All that and a bag of skittles...

My student's use that term a lot.  Usually, when they are describing something great.  Well today I have 3 great things to talk about.

First, Happy Mother's Day.  I thank my Mom for my love of everyday life.  She has always seen the beauty in and appreciates the simple daily things.  She works on a ranch/farm and appreciates the beauty in the everyday struggle.  Because I learned that from her I am happy where I am planted.   

Second, thank you Sharon Lovejoy for the vegetable seeds.  I will plant a few in my greenhouse and the rest I will take to work.  My students and I will plant them in honor of Jenni Lucero.  She was a student (and graduate) of Boxelder Job Corps who made the dream of a greenhouse on center a reality.  She was a huge believer in organic gardening and because of her our students for the past three years have learned where food comes from.  I hope you are reading this Jenni and just so you know Big Green Greenhouse and Garden is a reality thanks to you.

Third, thank you Jenni from http://rainydaygardener.blogspot.com/ and Susan from http://mymothersapronstrings.blogspot.com/ for the Versatile Blogger Award.  I admire both of these ladies.  Jenni for her go get it done and have a positive attitude while doing way of living.  Susan is somewhere you go if you want a great recipe.  I appreciate such strong and creative women. 

I would like to pass this award on to several blogs that I enjoy and hope you check out. 

Buttons at  http://ravenhush.blogspot.com/ -  If you want to hear a great story visit this blog.  Buttons sees the adventure in life.  Right now I am engrossed in her train trip across Canada. 

Kim at http://kimberlys-cup.blogspot.com/ - I appreciate Kim's bravery in moving from Colorado to Idaho to make a better life for her children.  I enjoy how she is not afraid to try new things, talk about her children, and share a cup of tea.

Out on the Prairie http://crazymountainman.blogspot.com/ - If you want to go for a walk on the Prairie this is the place to go.  He takes amazing photos.  You can go for a beautiful walk and never leave your couch.

Alica http://happilymarriedtothecows.blogspot.com/  - She was a born teacher.  I lived on a farm and yet I learn so much from her.  I enjoy learning about the everyday things that go on in a farm and why they are important.

Alison http://bonneylassie.blogspot.com/  - She takes me on such wonderful adventures.  Here in the middle of the Midwest, I am limited for gardening expositions.  Alison takes me with her and I get such great ideas. 

Razamataz http://razmatazblog.blogspot.com/ -  She gives me a different viewpoint of life.  She is bold and creative.  I enjoy her posts and can't wait to see what she enlightens me on. Her life is truly and adventure.

Dar http://darsstuffings.blogspot.com/ -  This woman can make anything.  I go to this blog whenever I want to learn something that is useful.  She is so talented. 

Miriam  http://negerigeletschtempoit.blogspot.com/- I missed your humor and your stories.  I am glad you are back.  She is an amazing person. 

Bonnie http://whataboutpie.blogspot.com/ -  She is definitely a versatile blogger.  I never know where she will take me.  She is always posting something different be it family, recipes, or just a cool walk somewhere.

Ok, I could keep going, but I have to catch a plane at 6:00am tomorrow (which means I leave home at 4:00am).  I will be back in a week with tales of my adventures in Montana.  I made my husband sign a contract stating that any plants dying in his care will be replaced.  I hope you visit the aforementioned blogs as they are wonderful. 

Mom, Happy Mother's Day and Thank you for everything!