An “Ask Yourself Empowering Questions” Writer’s Challenge Response
Is a Bountiful Harvest Still Within Reach?
Prompt #2: What experience do I want to create now?
When I first saw the question, “What experience do I want to create now?” which is listed as the second prompt of Tree Langdon’s “Ask Yourself Empowering Questions” writer’s challenge, all kinds of world-improving and lofty goals came to my mind. What surfaced amongst my thoughts, however, was what I’ve been most preoccupied with this week. The experience I am currently working hard towards and which I’m determined to create is the satisfaction of growing a bountiful harvest in my garden this year.
A successful garden is an ambitious task for me this year. Especially so, because until just a few days ago (June 27!) my garden beds and pots were empty. If winter comes early, or even “on time” here in Montana, I won’t be harvesting much. However, if the snow and cold temperatures hold off, I’m going to do everything I can to ensure we reap the benefits of what I just planted.
Planting a garden on June 27 in Montana felt a little ridiculous. Yet, I was far from the only one buying herbs, tomato, eggplant, and pepper plants at the nursery that morning. I suspect some people were planting for the second time…
