Finally! It’s summer! Since the Pandemic hit, it seems that it takes longer than usual for the seasons to get here; maybe it’s because it takes so much more effort to do things (like grocery shopping, for example), and we have had less places to go and less people to see. In New England, the weather has also had a lot to do with it. For Memorial weekend, it literally felt like winter, with blinding rain and cold enough temperatures everyone turned their heat back on! We actually broke a record for the coldest start to summer, from 1917! Fast forward a week, and we are hitting in the 90’s, the birds are singing and nesting, gardens are going in, and it is no doubtedly S-U-M-M-E-R! Here are a few of my favorite summer things (and some new ones to share). Grab a cold glass of lemonade, and let’s have a visit!
My peonies had their best year too!! I also cut a few to enjoy inside. Hope Pip will be improving each day. As usual I enjoyed your story. Happy summer!
Hi Denise, isn’t it wonderful to have such a great year for them? Remember not to cut too many – it’s okay to cut some, but resist the urge to cut more than 1/3 each year as cutting more can lead to fewer blooms next year. I hope you are having a happy summer, too! Thank you for reading and commenting; it is always great to hear from you. Farmgirl Hugs, Nicole
Fun in the sun when summer finally came! Thank you for sharing your happenings and wonderful colorful pictures!
Hi Linda, thank YOU for reading and commenting! Have a great June! Farmgirl Hugs, Nicole
The branch was just trying to get in the fire pit to save you some work. Kong Zoom Groom rubber brush is the best I have found for removing tons of loose fur. My dogs push each other out of the way to get brushed and it is good for bathing also. I find it more effective and faster than fulminator. If you are interested in natural help for PIP look at the website for AnimalEO for vet researched blends of oils for many problems.The oils can be diffused,applied and ingested. Also the Facebook page for Dog Homeopathy might help remedy his problems.
Hi Joanne, good way to look at that branch! It was quite easy for us to burn it away once hubby cut it up, it was right there! We roasted hot dogs in dough and marshmallows that evening, so it did not go to waste! I am looking into that Zoom Groom brush – thank you for the tip! And I also appreciate the website for pet homeopathy. Much appreciated. Have a great June! Farmgirl Hugs, Nicole
My peonies are also glorious this year. I love the big, bold fullness of these amazing blooms. Everything seems to be especially beautiful this year in my garden and flower beds. Maybe it’s a gift for getting through such bad times this past 15+ months, or maybe it just feels extra special because we did get through. Whatever, I’m loving it. Happy Summer!!
Hi Terri, I agree! Either way, I am soaking in each beautiful bloom! Peonies are so fragrant, aren’t they? I love their scent. My roses are also doing quite well this year. It is a nice reward for the rotten past seasons we have all experienced! Have a happy June! Farmgirl Hugs, Nicole
Sooo enjoyed your blog. Looking forward to the next one already! Thanks for your great suggestions. Some are already on my shopping list . . Many thanks again. Keep smiling. Have a great summer. Prayer for your “puppy” too. Roberta
Hi Roberta, thank you so very much! It makes me happy that you enjoy my blog! I will “see” you back soon – the next one goes “live” July 6th. Have a wonderful June! Farmgirl Hugs, Nicole
Loved this!! So inspiring after a long horrible year. Thanks.
Hi Pat, thank you so very much! Farmgirl Hugs, Nicole
Beautiful pictures! I love your friend’s roses and your peonies! Great picture of you in Glamper.
Love,
Mother
Thank you, Mama! Those beautiful roses have lasted a whole week! Love, Nicole
I love nectarines in the summer. Our coop stocks the best.
Hi Marie, oh yes, I forget about nectarines! They are so good, too, especially on a hot summer day! I will have to pick some up next time I am out! Plums are another good summer fruit, too. Thanks for reading and commenting! Farmgirl Hugs, Nicole
Great post, love the summer too. But we never have the cold. I live in NW FL and hot and muggy a LOT. Still it was great to see all the lovely pictures. Love the Betty photo. I was shopping in one of our many seaside communities and took a picture with a Large Yellow Duck…LOL One of my favorites.
Thank you, Danna! I love Florida, have been there several times throughout my life. Now we are experiencing your kind of weather here! Currently we are having a heat wave…a tropical heat wave! I am not complaining…it is great for summer. Love that you took a photo with a large duck! Thanks for reading and commenting! Farmgirl Hugs, Nicole
Love this article. So many great things to read about. Do you have a blog I can follow? Love your Vintage style and cute humor. I live in PA but we just took a trip up to Maine and we also try to find cute places to stop. We stopped on the way home at a tiny diner in Worcester. Stickers all over – what felt like a bus we were sitting in. Fantastic food and awesome place.
Happy Summer!
Hi Jacqueline, thank you, and welcome to the world of all things farmgirl! You can definitely follow my blog. Go to the homepage at ‘farmgirlbloggers.com’ and hit the button on the right that says “join our email list”. There you can choose to follow me (click Suburban Farmgirl alerts), as well as the other farmgirlbloggers if you like, and all things happening through MaryJanesFarm. Welcome!
I also used to live in PA, for a short time. I loved it there. Maine is also a great state to visit. The East Coast is truly beautiful. Thank you for reading and commenting, and I hope you will come back to visit me! Farmgirl Hugs, Nicole
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Hi Josephine, are you receiving blogs now? If not, please subscribe at the home page at Farmgirlbloggers.com. I am glad you enjoy being here! Farmgirl Hugs, Nicole
Loved your blog!!
Hi Lillian, thank you so much! Farmgirl Hugs, Nicole
ONE OF THE SWEETEST POSTS EVER. LOVE IT XO
Hi Jill Marie, thank you so much! I hope you will “visit” again! Farmgirl Hugs, Nicole