In the markets, we gathered up three hearty looking basil plants and brought them home with us. We banged the terra cotta, tucked in a plastic bag, to create a little piece with which to cover the hole at the bottom of the pot. (We giggled because it is fun to break things with a hammer.)We scooped some organic potting soil into our pots, lifted out the little plants from their plastic, allowing them a chance to spread their roots, room to grow. Into the pots they went with a bit of water. “Tucking them into their beds”, we patted down some more soil for support. Like horses, they both sleep and play standing up. After giving them another swig of water, we placed them gently in their new home on the window sill.
We gave them names: Queen Purple Macaroni and Isabelle, and I inwardly said a prayer for their life here with us. We have officially sprung!
Happy 1st year, Corner Viewers! I got a second chance at the Spring theme that I missed… but for my favorite CV of the past year check out the cuteness unveiled in this video CV. To go on a magical road through past posts and retakes on old themes, check out the Queen Purple Spanish Goddess of the Corner View, Jane of Spain Daily.
14/04/2010 at 6:41 pm Permalink
The looks on the little gardeners are so cute! Happy planting. xo
14/04/2010 at 6:44 pm Permalink
today we planted some herbs too!
14/04/2010 at 6:55 pm Permalink
I have pots of herbs planted as well. Love using them in soups, stews and pasta dishes.
14/04/2010 at 7:10 pm Permalink
Happy anniversary, and happy planting!
15/04/2010 at 1:40 am Permalink
How fun Cate. Glad to know you…
Come see I am doing another music giveaway of Sky's stuff.
15/04/2010 at 2:17 am Permalink
Cate, I have a question for you. Have you ever used Agave? I have seen this every where and here it is better for you than regular sugar. I am interested in using it, but don't know how or where you are suppose to use it. Does it have a similar taste to honey and how do you know how much to use? I am looking to make changes in my diet little buy little that will lead me to a healthier lifestyle. Please help me if you can? Hugs from Georgia!
15/04/2010 at 9:05 am Permalink
great names! and i agree with joyce- your little gardeners are too cute:)
15/04/2010 at 3:21 pm Permalink
Thanks so much in answering my question on Agave. Can honey be substituted in the same way agave is? I do like honey though it had to grow on me. My favorite is a sunflower honey that I get when I am in Germany. It is so creamy. My mom was recently diagnosed with diabetes, and her father has it too. If I don't make some changes I might end up in the same place. So far I have lost 21 pounds, but it has taken me three months to do so. The pounds just seem to come off slowly. As you can see I like my treats, so I need to begin relacing them with healthier options. Thanks again for answering my question. Have a great weekend. Is it sunny in New York ? It is sunny and almost 80 degree here. Hugs from Georgia!
15/04/2010 at 5:15 pm Permalink
Just checking in and noting that you're still doing beautiful work with children! Happy Corner View!
15/04/2010 at 5:43 pm Permalink
I'll do the same soon ! I like herbs too !
Big hug…
16/04/2010 at 3:37 am Permalink
cate, i love that so many times i come to your blog, there are little people, in a circle, on your floor, working on something messy. wish i could join in!
nicola
18/04/2010 at 12:41 am Permalink
Woow, these are lovely pictures! I have lavendar , rosemary and mint on my balcony at the moment. I am planning to get basil too!
It's a bit chilly this weekend but hope you are having a great weekend!
ps. thank you for your lovely comment. I am still planning to stay in NY but I will see how it goes…
I will find out in two weeks…. wish me luck!
18/04/2010 at 11:14 am Permalink
I'm excited to plant some herbs inside this year. A kitchen garden to use almost every day—the possibilities are endless (now if it would just warm up a bit to plant outside, too!)
24/04/2010 at 4:51 am Permalink
Oh YEAH! Basil!! We plant it every spring. Few greater pleasures in life.