February. The month when, for me, winter suddenly starts to get a bit annoying. When the cold seems extra cold, even when it's not, and the darkness seems a little darker even though the days are getting longer. It's not my favorite month. But, that's why I start my garden planning in February. It's the perfect time, really, especially for those who like to start a few seeds in doors. Last year I had high hopes of starting quite a bit inside, but with the excitement and preparation for our baby chicks, what I eventually started inside was so little when it came time to transplant that I ended up still buying seedlings. This year shall be different, though! So, a garden-planning I go!

I do love the reflection that accompanies garden planning. It's like a walk down memory lane--only it's a walk through my gardens of seasons past (with the warm summer sun slowly lightening my hair and warming my skin). I laugh every year, though, at the things that I had all intentions to write down, but never did, and now I'm back to square one when it comes to what kind of bell peppers to grow...*sigh*...maybe this year I'll take notes...maybe this year...

How about you??? Have you started your gardening plans or are you at least dreaming of ideas?? I hope so. It sure does make February more enjoyable!