First mater came up today! :)

[Lilypon]

Well it's been a sad winter here. My mother had a number of strokes, lost her ability to walk, and is now in a home. My father fought cancer but unfortunately the treatment is causing heart failure.

Dad phoned me a couple of weeks ago and asked what I was starting this year.......I really hadn't given it a lot of thought but he said it keeps his mind occupied, and talking about it made Mom smile (one of the few things that have accomplished that), so I dug out my mater seed box and found/planted a number of goodies (both from Tomatovillians, thank you , and TGS). Am pleased to see a Sungold is just breaking soil (so have proved even constantly watched seeds will sprout .

Dad also purchased a small greenhouse for me and him (when he visits) to putter in so am very excited to see what advantages it will give to us low zoners (who like to grow long season maters). Praying here that this year we won't have another hail storm wipe us out.