Even in triple digit weather, sometimes I feel the need to take on a task; today was one of those days. I hit the back yard about 11:30 this morning, but first things first, the necessities: a summertime, big, floppy hat, music via headphones; stout, leather gloves; and an N-95 mask (because yes, I'm allergic... Continue Reading →
I've killed my squash plant. Well, *I* didn't kill it, aphids did. I kind of feel responsible though - I probably should have done more than throw water at it occasionally. I really thought it was just wilting from the triple digits we've been experiencing, but after the last rain which came down in buckets,... Continue Reading →
This is the first storm I have gotten to watch from the patio this year, and what a storm it is! We are under a severe thunderstorm warning, which only tells me that it will be an impressive light show and that we might lose power. I'm prepared with battery packs and phone chargers. It... Continue Reading →
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