The "Rain Forest"

  For the past three days, it has rained...a LOT!  In fact, we have gotten nigh on a foot of rain according to the rain gauge attached to the garden fence post.  Throw in the fact that it is in the forecast for us to have rain for the next three days and you can imagine how wet things are here.  You can also probably imagine just how shabby the yard looks.  All of this fine rain has made the plants slap happy so everything has grown a foot or so.  This would be alright if I was able to push that lawnmower or run the weed trimmer.  Poor Son will have to tackle the chore himself come the first dry day.  My work efforts are still limited so I am no use whatsoever.  

  While strolling through my queendom of the Small Gardens, I was able to venture out the gate for a few moments.  This took me to the back of the greenhouse where just last night, the Night-blooming Cereus plants were in full bloom.  The huge, saucer-sized flowers were a thrill to see and I was ever so thankful for Son.  His steady, strong arms guided me to the perfect spot to photograph the blooms.  He, also, took photographs in case mine were shaky.  The blooms were truly breathtaking and the outing was invigorating.  

   During the few moments we were there, he and I both noticed that the plants on that back deck were enormous!  The rain obviously agreed with them.  Just a week ago, it was easy to maneuver on the little porch but now there was  little room to even get to the doorway.  It was a jungle back there!!!  My secluded oasis had turned into a "rain" forest!  I need to hurry and heal so I can get back to caring for my plants as they could all use a good trimming.  The Small Gardens shall have to wait a bit longer but the Queen shall soon return! .Perhaps I should add Queen of the Back "Rain" Forest to my title!  I am gradually increasing my realm!