Mi Jardin
Today, is my gardeners first day. After meeting with him and a translator, I found out what I needed to get him, mainly a spade, sprinkler, broom, and various plants. So I went shopping. I went to the Sodimac, which is basically like a Lowes and found what I needed. I was able to speak a tiny bit of spanish and easily made my purchases. This was a big step for me, because I usually find a friend to go with, but I decided to brave La Serena by myself. I then went to a local little flower shop to find my flowers, and dirt. The man working at the flower shop spoke a little english, and was eager to practice. I happily obliged, since his english was a thousand times better than my spanish. I was looking for tierra de hojas, bouganviella, hortensias, and primula. I was able to find what I needed, but unfortunately the hortensias which are hydrangeas weren’t in stock yet. I also bought a couple other little plants, not sure what kinds, but pretty. I also bought a bunch of seeds for an herb garden that he’s going to plant out in the back. It’s a gorgeous day out, so i’m going to sit outside and read my book- Blonde Like Me. The view from our house is much smaller then our previous view, but I do get to look at the ocean every day, and can still watch the sunset over it. Can’t complain. Wish me luck tonight, it’s african dance!
Comment by Deanna
How horribley sad, a gardener!! You make me sick. I am just living vicariously through you (I can’t spell). You should have Marcia Wood send you flowers!! Good luck at African Dance tonight!! Don’t break a leg, and dance with the guy who compliments you. BLONDE LIKE ME, you just crack me up.
Keep sending pictures
Posted on August 23, 2005 at 2:38 pm
Comment by Anne Marie
Oh flowers, very exciting! Flower shopping in a different language is tough (I can’t even do it in English)!
I love the picutures! Your blog is working really well! I love to check your site every day here at work to see what you’re up to. Keep the adventures coming. Can’t wait to hear how you make out in your class tonight!
Posted on August 23, 2005 at 3:11 pm
Comment by Aunt Pat
Hi, don’t forget to take the camera to
the African dance. Everyone wants to see pictures. I was over to your Aunt June’s yesterday and she discovered how to get on this site. Look for notes from her soon. Miss U. Love
Posted on August 23, 2005 at 3:19 pm
Comment by Karin
Looks awesome!! I’m so jealous – Adam and I can barely even keep our hanging plants alive… your yard’s totally going to put all of us to shame!
Can’t wait to come see it in person 🙂
Posted on August 23, 2005 at 3:51 pm
Comment by Mom
I’m assuming the first view is from your yard? Just lovely. I’m proud of you for not only shopping for plants and tools but going it alone in La Serena. The plants you selected look wonderful. You must compliment the gardener (what’s his name?) for all of us. When does he come back? Keep up the good work. And happy dancing tonight.
Posted on August 23, 2005 at 5:56 pm