Hope springs

On Saturday, when we were on our walk, we stopped by the garden.  We didn't bring any tools with us since we figured the rain would have watered the soil.  Also, I was feeling a bit disappointed that the garden was not flourishing.  Heck, it was hardly even alive, except for the weeds.

And sure enough, as we walked towards it, I could only see the potato plants and whatever that's left of the petunias.  I walked to the potato bed to check them out and they are doing well, really strong and hardy.  Soon, it'll be time to bury them to encourage more growth.

Then Pete called me over excitedly.  He was standing by the bed where we planted peas.  He pointed out a tiny green speck.  "Look, honey, it's growing!" he said and sure enough, I could make out what I think are baby leaves.  We counted more tiny green specks.  Nine in all!  Phew.  I guess although we couldn't see anything, underneath, those peas are fighting the chilly days and nights and clayey (is that even a word? but I don't care, it's my blog and I can use any word I want!) soil to finally sprout. 

finally, a sprouting pea

And the onion that has sprouted a few days ago is looking healthy as well.  The squash and petunias are not looking good.  The carrots and beans are still not showing anything yet.  But I'm hopeful.  It has only been a bit more than a week since I planted the seeds.  Also the weather has been a bit too chilly the last week so maybe the seeds are waiting for better weather to sprout.

I think that's what they will get soon.  More sun and gentle rain.  I am hopeful.

this onion looks like it's growing well

another onion sprouting