the return of the hornworm

These little boogers are called hornworms. They like to eat tomato plants and every year I seem to have a battle with them. I hate killing things even if they are damaging plants I know call me weak. I did however kill a huge ole hornworm this morning by squishing him to death with my sword, um I mean shovel. It will be another battle tonight as I go against these boogers again. I hope to get rid of them ALL this time. I plan on asking God when I get to heaven the point of the hornworm. They can destroy your tomato bush in a day! Believe me...these are not friends to your garden. No siree.

A bit of randomness

I made an appointment with the nutritionist that works with my Chiropractors office. The appointment is next Thursday(a week from today). I am not sure what to expect but it's free and I decided I needed to do something proactive.

I also bought a dress for my Sister's wedding. My goal was to be 15 lbs lighter by now but much to my dismay that didn't happen. However I am down to two cups of coffee instead of six so THAT is some progress! I love my coffee too so it's been difficult.

My back is healing although very slowly but progress is progress right?

The garden is going through a growth spurt. Oh my I cannot tell you enough how much I LOVE my raised beds! I even added a couple flower boxes in between to attract bees.

I think it turned out rather nice.

Garden Planting

Our raised beds are coming a long beautifully. I am so proud of Eric, he has become such a handy husband to have. I planted some early plants this morning cucumbers, chives, cilantro, basil and oregano. I cannot wait until my tomatoes, peppers and cucumbers are ready to eat! YUMMO! Fresh salsa, fresh salads, oh my! My mouth is watering all ready.

The little fellow is Jake. Remember him? The guy who ran away from home then came back a month later. Obviously  my beds have a mix of soil and mulch.