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Happy Birthday to my wife, Susan!

1/22/2015

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Life is so full of "what if" moments. What if Ann Boner and Harry Angus didn't meet and get married. What if their daughter, Susan, didn't decide to become a nurse and take a position at Mary Hitchcock Hospital in Hanover, NH as her first big job. What if I chose another graduate school to attend, instead of Dartmouth. And, what if Sue's friends and my friends didn't persuade each of us to attend a party in April where we met.

But all of those things happened, and so today I get to celebrate the birthday of my wife of 34 plus years. Caitlin, Sara, and I all realize how very lucky we are. Happy Birthday, Susan! 

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Some busy weeks ahead - Decatur GA, see you Saturday!

1/18/2015

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There are those things you think you can get done, and then there is the reality of what you can accomplish in the time allotted. My 2015 garden planning - including seedling varieties for From The Vine driveway sales - and Dwarf project assignments for the year are on a bit of a back burner.

Racing at me are some events I am really looking forward to. Next Saturday, January 24, I will be providing the main talk at the annual Seed and Scion Swap at the Wylde Center in Decatur, Georgia. My talk is titled Epic Tomatoes for Southeastern Gardens - some history, lots of stories and tips for success.  I will have some seed samples to give away, and my talk will be followed by a book signing. 

Just a few weeks after that will be my official book launch at Quail Ridge Books and Music, on Wednesday February 4 at 7 PM. Many of you will be seeing an invite coming your way soon that will have more details.

Though delayed, I am about to dig back in to garden plans, so watch for lists of varieties and possible availability dates soon. The main difference this year will be a focus on the new Dwarf varieties, an overall reduction in choices in eggplant and sweet and hot peppers, and some tricky scheduling around April and May book-related events. Don't worry - warm weather - gardening weather! - will be here before we know it!




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