The daytime temperatures have finally downgraded from hot to warm, and the nights are so pleasantly cool! Flowers are still blooming but beginning to look a bit spent. I did NOT grow those little pumpkins set on the table but couldn’t resist. Back in the shadows, those are miniature yellow sweet peppers still ripening. I recently planted some garlic (thanks Alanna!) and also some late-season bush beans. I’ll soon take out most of the annuals and plant a variety of small bulb flowers, like grape hyacinths and crocus.
Halloween is almost upon us, and the other holidays follow closely behind. They’ve already started putting the holiday lights up in the Square, in fact. Seems like they just took them down from last season! Time moves much too quickly these days.
Wherever you live and whatever season you are now enjoying, I hope you’re finding pleasant times!
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Glad to see the cooler weather arriving on Wednesday. Enjoy, Becky.
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Yes, I noticed that in the forecast; you, too, John! Thanks!
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Greetings. I thought that 2020 went by fast. But 2021, to me, has been totally zooming. Time does more than fly!
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That’s for sure, Neil!
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What a beautiful balcony garden! It looks so welcoming and cozy. Great place to sit and enjoy a book!
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You’re right, Terri, it’s a great place to read!
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Finally! š
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Yes!
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How absolutely gorgeous. And it looks as if you’re up high, which is wonderful. Beautiful balcony.
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I’m on the 2nd floor, Gigi, which is just right for me. Thank you!
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Such a pretty balcony, Becky…the climate has cooled a little here cooler nights are expected for a few weeks our coolest season doesn’t last too long here š x
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Great that you’re having some cooler weather, too, Carol. Thanks so much!
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I love your little corner of the world, Becky. š
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Much appreciated, Paula. And take care in yours!
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Your balcony is looking lovely! I remember when you wrote a post about planning it. Our here in the Granite State has been particularly beautiful, with lots of sunny days.
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Liz, thanks so much for saying so! Sounds like you’ve enjoyed your summer, as well, which is wonderful.
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You’re welcome, Becky. I enjoyed my summer after August 13th (the day I left higher education administration for good).
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Congratulations on your retirement, Liz! Enjoy every day:)
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Thank you, Becky! I’m enjoying every day, but they seem to go by awfully fast.
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And it only gets worse:)
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Oh, no, say it ain’t so!!
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Yep.
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Sigh . . . Carpe diem it is, then!
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Lovely, Becky. It’s much colder and windier here in south east England. I love summer and you’ve taken me to warmer places with this post – thank you x
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Yes, Rosie, warmth does have its positives. Take care!
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What a beautiful corner of the world. I love the cool evenings as well, but you’re right that time flies, Becky. I joke sometimes that my life has gotten stuck on “fast forward” speed rather than “play.” Love the photo. š
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I appreciate that, Cristy! Good to hear from you.
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Becky, you have really mastered the art of containment gardening. I’m impressed. Here’s to cooler weather–it was late to arrive this fall.
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Yes, it does seem late, Pat. I’m still working on the container aspect and the placement…too much sun or too much shade can be problems. I do lots of moving around:) Thanks!
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I greatly admire your success with container gardening. You’ve created a beautiful environment.
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Mary Jo, I certainly appreciate that! I still have lots to learn and have lost several plants along the way…
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I remember your plotting and planning for your balcony. You’ve created a wonderful spot! I’m glad you’ve had some nice weather to enjoy, too. Let’s just say the even the National Weather Service guys are counting down the hours to tomorrow’s front. We’ve been teased, but now we want the real thing!
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I appreciate that, Linda! Yes, I wonder if the cooler weather will actually happen. Very humid out there, right now, or “muggy” as we used to say when I was a kid in Michigan. Do they use that word in Texas?
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After a year or two, you’ll have it down to an art.
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Maybe:)
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Wow – talk about making the most of a balcony! It’s still very green here, too, Becky, with plants still managing and blooming. Soon they’ll be done, just like yours, and maybe we’ll get a real autumn. Happy early Halloween! š
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Same to you, Jeanne, and thank you!
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I remember one of your posts from way back right after you moved in about your plans for your balcony. It’s great to see that come to fruition.
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Yes, Pete, that was almost two years ago. Thanks for remembering:) I still have lots to learn about container gardening, but it’s fun!
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Two years already?! (I remembered too.š)
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Time flies…
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Love seeing your little corner of the world. That balcony is impressive. I am never of fan of the summer heat but love the longer daylight. We had fall arrive early this year and extremely grateful. Having to move my plants under cover so they don’t get too much water. When retirement came, I wondered how I ever had time for a full time job. I’m still always busy enough to wonder where all the time goes. I feel for those who have no outside interests to see them through. You know exactly what I’m talking about, I’m sure.
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I appreciate that, Marlene! Yes, I certainly know what you mean. Gardening, writing, and editing fill much of my time in “retirement.”
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Just lovely. I’m awfully fond of those baby pumpkins. You may have inspired me to put some bulbs in my pots.
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Angela, thanks! Yes, bulbs are so much fun:)
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Your little corner is sweet as the little pumpkins. Cheers to you, Becky!
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Oh, thanks so much! Same to you, Resa!
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love the title of this and the quiet ruminations; all good here as we pass into summer, hoping we can avoid bushfires and heatwaves —
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I hope so, too, John!
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A lovely post. Thanks for sharing it with us. I *did* grow a little pumpkin but I don’t know how! The vine appeared in a spot I thought I’d planted an okra seed, so I just let it go until I saw what it was; before Halloween I “picked” it & brought it in.
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Thanks so much, Colette, and it’s great to hear from you! I miss your posts.
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Such a beautiful photo! The seasons do move quickly. We’ve brought some of our favorite plants inside. They are glorious on the windowsill, and I’m grateful that Nate looks after them. Cheers!
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Cecelia, I appreciate that! Great that you can prolong the life of your plants by bringing them in.
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It’s great to see your balcony garden, Becky. And you’re growing peppers! That’s one positive about a hot climate. It looks like you’ll have something growing year round. Plants are good company for reading too!
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Thanks, Audrey! Yes, plants do add a wonderful atmosphere:)
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so pretty! the little pumpkins ā I have some too! ā they dry nicely & then last 4ever ā I think theyāre a sort of eggplant?
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I few of my little pumpkins did go bad (when it was still warm outside), but I have several that are lasting a long time. Possibly they were a different type.
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they’re cute even when they get wrinkled, like shrunken heads lol
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Happy Holidays, Becky!
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Same to you and yours!
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Fab balcony, so serene. Enjoying your blogs. Have a wonderful weekend. Thanks for visiting mine. xx
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Thanks for saying so, Jane! I hope you have a great weekend, as well.
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Appreciated. xx
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