Pare green and pink from inch cubes of 1 melon. Soak overnight in 1 quart water and 1 tbsp lime Rinse well. Boil cubes in clear water for 15 minutes. Drain. Boil 1 quart water, 2 cups sugar, 1/2 sliced lemon, 2 sticks ginger, for 5 minutes. Add rind and cook until clear. Let stand overnight. Repeat, and seal in sterilized jars.