Year: 2025

Building a Flower Tunnel: One Tiny Step at a Time

Welcome, fellow garden enthusiasts and procrastinators alike! Today, we embark on a whimsical journey into the world of flower tunnels—a magical realm where blooms flourish and patience is as essential as a watering can in the middle of a drought.

Step 1: The Art of Small Steps

Why rush when you can tiptoe? We’re all about taking it slow. In fact, if we were any slower, we’d be a caterpillar in a traffic jam. Each small step we take in building our flower tunnel is like adding sprinkles to a cupcake—delightful, but let’s not get carried away! We’re talking about tiny, adorable steps that are so small they’d need a magnifying glass to be seen.

Step 2: Mitigating Water Flow

Ah, water flow—the garden’s version of a surprise party. You never know when it’ll come crashing in, soaking your plans like a toddler at a birthday bash. So, to prevent our flower tunnel from turning into a water park, we’re employing the ancient art of mitigation. Think of it as putting a tiny dam in your garden—like a moat, but without the dragons (unless you’re into that sort of thing).

Step 3: Keeping Everyone Waiting

And what’s a garden project without a little suspense? We’re keeping everyone on the edge of their garden chairs, wondering when they’ll see the glorious bloom. “Will it be next week? Next month?” they ponder, as we chuckle knowingly. It’s like the cliffhanger of a soap opera, but with more dirt and fewer dramatic plot twists.

So, there you have it!

Building a flower tunnel, one baby step at a time, while mitigating water flow and keeping the anticipation alive. Who knew gardening could be this entertaining? Now, if only we could grow patience as easily as we grow daisies! 🌼

Saba Banana Bonanza:

Planting Your Way to Fruity Success!

Welcome to the world of saba bananas—the fruit that’s so versatile, even your smoothie will want to wear a tuxedo! If you’ve ever thought about catching more of these delightful yellow beauties and planting them on your farm, you’re in for a treat. Grab your gardening gloves; it’s time to dig into some banana-based hilarity!

The Art of Catching Saba Bananas

First things first: catching saba bananas isn’t like fishing for trout. You won’t need a rod and reel; just a keen eye and a sturdy basket. Picture this: you’re in the orchard, and those bananas are practically begging to be picked. Just remember, bananas don’t leap into your arms. You’ve got to earn their affection!

Planting: The Secret Sauce

Now, onto the planting part. It’s crucial to remember that 3-4 seedlings per tree is the golden rule—kind of like a banana version of the three musketeers, but with less dueling and more fruit-bearing! Why? Because if you overload your tree like a toddler with candy, the fruits will be as confused as a cat at a dog show.

The Fruits of Your Labor

Once you’ve planted those seedlings, sit back, relax, and watch them grow! In no time, you’ll have a banana bonanza. Just imagine: you, sipping a smoothie made from your very own saba bananas, while your friends marvel at your agricultural prowess. “How did you do it?” they’ll ask, to which you can respond, “It’s all in the peel!”

Conclusion: Bananas Are Your Best Friends

So, folks, as you embark on your journey to catch and plant more saba bananas, remember to keep it light, keep it fun, and maybe even keep a few bananas for yourself. Who needs a therapist when you have a banana tree to talk to? Happy planting, and may your farm be filled with the sweet smell of success (and bananas)! 🍌

Farm Life Update: A Day of Hard Work and New Friends!

Hey there, farm enthusiasts! 🌾 Today was a bustling day on the farm, filled with chores, challenges, and a sprinkle of excitement. Here’s a quick rundown of what went down!

Herbicide Spraying and Coconut Replanting

  • We kicked off the day by spraying herbicides in the Hybrid Sections and along the West Barangay Road Section.
  • Unfortunately, we lost quite a few coconut trees to pesky rats! 🐀 But don’t worry; we’re on it! Next week, we’ll be deploying rat poison to tackle the problem head-on.
  • Replanting will commence where needed, and we’ll also be fertilizing all the trees since they’re due after six months. Just a quick reminder: keep dogs and chickens out of the treated areas for their safety!

Tackling Erosion with Irrigation

  • We also focused on water irrigation to combat erosion and manage the massive water flow in certain areas.
  • Our water filtration system is still missing a few parts, but we’re working on getting it sorted!

Welcoming New Family Members

  • The highlight of our day? We welcomed two adorable Chihuahua puppies and a Labrador Mix into our farm family!
    • Chihuahuas are the smallest dog breed in the world, hailing from Mexico.
    • Labradors are friendly and loyal, perfect companions for farm life.
  • A huge thank you to our neighbor Meraflor Santos for her generosity, and a special shoutout to her dad for the chicken! 🐔 It’s wonderful to see neighbors helping each other out. Remember, that’s what love and community are all about!

Sharing the Spirit

  • In the spirit of giving back, I’m offering all the Napier Grass along the cliff and creek. Feel free to take as much as you can carry for the next six months! Just text me for entry so my team can assist you.

That’s a wrap on today’s farm adventures! Stay tuned for more updates, and let’s keep this community spirit alive. Happy farming, everyone! 🌿

Planting Saba Bananas: A Delightfully Thick Adventure!

Welcome to the world of Saba bananas, where the bananas are short, thick, and about as versatile as a Swiss Army knife at a picnic! These delightful little fruits are not just a treat for your taste buds; they’re also the ultimate multitaskers in your garden.

Why Saba Bananas?

  • Animal Feed Extraordinaire: Got some hungry critters? Saba bananas are here to save the day! Toss them a few of these thick delights, and watch them munch away like they just hit the jackpot. Who knew being a farmer could feel like hosting a banana buffet for the animals?
  • Market Marvels: Got a surplus? No problem! Saba bananas have a knack for making friends at the market. They may not win any beauty contests, but they sure know how to charm customers with their deliciousness.
  • Shade Saviors for Coffee Trees: And let’s not forget our beloved coffee trees! Saba bananas come with their own built-in umbrella service, providing shade that’s just perfect for those little caffeinated wonders. Who doesn’t love a good cup of coffee brewed under the watchful eyes of a banana?

The Bottom Line

In summary, planting Saba bananas isn’t just about enjoying a short, thick fruit; it’s about creating a mini-ecosystem where animals dine, markets thrive, and coffee trees bask in the shade. So, grab a shovel and get ready to dig into this banana bonanza! 🌱🍌

Now, if only they could help with my laundry… But that’s a blog post for another day!

Our Water becomes drinkable and plenty now, no more shortages

Installing our 1,500 liter Water Storage Tank.

Hey there, friends! 🌟 We’ve been diving into an exciting project lately—building our very own filtration system! It’s been a labor of love, filled with hauling sand and gravel, gluing PVC pipes, and installing valves. Basically we have 3 filtration drums that clean our dirty water. The first is the Gravel Filter to let mud and silk sink to the bottom. The second is a sand filter to clear out small items and the minerals will clean it too. Then, in the third drum, we have charcoal to delete biological hazards. The water comes out clear.

Here’s a quick rundown of what we’ve been up to:

We’re using three 200-liter drums for our filtration setup:

  1. First drum: Filled with both small and large gravel for the initial filtration.
  2. Second drum: This one’s our sand filter, packed with both coarse and fine sand to catch those finer particles.
  3. Third drum: The charcoal filter, where the magic happens!

And guess what’s on the agenda for tomorrow? We’re crushing charcoal and giving it a good wash to ensure it’s clean and ready for action!

Stay tuned for more updates on our journey! 💪✨