Two Things Thursday #22

1. Growing Things (my balcony garden). Photo Credit: Tremaine L. Loadholt
2. Selma Martin’s Baby. Photo Credit: Tremaine L. Loadholt

1. Growing Things is a collage of two photos of two different vegetables I am growing on my balcony: cherry tomatoes & cucumbers. I am using garden growing bags, and they’re doing their job so far.

I said to myself months ago that when I was fully settled in our current apartment, I would start a balcony garden, and so, I did.

I also wanted to do red potatoes, but the planting bundle was damaged in transit. This was perhaps a blessing in disguise because I honestly don’t think I would have been able to manage the potatoes’ upkeep on my balcony space.

Thus, I am awaiting the seeds of carrots and the planting bundle of Brussels sprouts.

After just two weeks of being planted, I have the beginnings of my first ever planted vegetables, and I am truly happy about their progress.

Wish me luck, please!


2. Selma Martin’s Baby is a photo of a fellow WordPress writer’s book, In The Shadow Of Rainbows. I recently read it and I reviewed it via Amazon. Here is what I had to say:

“The author, Selma Martin, brings everything to the table with In The Shadow Of Rainbows. It is a power-packed delightful collection of poetry regarding form, meter, rhyme, scale, and perfectly placed line breaks.

I was taken on so many visually-enhanced journeys as I thumbed through the pages and experienced each poem. I emoted in every way while highlighting and making notes in the margins of certain pages for selected poems. It is a quick read, but one you will be moved to savor. What an excellent reprieve in which to take joy during these trying times!

If you’re looking for a proper escape and a rabbit hole worth falling into, I recommend this book ten times over.”

I thoroughly enjoyed this offering. You will, too, especially if you’re a fan of poetry.

Zumi Tye, the Other Love of My Life

Zumi Tye Walking Towards Its Food. Photo Credit: Tremaine L. Loadholt

I cannot quite put into words just how much I love my tortoise. ZuZu does not require much. It eats, sleeps, hides in its hidey-hole, and tolerates my daily antics. Jernee gives it a bit of attention occasionally, but overall, she could not be bothered with it. It is amazing watching it grow and enjoy the simple life it has. I am in awe of its presence and am glad to be its mom.

Below is a short video of my second love as it was walking to its feeding post . . .

Zumi Tye, my Red-Footed Tortoise Walking Over to Its Feeding Post.

As I stated above, it doesn’t take much to satisfy ZuZu. It is happy as long as it has enough leafy greens, fresh fruits (in moderation), cucumbers, freeze-dried shrimp, and fresh water. I cannot wait until it gets big and old enough! I will take Zumi back to the Reptile Zoo to have it sexed. I am eager to find out if Zumi Tye is a boy or a girl.

I believe I will be able to do this in the next few months; probably before the year is out. I will be happy either way, but in my heart of hearts, I’d love for it to be a girl. I have a feeling it is not, though. LOL! And that’ll be just my luck. I always hoped this home would be all women/female, but I will allow one male (if it occurs this way).

I am also certain Zumi will require a bigger hidey-hole by the end of this year. Not too much bigger, but just a hair. It spends so much of its time in that thing that I’d like for it to have more than enough room for comfort. I will keep you all updated.

I hope you enjoyed the video! Happy Sunday!

A Tuesday Snapshot #22

Zumi’s Home #2. ©2024 Tremaine L. Loadholt

Every Tuesday, I will share a favorite photo I’ve taken within the week with all of you. This week, it is . . . Zumi’s Home #2.

ZuZu’s lamp stand came late last week, and I put it together and placed the lamp on it. I am happy with this space! Now that everything is set up the way I want it, I can finally breathe.

Stay tuned for next Tuesday’s snapshot.

Peace and blessings