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Friday Radio Report | Everybody Talks | LIVE Talk Radio Show | WNWS 101.5 FM | Carters Nursery Pond & Patio | Jackson, TN

Good Morning 🌞 West TN! I’m walking into the Studio’s of WNWS 101.5 FM Radio on this cloudy, rainy ⛈ Spring morning! I am joining the host of Everybody Talks – The Silky Chinchilla, the White Coconut, aka: Seabass 💥 On Jackson TN’s #1 Talk Radio Show! Everybody Talk’s! 💥 

I’m on with Sea Bass on Fridays from 9-11am Call in with ALL your gardening and Outdoor Lifestyle questions at 731-423-8101 OR – Listen LIVE at 101.5 WNWS – FM Talk Radio – on your smart phone using your TuneIn app.!

There is always LOTS of stuff happening in Jackson TN on the weekend! Tune in… We will tell you all about it 📻  OR – Call in and be part of it! 1-731-423-8101

Lots of stuff happening in the garden right now! Spring Is Here!!!
– Is YOUR Garden ready? Till in some Compost & Manure! 
– It’s time for the Design and planting of shrubs and trees! 
– Trim shrubs, weed beds, MULCH!
– Time to clean up our Water Gardens!

PLUS – Its Time to plant tomatoes 🍅 squash and other vegetables! BUT, beware… There’s a chance of a “Late Season Frost” this weekend… Call in and we will talk more about it…

I just LOVE when these little guys start buzzing around the garden. So hypnotizing to watch. So Beautiful ❤️
Come on in to Carters Nursery for your Top Soil, Sand, Garden Amendments, Mulch, Pond Supplies, Fish Plants & more | Carters Nursery, Pond & Patio | Jackson, TN 

Call in! 1-731-423-8101

Text in! 1-731-277-5155

Fishy Friday’s are back for 2023! 20% off KOI ALL DAY on Friday at Carters Nursery, Pond & Patio! 

Carters Nursery is open to serve you today until 4pm. Drop by and say Hi 😊

Spring is Here! 

We have Everything for your Pond and Water Garden at Carters Nursery Pond & Patio. From Seasonal Koi Food and Water Treatments to Filters and Supplies, we have you covered!

Plants and flowers are in as well!

Everything is looking so nice! Come in today and see what I’m talking about! 😊 | Carters Nursery Pond&Patio | Jackson, TN

Fridays on the radio are something I always look forward to! Its gonna be fun! Give us a call 731-423-8101.

Thanks and have a great weekend! 

– I’m on Everybody Talks with Sea Bass Fridays from 9-11am Call in with ALL your Outdoor Living questions 731-423-8101


Mark Carter
Carter’s Nursery, Pond & Patio
2846 Old Medina Rd.
Jackson, Tn. 38305
Ph.# 731-424-2206
http://www.cartercountry.com

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Sunday Reflection’s…

We woke up this morning to electricity ⚡️ Yes! Lights 💡 running water 🚿 ICE! 🧊 Wow 🤩 Not having these basics at your fingertips for just a couple of days is… Strange to say the least. We are so use to having them, we can completely take it for granted that they will always be there at the exact moment we need them…

80 MPH strait line winds are no joke! Think Hurricane… I was downtown in the radio studio when it hit – 💥 It shook the whole building! The roof on the building across the street started peeling off and flying down the street 🌬 Traffic cones and barrels were flipping down the street, cartwheeling into parked cars and flying through the air. Trees were snapping, so were the power lines! The signal went out, along with all streaming and phone lines. It was one of the worst storm scenes I have ever witnessed, and it was over in a matter of minutes.

This is the window I watched the debris blown hurricane force wind storm through ☝🏼 But I really saw the damage that was done on the ride home. Trees down everywhere! Power poles and lines down all over town. Debris, trash cans, barrels, toys, clothes, you name it were blown into piles everywhere you looked. Wow! Then when I got home… No power. I wasn’t surprised after seeing the level of damage. Luckily, no one here was hurt 🙏🏻 We had some damage, but nothing we couldn’t clean up and repair. Then we sat down and expected the power to pop back on any minute. But it didn’t. None Friday, none Friday night. So we were forced to close Saturday. No power all day… But, they did restore power over night and this morning, we had lights and water🚿 a HOT Shower was nice 😊

  • Thank you 🙏🏻 to all the hard working men and women who worked day and night for 2 days to clean all that mess up and get the town back up and running. We are fortunate to have dedicated folks to take care of business like this! ❤️

So what did we do to pass the time? Here’s a little video for ya’ Entertainment is where you find it 😊

“If it weren’t for electricity, we’d all be watching television by candlelight.”

~ George Gobel

Have a wonderful Sunday!

Mark C.



Sunday Reflection’s…

Morning coffee ☕️ Brunch… Bummin’ around… “Let’s do whatever” – Things my wife has asked for on her Birthday Weekend out. She’s cool like that 😊

So I took her out for a late Brunch… We ended up at a little local joint in a residential neighborhood (converted house) that was described as a “Punk Rock Waffle House”… I knew she was gonna love it when we walked in and the Talking Heads was on the speaker 🔊

After this… Who knows! This is her Birthday weekend! We’re gonna see what happens…

“Those who are fearless never grow old!”

Have a great Sunday!

~ Mark C.



Happy Halloween 🎃 From Carters Nursery Pond & Patio

Well, the build up has been incredible! And the day is finally here! HAPPY Halloween 🎃 👻🕷

I know one guy who Lives for Today… Mr. Michael Myers! Have you ever wondered what he does on a normal day?

Check this out! – A day in the life of Mike

Mike likes his morning brew! You wouldn’t believe how cranky he gets if he ain’t had his Java!!’

Getting ready in the morning has become a ritual…

The old “morning constitutional” – With all the daily chores ahead – this is a great time to do a little multitasking & check my email & texts!

I don’t care who you are, ya’ gotta stay in shape! 

Believe me folks, the “middle age spread” is REAL! Gotta eat right and do my crunches! 

There’s always something to do…

Guess who drew “bake sale” at the school fundraiser… Red Velvet Cake is the perfect choice!

Don’t forget to take a break now and again! All work and no play…

I need a little “Me time” every now and again – nothing better than kicking off my shoes  and enjoying a good show and a cold drink!

You might even think the monotonous life we all lead has tamed & subdued Mike to the point that homocide is just off the menu… ?

Oh well… You know it’s hard for a leopard to change his spots 

Happy Halloween y’all!


Mark Carter
Carter’s Nursery, Pond & Patio
2846 Old Medina Rd.
Jackson, Tn. 38305
Ph.# 731-424-2206
http://www.cartercountry.com



Sunday Reflection’s…

What a week… Work, rain, storms, heat, shipping delays, out of stock, yada yada… The ‘New Normal’ they call it… But, all in all a good week! Lots to be Thankful for 🙏🏻
My reward was the weekend with my lovely wife on the river. Boat riding, swimming, photography, beautiful sunsets and then after dark… Bug Watching! (yes, we are both easily entertained 😊)

A prime spot to watch bugs… Look at that line buildup! You don’t get quality bug watching like this in town! Lights a bit harsh though…

There are so many opportunities to watch bugs at the river! I mean, it’s kinda the only show in town 😊 #bugwatchin

We rode around giggling like a couple of kids, eating ice cream, cracking jokes and yes, watching bugs… I got her laughing pretty good 😊

Then we found this one, and watched for quite some time. She is pretty cool 🕷

What can I say, I’m a cheap date 😊

“Stood on the ledge of my sleepy blue sorrow
back from the edge, guess I’ll see you tomorrow
can’t lie, not the first time I’m thinking of you
but the night bugs are out, life’s distractions will do

I looked to the west as the day slowly fadyded 
turned up the volume of cricket and katydid
rhythm rubs life in the darkness outside
steer clear of the blue light or get yourself fried

With the zapper you took out the skeeters and flies
while spiders and ants faced the raider’s demise
yellow jackets and wasps, you chased from their hives,
but these night bugs are here for the rest of our lives
bittersweet bugs for the rest of our lives

Back in the house now, I roll down the screen
protecting myself from the lurking unseen
from the critters, which drawn by the lure of the light
make feast in their famine on food, flesh and fright

we handle the things that intrude in our spaces
the bugs in the dark and the unwanted faces
we roll down the screens and we listen to voices
those sweet summer sounds, and this night bug rejoices

With the zapper you took out the skeeters and flies
while spiders and ants faced the raider’s demise
yellow jackets and wasps, you chased from their hives,
but these night bugs are here for the rest of our lives

too many months have passed without hearing
the music which blends with the night bugs I’m fearing
I nearly lost hope for those sounds in my life
but these night bugs revive good ol’ summertime strife
bittersweet bugs, for the rest of my life

Stood on the ledge of my sleepy blue sorrow
back from the edge, guess I’ll see you tomorrow”

~ G Clair

Have a great Sunday!

Mark C. ❤️



The Moonlight Pond Tour is Coming | Carters Nursery Pond & Patio | Jackson, TN

We have been looking forward to the upcoming Moonlight Pond Tour 🌕  I have been out nightly, feeding my Koi and Touching up lights… I’m already thinking of Saturday night, September 10th…

Here is a little glimpse of the Gardens you will be invited to visit during this wonderful Nighttime Water Garden Experience…

Mark your calendar for Saturday, September 10th. Dusk till 11pm. It’s the BEST date night of the Year! 💥 The ‘Magic Ticket’! 🪄 🌕

Mark Carter
Carter’s Nursery, Pond & Patio
2846 Old Medina Rd.
Jackson, Tn. 38305
Ph.# 731-424-2206
http://www.cartercountry.com

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LIVE Talk Radio TODAY 9-11am! | Friday Radio Report! | Everybody Talks | Carters Nursery Pond & Patio | Jackson, TN

I am walking into the studios of WNWS 101.5 FM, in downtown Jackson, TN! Im about to go LIVE from 9-11 am with Seabass and Chuck Walker! Join us today on “Everybody Talks”!

I’m on today 9-11am Call in and lets have some FUN! 731-423-8101

We finally got some rain last night and this morning! What does that mean for your Garden and Landscape? I’ll be here from 9-11am – So get your questions ready! We will be talking Outdoor Living, Koi Ponds, Gardening, trimming, mulching, landscaping, Hummingbird watching, staying cool by the swimming pool AND Just about anything else that YOU want to talk about! Ask a question, send in a picture, share a story (but please, NO politics!) It’s Friday! Call in and join us – 731-423-8101 

For 20 years Ive been involved with this Friday Talk Show and it just keeps getting better! The phone # is still the same – 731-423-8101

– HEY, You can listen, and you can call in and talk… the # is the same that it has been for over 20 years – 731-423-8101. But, did you know you can text your comments and questions? 731-277-5155

Did you know you can text us? Texting us is so easy! 731-277-5155 Give us a shout out from the pond!

Come by and see us at the Nursery! We are open today until 4pm! 

Summer is In full swing at Carters! 

We have Everything for your Pond and Water Garden at Carters Nursery Pond & Patio. From Seasonal Food and Water Treatments to Filters and Supplies, we have you covered!

Here are a few recent images for ya’

Fridays on the radio are always fun! Give us a call 731-423-8101.

TGIF! See ya’ on the air 9-11am!

Mark Carter
Carter’s Nursery, Pond & Patio
2846 Old Medina Rd.
Jackson, Tn. 38305
Ph.# 731-424-2206
http://www.cartercountry.com

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Pond Tour Tuesday! | Carters Nursery Pond & Patio | Jackson, TN

Its ALMOST Pour Tour Time! 🌊 And man am I ready! There is something special about visiting Gardens… A feeling. An excitement! Do you know what Im talking about? Its the closest feeling to the excitement I felt as a child that I have experienced as an adult. I simply LOVE it!

Do you get excited when you get to go visit new Gardens and see all the beauty? Man I do! There is an opportunity to go on a mapped, self guided tour coming up soon that you will just LOVE!

This years Summer Pond Tour showcases beautiful & unique, koi ponds, pondless waterfalls, disappearing fountains and of course LOTS of gorgeous landscaping! This Self Guided Tour is located in Jackson, TN. (Madison County) and is simple to follow. This Summer Pond Tour is more importantly a fundraiser for the Jackson Animal Care & Adoption Center, and 100% of ticket sales go to help them, so tell all your friends!!!

Tickets are $20 ea. (kids under 12 are FREE!). 100% of ALL ticket sales & donations go to the Jackson Animal Care Center.

If you need tickets, come on by the Nursery! If you have questions, just give us a call ☎️ 731-424-2206 is the #.

Give us a call for ticket or questions! 731-424-2206. Operators are standing by on all 4’s 🐩

What: 24th. Annual Summer Pond Tour
When: Saturday, June 25th. 9am. till 5pm.
Where can I get Tickets? Call or come by Carters Nursery, Pond & Patio at 2846 Old Medina Rd. Jackson, Tn. 38305 or call Jo or Sandra at 731-424-2206
How much are tickets? Tickets are $20 ea. (kids 12 and under are FREE!). 100% of ticket sales goes to the Jackson Animal Care Center!

Lets raise some money folks! $$🐩🐈🐈‍⬛🐶

Mark Carter
Carter’s Nursery, Pond & Patio
2846 Old Medina Rd.
Jackson, Tn. 38305
Ph# 731-424-2206
http://www.cartercountry.com



Sunday Reflections…

What a beautiful morning! I have been looking through pictures of this last week and really reflecting on all the good things that happened. There is and will always be bad things that happen in life, but I try to focus and reflect on the good ones… Business is good, our gardens are flourishing, and one of my oldest friends just got married to the girl of his dreams ❤️ I was his best man to boot 😊 Darn good week!

Thats my buddy Matt grinning from ear to ear 😊 They were just pronounced man & wife🥂
My bride looked beautiful as well!
The music was so beautiful! I had never heard a harpest play in person like this… WOW ❤️
I got to catch up with my brother Scott! We almost had a beard fight 🤣
Matt cut the cake with his Viking broadsword 🗡 What an Awesome day!

I LOVE outdoor weddings! And this one stole the show ❤️ Perfect weather, music, food, friends and family… Thats what its all about!

Congratulations Matt & Esther Brown!❤️

Understand, I’ll slip quietly
Away from the noisy crowd
When I see the pale
Stars rising, blooming over the oaks.
I’ll pursue solitary pathways
Through the pale twilit meadows,
With only this one dream:
You come too.

~ Rainer Maria Rilke

Mark C.



Throwback Thursday | #Throwbackthursday | Carters Nursery Pind & Patio | Jackson, TN

Here’s an Awesome Throwback from 6 years ago today! The day Scout learned to cross the Pond the fun way 🤩

She had thought about it several times after watching me do it, but on this day 6 years ago – Scout did it! 💥


Now, she runs the place… 😊

Scout ’The Pond Pup’! 🐶

Everybody Loves Scout!! ❤️ 🐶

Have an Awesome #Throwbackthursday!

Mark Carter
Carter’s Nursery, Pond & Patio
2846 Old Medina Rd.
Jackson, Tn. 38305
Ph.# 731-424-2206
http://www.cartercountry.com

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