For my housemates...

Could you guys water the plants every other day while I'm away?

It's best to do it early morning or early evening.  Cucumbers and Zucchini take more water.

Obviously you don't need to do it if it rains.  If it's not really hot and sunny you may not have to do it every other day.  Feel the soil for any signs of moisture.  If there is moisture, walk on.  

I usually fill up the pretty watering can twice to water all the plants.

Put the sword in the ground as a sign to the other housemate you watered them that day.  My swords are where all swords should be, right near my bed.

Weather for the week: http://www.theweathernetwork.com/weather/caon0696

PS - You guys can eat that cauliflower in the fridge.