Life in Aylmer Quebec

Apparently I’ve forgotten how to write.  Seriously.  I have been neglecting a lot of things lately, especially online, because – can you imagine – real life has been more interesting and time consuming!  Work is work, kids are kids, and my garden has been calling loud and clear!  I’ve been sick for the last while, and now, for this week, I am on vacation.  Actually, the girls have come down with the chicken pox, so we are hanging out at home for the week.

Our neighborhood had its big yard sale last weekend, but I didn’t sell any plants this year.  Emma had her sleepover birthday party on Friday night, and I was still not feeling great, so I just didn’t bother.  I do still have some plants available, although Todd is bringing a bunch of them to work for his co-workers so I may not have that many left.  And I also built another raised bed this spring, so I have more space!

I have also neglected a lot of email, for the same reasons.

So I will try to answer some of the questions here.

1.  Aylmer is a nice little town to live in.  I like it.  That’s why we live here.  I’ve written lots of posts on stuff to do here, etc.  The city of Gatineau also has a website, with a lot of information on it.  Just google Gatineau.

2.  For free horse manure in Aylmer, go to TicToc Stables on Klock rd.   Wear boots if possible, and bring heavy duty yard bags.  Sometimes we have extra empty feed bags that can be used, but I can’t guarantee they are always available, so it’s better to come prepared.  The manure piles are behind the barns, feel free to go right ahead.  You don’t need to ask anyone, and you are welcome to take as much as you want.  If you need a pitch fork, check in the barn.  They are usually right by the door.  And if you see me, please come and say hi!

I don’t know how often I’ll be posting here anymore.  I’ve kind of lost interest, but we’ll see what happens down the road.