Mahn bak yahd garten Hey you, yonda theya trespassin’, crossin' boundries witout evan askin’. Mah hart’s a startin’, yah best be partin', ‘cause dis plot be mahn bak yahd garten. Sez yer hungry, in needin’ ah feedin’? weh, grab a ho an d'rectly git ta weedin’. Earn yah keep ‘n yah maght jess fine dat, wee be happy to share whut wee be reapin’. Mosey on outa heaya now, 'n take heed in ya hed, nex tahm widout inny warnin’, we maht be pushin’ led. In this day and age, so many people refuse to work for a living. Instead, they have become extremely self-entitled, dependent upon the system to carry them or the kindness in others. The work ethic has taken a permanent leave in these cases. For those who continue to get up, dress up and show up to make a living, THANK YOU. A day's hard work neve... 04/11/2024

Today is Worth Singing About! Caturday's are meant for catching up with paperwork, house chores or for spending time in the garden. Slinky and I would meet quite often in Nerdin Gardens. She would happily supervise in between cat naps and chin scratches, while her tiny paws gently padded their way into my heart. Every day is an opportunity to improve relationships by reaching out to those who matter, even if it's just a satisfying belly rub. Happy Caturday all!    04/06/2024

Putting the NERD in NERDIN GARDENS! Every growing season, we unleash our inner 'nerd' into the back yard garden, encouraging nature to be bountiful with a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables. This Spring, we will till the soil, prepare it for growth, plant, then eventually reap the delicious rewards of all our hard work. A robust home garden takes much effort, passion and dedication, much like running a business. Maintaining the work ethic for both is crucial for success, along with implementing good daily habits. We put the 'nerd' into our back yard garden by: Tilling: Rotating natural fertilizer into the already back soil, loosens any compacted earth to allow for proper drainage, air circulation, providing space for plant root growth. Preparing: Water systems are re-installed every... 04/04/2024

White Bloomers are Back in Style! Morn alights, bringing day lilies to sight,Daisies unfurling, opening shiney bright.A symphony of brightly sunnyed faces,Lightening up the shadiest of all places.From clustered blooms to singular delightsApple blossoms offer fragranted high-lights.Petalling future promises, an all-natural whim,Soft & sweet flowerets, no longer a hidden gem!~ Wanda Kubat-Nerdin Happy Saturday all! 03/30/2024

Nerdin Gardens: Lettuce Romaine Calm What happens when flora and fauna in a back yard garden cause an uprising of epic proportions, with seemingly unjustifiable demands? No amount of reason could tamp down or beet the unified, emotional turmoil in the nutrient rich soil. All-seeing, with eyes in the back of his head, Spudnik, the leader of the russet potato clan and Cornpop, who's all ears, led the charge. They demanded more productive appreciation and ingrained respect for giving their all, season after growing season! Eggplants, in full-scale rebellion-mode began lobbing cherry bombs as a defensive tactic, aphids willing to sacrifice themselves, threatened an all-encompassing leaf invasion, the likes no one has ever witnessed before. Radishes created a series of tunnels designed to bu... 03/19/2024

🍀🍀🍀 St. Patrick's Day blessings, toasts and quotes! 🍀🍀🍀 Wishing you a wonderful day of celebration, may you continue to be blessed. We will be feasting on corned beef, cabbage with carrots, potatoes and onions while playing some Irish tunes in the Silo plus a frosty beverage in-hand.  Irish BlessingMay the Good Lord take a liking to you... but not too soon! Author UnknownAnyone acquainted with Ireland knows that the morning of St. Patrick's Day consists of the night of the 17th of March flavored strongly with the morning of the 18th.  Daryl StoutWhy should you never iron a 4-leaf clover? You don't want to press your luck.   Irish SayingThere are only two kinds of people in the world, The Irish and those who wish they were. Irish SayingThere are many good reasons for drinking,One has jus... 03/17/2024

Pink is... Fourteen more days until spring arrives, to once again, wow us with an undeniable presence. Longer, warmer days, filled with new beginnings. Trees budding out with growth, flowers blossoming and a constant, honey bee work flow. Occasionally, I am inspired to write little diddy's about things to come, especially sun-soaked days. Little discoveries become a delightful part of a crisp morning or an afternoon spent going from bloom to bloom, taking them all in. Pink is... Pink is a fresh rose,  That tickles the nose. Pink is a pig’s snout, Breathing in & then out. Pink is a cotton candy treat, Light, fluffy and sugary sweet. Pink is a blushing, lover’s faceKissed in a passionate embrace! Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - c-24  Happy 5th of March all, it's going to happen anyway, so might as w... 03/05/2024

Earth & Heart Have the Same Letters As an avid gardener, two words correlate well, H-E-A-R-T & E-A-R-T-H. Each has a place in determining the overall progress of Nerdin Gardens. Successful back yard garden requires diligent care and follow through. Growing season is a sincere commitment for us here in sunny southern Utah and as some of you know, we plant many varieties of fruits and vegetables. Both of us have enjoyed many meals that included zucchini, crook neck squash and fresh tomatoes straight from garden to table! One of the best salads that I have ever eaten is very simple and made with crisp, romaine lettuce and peeled, sliced Roma tomatoes. The dressing is made with fresh, minced garlic cloves, apple cider and basalmic vinegrette and olive oil. Marinating the Roma tomatoes in th... 03/04/2024

Annual Silobration: Office is Closed the 30th & 31st of February Everyone is invited to join us! My Honey and I are planning our Annual Silo Mini-Staycation on February 30th & 31st, 2024. Anyone care to relax, refresh and rejuvenate in a fun, stress-free atmosphere?   After a hectic schedule during St. George Area Parade of Homes, this will be a much needed break for both of us.   You'll find us hanging at the Silo, enjoying couple's massages by day and dancing to music with frosty beverages at night.   So, are you up for a mini Silobration with us?! 🎉 02/29/2024

Nerdin Gardens: Growing Season 2024 Soon, My Honey aka Mr. Green Jeans will till the raised beds, introducing fertilizer to further enrich the dark black, nutrient-rich soil. Drip lines are installed once we decide on what to grow, maximizing fruition. Successful back yard gardening takes some proper planning and preparation, avid gardeners understand that. Same goes for maintaining a thriving business. Consistency and care go into achieving clients goals. All-natural processes and procedures, means we know what goes into our plants, unlike products purchased at the grocery store. A package may claim to be 'organic' but does the consumer really know? A green house may be in the near future, so we may cut out store shopping for produce altogether and, instead, grow them from garden to ta... 02/27/2024

There's always rainbows in my clouds. Yours? Though some real estate markets may still be brisk, others have slowed or even stalled across the country, potentially driving people out of the industry. Take advantage of the down time to contact past clients and trusted affiliates in an effort to create new business. Professionals understand the importance of reaching out and implementing tried and true methods during these times. Your mama and daddy ain't going to do that for you. At least, I hope not. And while many will remain, others will seek employment elsewhere! Fleeting rain showers ignite a vibrant spectrum of vivid colors stretching down from the heavens. ~ Wanda Kubat-NerdinThere's always rainbows in my clouds. Yours? 02/24/2024

Nerdin Gardens: Top Producer A-peel Nothing better than plucking oranges off our tree in February and eating one for breakfast. Yum, so delish! Though citrus trees usually thrive in lower elevation locations, we have managed to grow them in Nerdin Gardens. Once spring arrives, we transport the lime, lemon, orange, grapefruit and kumquat trees from an outbuilding to a specific place, where they will thrive during the growing season in direct sunlight. Honey bees pollinate their blooms. The results are amazing as we pull the lemons and limes and use them in dishes and as a garnish in beverages. Our kumquat tree produces twice a year and those orbs of goodness are best popped in the mouth whole, to fully enjoy. We always look forward to the planning and preparation of our gardens as temper... 02/23/2024

Sunshine and buzzes fill the air... Walking outside to the garden area, I noticed several honey bees darting past, busily foraging on a warmer, southern Utah winter day. A practiced landing at the hive to unload saddlebags, heavily laden with food, then setting off again to collect more. Am excited to see their proactive spirit, perhaps a lesson for humans on self-sufficiency rather relying on outside means for sustainability. Bees have the best work ethic of most creatures that I know, other than the dung beetle and we all know what he deals with, day in and day out. And that’s no bull! 02/08/2024

Here until the cows come home. Each day, in good weather, the dairy farmer turns his cows loose to graze in the pastures or nearby meadow after milking. Though they may wander as far as the land takes them, when it's time to return the the shelter, an internal clock strikes, encouraging a mass movement back to the barn. Agents get up, dress up and show up to work, traveling to places within a selling area in order to achieve buyers and sellers goals. Ultimately, they instinctively gravitate toward home at the end of the day to eat a meal, catch up on paperwork, eat, then prepare for the next day of the work week. Much like ourselves, cows thrive on routines, are social animals who also prefer their own company. They remain curious and seek comfort within the herd. Quite often, we encour... 01/27/2024

It's INTERNATIONAL HUG DAY! Did you know that the average hug lasts just over 3 seconds and that hugs can alleviate stress and elevate the mood? Apparently single people benefit from hugs much more than married couples and can also reduce fear and pain. It's said they may also support immune and cardiovascular health. I'm no doctor but can agree with the above information. So, follow the  "Monkey see, monkey do!" practice today, give some hugs and see what it does for you and for others!  01/21/2024

We're All Here Because We're Not All There! Talk about a double entendre if ever there was one and on the flip side, thank goodness I'm here instead of not all there. Commonality continues to bring us all together, forming a diverse and vibrant community here in the Rain. January 14, 2024, marks 15 years of posting and commenting, though I became a member in late 2008. A little hesitant to put anything 'out there', for a short time and then decided to take the plunge with a story of Leased Resistance. At that time,  was in 1300+ place and now am the #1 blogger in Utah and #1 in Washington County, Utah & St. George, Utah. Referrals from fellow members means a higher  level of trust in me to help clients realize their real estate goals. ActiveRain offers an abundance of benefits, ranging ... 01/02/2024

In 2024, YOU can HAVE IT ALL and MORE! From January 1st, 2024, you have been given over 365 more days to do more, whether it is losing some weight by planning a healthier diet, learning a new skill, reading new books or giving more toward the local community. Improve sales skills, reach out to past clients for new business, become more involved in real estate related organizations, attend seminars, sponsoring a lunch & learn or creating a customer appreciation extravaganza event. The sky's the limit! There's even more you can do, like:~ Get more sleep.~ Be more engaged.~ Take more long walks.~ Grow more food.~ See more sunsets.~ Laugh more.~ Dream more.~ More road trips.~ Hug more.~ Have more fun.~ Dance more.~ More music.~ Love more. Personal and professional growth is not a race to th... 01/01/2024

Reflecting on 2023 With A 2024 New ViewOur lives, at times, are adversely affected by events outside the scope of control, whether it's the loss of loved ones, break ups, divorce, compromised health or loss of business.How that is dealt with, determines future days.Trauma can cause complacency, depression, misplaced anger, feelings of despair or even paralysis. Family and friends are ever so important to lean on during these times.Turn to them for helpful, sage advice. Most are committed to helping you elevate to a higher level of well being because they have similarly visited the dark depths of despair. On the upside, a purposeful outlook means another glorious 365 days to achieve those goals! Life presents opportunities every single day, when focused on fully participating.The past is... 12/31/2023

A flash of brilliant sunlight In a world where complaints roll easily off the tongue, dissatisfaction is at a high point, unhappiness rules over mediocre customer service, salacious, media headlines that are designed to incite, be that bright spot that people generate toward, instead of away from. That is my plan for the rest of the year and for 2024! What is yours? A flash of brilliant sunlight between heavy vapor brings the eyes up right, elevating the spirits concurrently.  ~ Wanda Kubat-Nerdin ***Photo is of a captivating light show in southern Utah near my home. Am so lucky to capture such a sight and another reason I love where I live. Light it up, up up! 12/20/2023

Wreaths Across America | Veyo Utah | December 16th, 2023 REMEMBER the Fallen. . . HONOR those who Serve. . . TEACH our children the value of Freedom we have as AMERICANS. All in the community are invited to join in the ceremony to to show respect to 55 United States military veterans who are buried in the Veyo, Utah Cemetery.  Come and honor them on December 16th, 2023 at 10 AM.  Address: 568–694 Chad Ranch Rd, Veyo, UT 84782  Wreaths will be placed on the gravesides of those who served our country and are laid to rest in Veyo. Come out and support and participate in Wreaths Across America  Remember and Honor our veterans through the laying of Remembrance wreaths on the graves of our country's fallen heroes and the act of saying the name of each and every veteran aloud. Please invite yo... 12/05/2023