Archives for November 2015

I’m not sure what you guys are doing at this time of year, but this last week I have been running around little a slightly insane person (only slightly insane.) getting ready for Christmas. At our place we have to do a big clean out of clothes, what fits and what doesn’t, and the clean up of the “storage cupboard”. This is the cupboard that last January we put the tree back into its bag (yes we are bad and have a plastic one. But in the heat it is so much easier and better) and then put it into the back of the cupboard which was clean and tidy Last Year. And now its time to go through it all again. But I do love Christmas. All the Joy and happiness that is around. I especially love seeing how happy our kids are.

And this time of year I think we all start to get that bit more organised and plan out our lives. We know that we only have a short month coming (and we all say  little WooHoo!) and we know how much we have to to do within the small time.   Planning is so important now. I am getting better at this. It has taken me 36 years though. (PS don’t tell anyone how old I am) And it is really important when it comes to ordering your turf.

At the Farm we are Flat out like a lizard drinking to quote my father. So at this time of year we need at least 5 days notice for your deliveries to you.  Plan a week in advance to make sure you can get your lawn when you would like it. And remember that Santa is watching. So everyone on your best behaviour! We are unable to help now when people ring up for next day delivery or with only 2 days notice. We really need the 5 days to make sure everyone gets their turf as early as possible.

And remind your friends and family about how much they mean to you this Christmas with an invite to come and help you install your new lawn. The gift of fitness is one of the best ones you can give. And you get the love feeling back! So its a win win Christmas present all year round.

Chat soon

Sare

Who has been to Knox Park in Murwillumbah in NSW lately? The new park there is amazing!They have equipment for tiny toddler kids to the mid sized running quick moving kids and teenagers and mothers too. It is great fun with its flying fox, and curly slide. I know my 7 year old, 9 year old and my 13 year old had a great time. I had a fantastic time sliding and flying around. It has been a while since I have found a park that is fun for all ages. And I must say Knox park nailed it for our family.

I must confess the only reason we went to the park last week was because I wanted to check out the turf that the Tweed Shire Council had special ordered for the park area. They asked for Palmetto buffalo for the shade areas around the little slide (I couldn’t make it into this one). And they have done a fantastic job with the whole Park installation, but especially the Lawn area. The Palmetto is the perfect companion for the park. Its tough but soft and cushioning when the chasing games become a little too uncoordinated. (Not that I would know about falling over while being chased by my little kids through park. Ok so only twice and yes both times other people where watching)The Patch will be perfect for picnic blankets so sandwiches can be eaten quickly before the kids run across the lawn to go back to the flying fox (I totally recommend this).  Sitting the shade on this spot will be a sort after place in Knox Park this summer I think. 

So go try out the soft picnic on the Palmetto and give it a try for your home. If the council can make it look this good, imagine what it can look like at your place!

Chat soon

Sare

Well its that time of year again that when you google Turf, you can get  whole lot more than just some farms come up. Tomorrow is the Great Melbourne Cup. The race that stops nation. Puts women into high heals and hats, and mens into south in the heat of the day. Its like a wedding, only without your relatives you HAVE to invite. And you can bet legally at the Races. This year the Coastal Turf team and the Tony the Turfman Crew will be at Murwillumbah Jockey Club celebrating the TURF.

I am really really terrible at picking a winner at the races. I like the pretty looking ones, or any jockey that wears green, blue or pink. Turns out there are heaps of them. But I do like to don a pair of heels and aerovate the lawn. Thats right Ladies you are doing a public service wearing your high heels on the lawn. By putting those little spikes down into the grass. You are actually opening up the air pathways and creating better pathway for the micro organisms and bugs and works to travel through, improving the health of the lawn. So if your husband says get off the lawn, get him to give me a ring. I promise not to give him a horse racing tip; But I will explain how you are helping the lawn’s health, and how he should be wonderful to you about it.

You local Turf Club needs us ladies to go and help with the health of their lawn. Support them with your heels. And then the next time your lawn is looking a little unhealthy and compacted, have an old fashioned Garden Party with the high heels to fix your lawns health as well. I will endorse the party as for being for investment reasons. A well cared for lawn adds value to your home!

Happy Race day all of you!

Sare