The Unexpected Discoveries in Home Gardens: From Live Bombs to Talking Pumpkins

In the world of gardening, one might expect to find flowers, vegetables, or perhaps a gnome or two adorning the landscape. However, for one unsuspecting couple in Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire, their garden ornament turned out to be far more explosive than anticipated.

The Edwards, Mr. and Mrs., were taken aback when a bomb disposal team detonated what they had believed to be a harmless garden decoration - an old missile painted in vibrant red. Little did they know, the ornament, dating back to the late 19th century, was a live bomb, prompting a swift and nerve-wracking response from authorities.

The bomb, initially mistaken for a dummy without any charge, turned out to be a naval projectile, leading to a tense night for the Edwards as they awaited the arrival of a bomb squad. The possibility of evacuating the entire street loomed overhead, but the couple stood their ground, determined to face whatever fate awaited alongside their unexpected ‘friend’.

A garden ornament turned out to be a live bomb

Despite the bomb being safely detonated in a remote location, the Edwards couldn’t help but mourn the loss of what they had come to see as an ‘old friend’. The sentimental value attached to the bomb, coupled with its historical significance, left the couple reminiscing about its past and the tales shared by previous owners.

In a twist of fate, across the ocean in Marblehead, Massachusetts, another homeowner, Tom Saltsman, found himself in the spotlight for his extravagant Halloween decorations. His creation, Lewis, a towering pumpkin creature with a penchant for declaring, ‘I am not a jack-o-lantern. My name is Lewis,’ captured the hearts of onlookers and went viral on social media platforms.

A viral Halloween decoration named Lewis

Saltsman’s dedication to crafting elaborate Halloween sculptures, from dragons to Egyptian gods, has turned his home into a local attraction, drawing admirers from far and wide. Despite some acknowledging the sculptures’ ‘flimsy’ nature, the community’s fascination with Saltsman’s creations continues to grow, with each new installation becoming a topic of conversation.

As the holiday season approaches, these stories serve as a reminder of the unexpected surprises that can be unearthed in the most ordinary of places. From live bombs masquerading as garden decor to talking pumpkins enchanting neighborhoods, the tales woven within our homes and gardens are as diverse and captivating as the individuals who inhabit them.