07.11.2013
Published: 2013-11-07
Translation
This is a translation of a Bulgarian-language post. It conveys the content faithfully but is not the author's original English writing.
Good morning from Happy Horses,
My dear Smehurko, I want to begin, because the sun is shining strong and warm even though it is November. The air is clear and transparent, and not a single plane leaves a trail. None. For me and the horses, this Indian summer is a perfect chance to train. The fields are ploughed and levelled — ideal for galloping. It is not hot, not cold. There are no flies. The grass is green; honestly, Paradise must be something like this. The herd of Happy Horses, and us, live in the valley of the Thracian kings, who chose this place fully aware of the natural forces here. The Tundzha River and Triglav Peak need no advertising in the wildlife photography magazines, because here nature in the frame — and especially out of it — stands out for its unique blend of animal species and habitats against a backdrop of elegant relief.
A question for Svilena: what is being done at this time of year in the home garden — are there crops we should tend to right here and now?
— Yes. In many parts of the country, garlic and broad beans are being planted now; late cabbage, rocket and spinach can be harvested — as long as you took the trouble to sow them in time.
Today the moon is in the constellation Sagittarius. This is a fire sign, so it is a good time to sow and plant fruiting crops such as broad beans. Wait until Saturday for garlic, onions and other root crops.