Okay, just wanted to update on this dilemma I am having cuz I don't know what to do. Now, not only do we have 6 cucumber plants growing and flowering away (one which is still in the dog dish), but we also have 8 jalapeno pepper plants, and 4 serano pepper plants. To top that all off, for Christmas he received a giftcard to Walmart, and he HAD to get a jiffy pellet indoor domed tray thingy that holds up to 72 pellets and some seeds. I tried to talk him out of it, and failed miserably when I saw that it was breaking his heart. We now have over half of the tray germinating so well that they will need to be transplanted soon. My problem....we only have the one window to keep ALL of these plants in, and it is already full. I thought if I had him do some of his own containers that would help, but it has only made things worse. I love that he loves growing things, but he is really out of control with it. My actual question is: Will Dahlias be okay if transplanted into small pots for another month and a half, and how cold can they stand? I want to get them outside as soon as possible without completely killing them.

Phenixk- Can't believe I came across your post. We are considering using Dorado(now Phildadelpia) Soapstone for a soapstone countertop and were wondering if it was a good choice. There is another company in the area that also sounds good, but as you said, Joe and Andy have been great to talk with so far. I am still trying to decide what to do-soapstone (?) or not, and would love to see a countertop that has been used in someone's home to see if it holds up as well as they say it does. How long have you had yours? Are you pleased with the wear, etc.? Also, I really like the idea of the lighter gray color, but I am not sure if it would stay that way (without oiling it) like they say, and look good. Our other option is to use 12 x 12 retified porcelian tiles. I want a primitive country look since I have a house full of antiques.

First off, Happy Anniversary Bee, I'm sure DH will come up with a better gift, but really, if he came in with a taser would you not pee yourself silly! dees_1 agreed, if a man did write it, bless him for sharing, hysterical ! And really can't you see a guy doing this?! I'm cracking up just thinking about it!

Now that you know you are in the same neighborhood it is time to become acquainted. The new year look promising. It makes my day to know you had a good one. Merry Christmas. Jayne