028511544962112852.post-91317830896752650472011-03-19T11:18:09.075-07:002011-03-19T11:18:09.075-07:00For the most part we are past getting frosts. The ...For the most part we are past getting frosts. The nice thing is that we are at the top of a hill so we tend to avoid frosts. The grass at the base of the hill has had frost a few days ago. It also helps having the brick walls to radiate some heat back out during the night.<br /><br />The patio is a mix of sunlight. The back right corner where I'm going to place the tomato gets full sun for most of the day so it should work well. Other parts (especially once the big bush gets some leaves) are going to be shady which will be good for lettuce.<br /><br />We are getting warmer and I think the danger of a hard frost is mostly gone. I'm going to use some of the plastic sheets I used for the windows to build covers for them that I'm going to use while the seeds are germinating and for a while after they come up to ensure they grow well.<br /><br />I'm just going to try to find a cherry tomato plant instead of using seeds. I want to ensure we can get a full harvest before we leave at the end of summer.Daronhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01460150658339384315noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028511544962112852.post-26545706379057223202011-03-19T06:00:01.873-07:002011-03-19T06:00:01.873-07:00Our little tomato plants, eggplants, and bell pepp...Our little tomato plants, eggplants, and bell peppers, that we started from seed, are doing fine after being transplanted into 3 inch pots, but are growing rather slowly. Probably due to limited sunshine and the coolness of our house. I move them back and forth, from our east slider to our west front window, but we've had numerous cloudy days so still limited sun exposure. We are hoping it begins to warm up enough so we can move them outside during the day. I was curious what kind of sun exposure you will be getting for your patio garden? Are you past getting frosts at night? When you plant your seeds, they will need it warm enough so they will germinate. That varies with the type of seed you are planting, cool weather seeds like lettuce not needing as much warmth as tomato seeds. Our tomato seeds germinated much quicker than the eggplants or peppers.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13486612227095597728noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028511544962112852.post-78896062017855040572011-03-19T03:04:20.942-07:002011-03-19T03:04:20.942-07:00Thanks! Credo is a lot better overall in their pra...Thanks! Credo is a lot better overall in their practices in general. Michaela and I will have to look into them when we get back to the States.<br /><br />I have some plans to make the soil good (even in the pots!) for the plants. Have to see how it goes. Its going to be an experiment!Daronhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01460150658339384315noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028511544962112852.post-64100807376073248322011-03-18T19:13:07.323-07:002011-03-18T19:13:07.323-07:00How Fascinating! I must admit: my first reaction...How Fascinating! I must admit: my first reaction was to want to call you to talk with you about it. I guess spontaneous phone calls is part of my comfort zone. Recently Boots has been wondering about switching from Verizon to Credo for our cell phone provider. Since Verizon donates to Republican non-progressive candidates and Credo supports progressives, etc.) But when I look at their coverage map, I would be living in a "fair" part of Spokane. Drats. I'm not sure how much I want to move out of that comfort zone! So I can really resonate with you and admire the way you consciously tackle yours. <br />The weather is still pretty cold here, but Renata and I hope to at least turn over the old sod tomorrow. I think this year I should add some manure to the mix, but I'm not ready to find my own source and pack it home on my bike! Kudos to you. Perhaps Boots and Ben will share in your harvest.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09900659397220245089noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028511544962112852.post-24499701255954156932011-02-20T13:57:16.090-08:002011-02-20T13:57:16.090-08:00Gorgeous shots, Daron! I can almost experience the...Gorgeous shots, Daron! I can almost experience the fresh scents and temps of spring! (but not quite). Do those white flowers that face downwards have a scent? What about that burst of fuscha at the end of a brown limb, next o some sort of ready-to-bloom wand of potential? Thanks for showing us the emerald green of the Lewes countryside, some of it's birds and squirrels, and the tease of color and scent.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09900659397220245089noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028511544962112852.post-24540681971546314242010-11-09T22:58:37.655-08:002010-11-09T22:58:37.655-08:00I thought it was interesting how the poem above co...I thought it was interesting how the poem above continues, (especially if you've seen the movie)--<br /><br />Guy Fawkes, Guy Fawkes, 'twas his intent<br />To blow up the King and the Parliament<br />Three score barrels of powder below<br />Poor old England to overthrow<br />By God's providence he was catched<br />With a dark lantern and burning match<br />Holloa boys, holloa boys<br />God save the King!<br />Hip hip hooray!<br />Hip hip hooray!Michaelahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10061466701164977570noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028511544962112852.post-21788349568915582422010-11-02T00:07:16.773-07:002010-11-02T00:07:16.773-07:00Lewes really is fascinating. It struck me how much...Lewes really is fascinating. It struck me how much Tom Paine is celebrated here. There is a "Tom Paine Printing Press & Press Gallery" in the town, and his picture is featured on the local currency. There is a plaque in a historic part of town that tells of the life he lived in Lewes before going across the sea, and also his role in American history. A pub that he frequented holds a plaque in its door stating,<br /><br />"Thomas Paine here expounded his revolutionary politics. This inn is regarded as a cradle of American independence which he helped to found with pen and sword."Michaelahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10061466701164977570noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028511544962112852.post-39576955552104884712010-08-29T23:17:44.283-07:002010-08-29T23:17:44.283-07:00You haven't updated!!! I'm starting on Wed...You haven't updated!!! I'm starting on Wednesday since they never set an official start date for round 2. I'm seriously nervous. Weird, right?Rachaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16085408189170135286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028511544962112852.post-65615896225428125062010-08-15T14:31:21.734-07:002010-08-15T14:31:21.734-07:00Wow, Daron! Both good purchases! Your metal lunc...Wow, Daron! Both good purchases! Your metal lunch box reminds me of things I'd seen in India. The same idea of stacking up various different food dishes to combine for their meal. They didn't look as gorgeous, though. (smile) Do you think you will carve on it in your spare time--to stimulate your artistic side while personalizing your possession?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09900659397220245089noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028511544962112852.post-71571870414351120322010-07-28T00:14:27.860-07:002010-07-28T00:14:27.860-07:00Thats awesome that you are going to do it! Ya, the...Thats awesome that you are going to do it! Ya, they just count as one.<br /><br />I don't think the date is set yet other then mid-August. If you signup on the website I think they will email you when its getting ready to start.<br /><br />Make sure to post on their blog once it starts. I think sharing experiences is one of the best ways to inspire others to change too :)Daronhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01460150658339384315noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028511544962112852.post-82746170124820801062010-07-27T23:13:19.501-07:002010-07-27T23:13:19.501-07:00So... if I have multiple black tank tops, they cou...So... if I have multiple black tank tops, they count as a single item, correct?<br /><br />When does the August one start? I couldn't find a date on the website.<br /><br />I'm definitely doing this.Rachaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16085408189170135286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028511544962112852.post-55022752433890982122010-07-01T15:55:30.973-07:002010-07-01T15:55:30.973-07:00Thanks for the comment :) It will be interesting t...Thanks for the comment :) It will be interesting to see how it goes.Daronhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01460150658339384315noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028511544962112852.post-8382299152650815032010-07-01T10:44:26.404-07:002010-07-01T10:44:26.404-07:00I'm impressed, Daron. I'm going to look in...I'm impressed, Daron. I'm going to look into getting rid of some of my "stuff" and living a more simplistic lifestyle. I've been feeling guilty since the oil spill. See, I bought a Jeep a few months back and it gets the most terrible gas mileage EVER! I feel like I made a slight contribution to the disaster. Boo. Anyway, I guess what I'm saying is, since I can't/won't get rid of my Jeep soon, I see a need to be more socially and environmentally responsible in other ways and this seems smart. Thanks for sharing :)Rachaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16085408189170135286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028511544962112852.post-13343418561367267042010-06-28T16:26:04.175-07:002010-06-28T16:26:04.175-07:00Sorry Poppy! I love the blogs too :(Sorry Poppy! I love the blogs too :(Daronhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01460150658339384315noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028511544962112852.post-48741608846230405962010-06-28T08:00:39.375-07:002010-06-28T08:00:39.375-07:00Poppy is crying. She loves the blobs.Poppy is crying. She loves the blobs.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13017997507482468056noreply@blogger.com