For a computer programmer, spring is the worst time of the year.  The increasing warmth, colorful buds, and bright green growing things are all signs that the season is changing quickly. No longer can I sit comfortably inside, gazing out the window at the cold, feeling lucky I have a job that keeps me indoors.  No, spring is a time of great guilt.  

Fortunately, with help from a few great Etsy sellers, this year I can bring a little spring indoors with me.  Dandeedesigns makes it easy and beautiful with her 'Spring in a Can' grass growing project.  This small kit contains everything needed to have a lovely living, breathing bushel of grass in just a few weeks.  Just open the lid, pop in the seeds, water appropriately, and in no time at all I'll be welcoming the new buds (oh, and don't forget sunlight, programmers).

There are many sellers offering high quality, hand picked heirloom seeds from their gardens. 

Herbs possess magical properties, from cleaning the air around you, to invigorating your senses with their complex organics.  Stuck on a bug?  Try a pinch of mint.  Having a hard time with the forums?  Break off a small stem of rosemary.  Looking for some creative new idea? Sprinkle some lavender on your head.

I'm looking forward to watching the progress of my own private garden.  Having herbs within reach of the keyboard will also be a great reminder that not all things begin after one presses the power button.

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