07/27/2023
Learning tip of the day. When trying new things on the farm, get great tips from experienced people in the area of new for you. Case in point, this is our 2nd year trying our hand at growing watermelon. Last year started great. Had plenty of melons on the vine. It went bust because we over watered them during the drought. Ok. Lesson learned. This year, we had a melon that I was sure had ripened because I did the thump test and the bottom was yellow. (A trick I was taught years ago, apparently taught wrong!) I was excited because I love watermelon. My kids were excited. They too love watermelon. We chilled it, proceeded to cut it open to enjoy that sweet, juicy nectar on a hot day, and there it was staring at us with disappointment in my heart. Mostly white inside with little red. Even on the farm, I’m reminded that I still have learning to do. Just because I have years of experience in the farm world, doesn’t mean I know everything. Just like in life, sometimes I have to learn from experience. With that being said, if you fail at something, don’t quit!! Just keep trying and learn. The end result will be achieved no matter how many times you fail.