“Good morning on this June 24th, 2024. Another day, another chance to make it count.”
It’s looking like a nice day is shaping up for us here in Cottage Country. Which is fine with me after all the rain we have had in the past few days. But the good news is it will cut down most off all the forest fires in our area. And along with that the trees, plants and things, all had a nice drink. I think our vegetable gardens grew a foot, especially our tomatoes, lettuce, pumpkins, zucchini, squash and corn. Which means we will be having some more fresh veggies and things for our table sooner than later. Although, we have been eating fresh lettuce every day.
Now, let me tell you this: I have no use for that hydroponically grown stuff. I’ve been growing vegetables all my life in good old dirt, and there’s just no comparison. Plants need soil to get what they need to stay healthy. The richness of the earth gives them a taste and nutritional profile you just can’t get with those water-based growing methods.
The soil-grown veggies are the real deal. There’s something about the way the roots dig into the ground and pull up all those nutrients that make them taste better, and be better for you. It’s the way nature intended, and that’s the way I like it. You can’t beat the flavor and wholesomeness of a vegetable grown in good, honest dirt.
On another note, yesterday being so wet once again, I worked steadily here at my computer writing up stories for my newspaper columns I write for. I had another productive day, which always puts a smile on my face.
Today I am going to clean up my boat, motor and trailer that I am selling, and hook up the trolling motor. It’s a nice combination for someone that enjoys being out on the water. After that, I have some weeds to look after, in our vegetable gardens. They also are liking all this rain we have had.
Highway 522 is not too busy these days, but closing in on the long weekend, I suspect things will pick up a bit.
Bug Report: Other than them bloodsucking parasites, the mosquitoes, things are pretty good these days. The black flies have left us for another year, but in saying that in some areas the deer flies are pretty bad.
With that, I am off for my morning breakfast that my lovely wife is making for me, and will then head on outdoors and enjoy some of that much-needed sunshine. It’s what everything that is alive here on earth needs to stay healthy.
You all have a great day and remember: “It’s in the simple moments, that we find the greatest joys. Take care and enjoy your day!”
Fishing Times for Monday
06/24/24
Major Times
2:31 AM-4:31 AM
3:00 PM-5:00 PM
Minor Times
7:23 AM-8:23 AM
11:18 PM-12:18 AM
Day Rating: I give it a 3-Star Rating out of 5 for catching a few today. Good Luck!
Advice from an Old Angler: You can’t go wrong with a juicy nightcrawler. Thread it on your hook, let it wiggle a bit, and watch the fish come swimmin’. They’re like candy for fish. GW