While this may not be up everybody’s alley, I always look forward to spring & getting a garden in! My husband grew up in a house where his mom made him help plant their garden and consequently, he knows what he is doing. My experience in a garden is eating fresh peas… and that is ALWAYS fun! Unfortunately for me this year, Paul is right in the middle of preparing for some large exams and so if I want a garden, it is up to me!

Accepting the challenge, I have decided to roll up my sleeves and dig in. So the task for this Friday is to think about the potential for a garden where you live. We all know there is nothing better than fresh veggies, so even if your garden is a planter on the balcony with tomatoes - plan for it!! Today is the day to think about why you might like a garden, what you LOVE to eat, how much you want of it… For those who are more experienced - you can try to plan growing durations and various shade plants… all too overwhelming for me this year… but maybe next year! I can’t wait to plan my garden and know that this year, it will all be the fruits (ok - veggies only in this Northern climate) of my labour! I will definitely be enlisting the help of my soon to be six year old as well. Hopefully, by the time he is an adult, he will be more garden savvy than his mom! Happy planning!