Yaktrax

I heard raves about "Yaktrax" from the on the street reporters in Portland, Or during the big snow event a couple of weeks past. They loved them! Yaktrax are heavy duty metal coils and stretchable rubber that fit over your shoes or boots. So mine arrived via UPS today and they look very sturdy. Of course, ALL the snow has melted so I can't try them out, but winter is not over. The next time we get snow and ice on the deck, I will be ready!
I am pleased to report that I have growing tomatoes in my hydroponic garden in the greenhouse. The leaves of the plants look pretty damaged from the below freezing weather we had for days, even though I had the grow lights on 24/7. At least they came through.
Now that the new year is here, I tidied up my webpage and am busy updating price changes from my suppliers. I think with the economy in a mess, more folks will turn to gardening not only to supplement their higher food costs but to get back to some basics. Anyone can grow a pot of flowers or herbs whether indoors in a window or on a deck or yard. Baby steps....... just try one plant and see how it goes. A little care, a little water, a little plant food, and you may discover that you love it! Seed sales are already picking up, so I think that is a good sign.