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Random Things Happening Behind the Scenes at Bricks ‘n Blooms
Where do I even start about the week?
My Garden Damage
We had some snow earlier in the week and when our plowing service came (who is also our landscaper) they drove 15 feet through my daffodil bed and perennial bed. The damage is pretty extensive.
It was about 9am on Tuesday when they arrived. We probably had a few inches on the ground but not too bad. About an hour or so after they left, the owner texted me to let me know there’s a tire mark in the bed because the driver slipped.
I figured a tire mark wouldn’t be the end of the world. So I ran outside in my slippers and pajamas and saw that the truck drove through the daffodil bed with my hardy hibiscus, sedums, nepeta, coreopsis, kent beauty oregano, lavender, St John’s wort, and pansies.
And it wasn’t just a tire mark – this damage went about 3.5 feet into the bed for roughly 15 feet. Before you jump down to the comments to tell me we need markers – we had markers.
I can appreciate slipping a little off the driveway but I’m baffled at how far into the bed this is. And this particular bed slopes down so it is not part of the driveway. It is also located on the straightest part so I’m not sure how you’d slip off that far.
So anyway, the bed is totally damaged and the worst part is I can’t even assess it yet because there’s too much snow. I was so upset about it, I felt sick to my stomach and had trouble sleeping and stuff that night. But rallied the next day – let’s hope for the best on this one.
(Also, please don’t run down to the comments to tell me there are worse things in life that can happen for me to be upset about. That is 100% true – I’m just relaying a story that happened this week.)
The owner has offered to remediate and fix it so that is a good thing after this kind of damage.
A Weekend Away With a Catch
Chris and I spent the weekend in Vermont with his sister and her husband. They came up Saturday, but we got a call from my daughter at home with a scare that almost had me leaving to head back!
On Friday, we went out to dinner and came home to binge-watch our latest show, Only Murders in the Building. Have you seen it? It is so good!!!
Anyway, we were about to head into season 2 when my youngest daughter called to let us know the fire alarm went off and said carbon monoxide. So I’m now grabbing my boots to head home.
All of my kids decided to hang home this weekend with their friends. My oldest was out at dinner with hers so Tori was on her own for a few hours. She hadn’t cooked anything and was just sitting there watching TV when the alarm went off.
I called our neighbor who was wonderful to run over and check things out. The alarm wasn’t going off anymore but it wasn’t sitting right that the alarm said carbon monoxide. So my daughter called the police and fire department, who came and checked it out. All was good – nothing to worry about. So false alarm.
But scary for me to be in Vermont and have that happen to them while we were out of town. Aside from that, we had a great time with my in-laws and it was great to get away and get some down time.
The Bricks ‘n Blooms Guide to a Beautiful and Easy-Care Flower Garden
Thanks so much for those of you that bought my book, The Bricks ‘n Blooms Guide to a Beautiful and Easy-Care Flower Garden. I’m really thrilled to hear how much you are enjoying it and hope that it’s brightening up your winter and getting you psyched up for spring!
Would you mind leaving a review on Amazon, Goodreads and/or Barnes & Noble? Those reviews really help first-time authors like me get their books to become more visible on those platforms. Every review helps so much – so thank you in advance for your support!
Second Book
Speaking of books! This week, I submitted my manuscript for my second book! I can’t wait to share more about it with you guys but it will be out in February 2025!
New Jersey Home and Garden Show
I’m speaking now at the New Jersey Home and Garden show with a super impressive DIYer Doreen Stovenour.
Speaking times are at:
- Friday – 4PM
- Saturday and Sunday – 12PM, 2PM and 4PM
And I’m also working hard on my booth for the New Jersey Home and Garden Show. Will you be there?
If you are in the New Jersey area on February 23-25 in Edison, New Jersey. Come hang out with me at the New Jersey Home and Garden Show! I’ll have a booth there #465 near the marketplace in the expo center. The theme is burst into spring so you know there will be lots of incredible floral displays to soak in, including mine! While I’m there, I’ll be running a few giveaways, signing my book, and creating a gorgeous display of the prettiest spring flowers that you’ve got to see!
Admission is $10 with kids under 16 free. Chris and I took our kids to this event when they were younger and it was a great opportunity to walk around a beautiful venue, with lots of fresh flowers, ideas, and inspiration for home and garden renovation projects.
What I’m Shopping For This Week
I updated my wardrobe this week! I needed a few outfits for the Home and Garden show this week and snagged some cute shoes too!
Here’s what I bought:
- This cute flower tee-shirt
- These shoes are on sale!
- These jeans
- This sweater.
- This belt
- These jeans
- LOVE these shoes and have been eyeing them for a while.
- This tee shirt
- And this pullover
But that’s not all! I also wanted to get a few more houseplants to add to the gang and found some great ones from a grower that I really like. I usually buy my houseplants local but wanted to test out some online growers for you guys. And I am super impressed! Here’s what I bought.
- This alocasia dawn is gorgeous! If you love to water your plants, this one likes it!
- This monstera constellation plant was much smaller than I thought I was getting. But the grower sent it well packaged and protected from the cold. I like working with younger plants so let’s hope she does well.
- I also bought this Chinese Evergreen with pink tips. STUNNER!
- This Pink Princess Philodendron.
What’s Happening at Bricks ‘n Blooms
It was a fun week on the blog!
Beginner’s Guide to Growing an Herb Garden
Are you tired of relying on store-bought herbs with uncertain origins and limited freshness? Learn how to create and maintain a thriving herb garden with these simple tips.
Potager Gardens
Looking for ways to elevate your vegetable garden so it’s more aesthetically pleasing to the eye? Create the perfect potager garden with these simple tips.
Preparing Your Flower Beds for Spring
Say goodbye weeds and hello to gorgeous blooms! Learn the secrets to prepping your flower beds for a spectacular spring. Simple steps with stunning results.
Spider Plant Care
Unearth the secrets to lush, cascading spider plants with minimal effort! This foolproof guide shares everything you need to know for vibrant growth, how to avoid brown tips, and ways to keep your spiderettes thriving. Follow these tips for spider plant care.
Plant Watering Wisdom
Stop drowning your flowers or losing blooms to dry, crusty soil. Follow these plant watering tips for a thriving flower garden throughout the season. Tips for containers, sun lovers, and more! Read on to grow your green thumb!
Anthurium Lily Care
New plant parent? Conquer flamingo flower fears! This ultimate anthurium care guide covers watering, light, & secrets to year-round blooms. Don’t let the beauty of the blooms fade with these simple tips!
Amazing Inspiration from Around the Web
I love finding cool inspiration from around the web and wanted to share some of what I’m loving right now.
- This DIY moss topiary bunny craft
- These DIY projects to green up your home
- This easy game day appetizer looks so good!
- These tips for framing a poster.
- This egg and bacon breakfast pizza
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Enjoy a beautiful day! xo
