Since there is not a lot going on at The Herb Cottage in August, I thought a tour of the grounds would be fun. We had a very wet Spring then a couple of extremely dry and hot months. Then, come mid August, the rains came bringing moisture and cooler temperatures which are always welcome in late summer.
My heart goes out to those who have been affected by floods. Thankfully, our rain has been beneficial and not too much at one time.
Here is a slide show I made from pictures taken on August 21. The grass has not been mowed so the place looks a little ragged, but I just love the overgrown, blowsy look of the vines and the plants. So much green, growing foliage is a treat to me in August.
I hope you enjoy this slice of life on the farm in Lavaca County, Texas!
QUOTE FOR THE MONTH
There is no such thing as a ‘self-made’ man. We are made up of thousands of others. Everyone who has ever done a kind deed for us, or spoken one word of encouragement to us, has entered into the make-up of our character and of our thoughts.
-George Matthew Adams, newspaper columnist (23 Aug 1878-1962)