Spiritual Health

The vines are sneaking all around the garden! They are growing long and lovely!

There she blooms!

AHOY! Look lads! It is a bloom on the pumpkin vine! It is peaking out and almost ready to open! How exciting! I had to shout from the rooftops because there were no guest gardeners in sight to witness the bounty! Ayy lads....they are a blessing from above!

Toss Your Cares Away

Today's guest gardener is a four-legged friend. She is my gal pal, Abby, visiting all the way from Bayview! She was speechless at the first site of the garden! Abby and Henry were already chatting about all of the fun times they are going to have this weekend! I am sure something with Murphy is in the works! Abby and I went for a walk around the neighborhood so she could get acquainted with the neighbors! They are big fans!

Meet Dr. Scoggins!

Who goes there? Upon my arrival back to Camp Tulledge this weekend, I spy a visitor in the garden! This visitor was named after a character from The Gnome Mobile Movie (1967). It has the Mary Poppins' kids in it! It was a Disney Movie written by Upton Sinclair (writer of There Will Be Blood).

After a little questioning, I discovered that Dr. Scoggins is from Papa K! This gnome has many talents! He glows at night and welcomes all future guest gardeners! Thanks Papa K for making the garden so fun!!!!

Take a Chance on Me!

Look at this gem of a leaf! Can you believe that these were little seeds from Kay Mama and L? I took a chance and look what came of it! I know you miss the gnomes! They are busy keeping the kids company at school. They are reading buddies. Their ancestors will make an appearance next week.

How far will your dreams take you?

These pumpkin plants are busy dreaming, while the pumpkin fairies are stretching the leaves larger! Check out the late bloomer! He has come a long way! He is on the left.

Stars and Stripes Forever Guest Gardeners

Two of these guest gardeners proudly serve in the United States Military! Corey is with both of his little brothers. Logan is his "little" from the Big Brothers, Big Sisters organization. Barry is his taller, little brother! Joel (far right) has known Corey since they were in kindergarten! Thanks for stopping by the garden boys! Hope you enjoyed the Brewers Game!

Norm's Polka Pick - Monthly Special

This is my friend Norm. He is a Blue Grass music enthusiast. He travels to various festivals all over the U.S. This month's polka pick is Grant Kozera. He covers the great polka king with his album "Yankovic Classics." Grant Kozera plays at the Alpine Restaurant in Mequon. Norm recommends it! Thanks Norm, see you in September!

ER Special! Transplant a Success!

Today's guest gardener, mama Pat, was a good nurse assistant to the P.P.G. ER doctor. Mama Pat provided a lot of valuable advice! It was a little touch and go, but I think they will be okay. We will closely monitor them to see if the transplant was a success. The L.B. was not moved, as it was just too dangerous. Two others remained unmoved. The twelve are in rows with plenty of room to grow! Stay tuned for updates. Did you get out your crock pot yet? See yesterday's post.

Get out the Crock Pot! - Flo's Diner Special Edition

I know you. You have it stuffed away. Did you even unpack it? Did you get one from an aunt for a wedding present? Dust off that baby and get to crockin'. Here is an easy recipe!

2 stuffed porkchops (local grocery store)
1 can of cream of mushroom soap
1 can of Milk (use the mushroom one)
1 tsp pepper - grind it baby!
Sprinkle of olive oil

Sprinkle olive oil in a pan and turn it up to medium. Fry the chops on both sides for 4 minutes. Back at the ranch, mix the soup and milk. Put browned chops in the pot. Pour soup mixture over the top. Sprinkle with pepper. The crock pot fairies will do the rest! Put it on low for 6 hours....or more if you are a working lad (or lass). Take out chops and put them on a festive plate (presentation baby). Mix 1/8 cup of flour with whatever is left in the pot to make a yummy gravy. If it is still runny...mix in more flour....don't be shy!

If you have a brood..or a granny...double the recipe! 4 chops, 2 cans of soup, and 2 cans of milk, 2 tsp. pepper