1. A freshly tilled garden…It’s like a blank canvas

2. After deciding to only plant corn and potatoes, I went to the garden center, where I couldn’t resist buying plants…

3. Planting…I love the feel of the soil in my hands, and even between my toes. :)

4. Teamwork

5. Seeing my son get excited about having his own small garden.

6. Having one of his friends from his school days come over for the day

7. An extra bike that comes in handy when we have a visitor

8. Lounging in the grass at the park, while the boys played

9. Cooking on the grill

10. Hot showers at the end of a very long, hot, and fabulous day