Another end to this thing called winter is fast approaching and while the fall and early winter were relatively mild, the end has been fierce with its gusting winds and frigid air. Those who read my blog regularly know that February is my least favorite month, but it is there so there you go! There are things in life that must be dealt with and deal with it we shall!
According to the knowledgeable meteorologist, we are to have a pollen burst (whatever that is) brought on by the early warm temperatures followed by the recent frigid temperatures. Every spring is a pollen burst when plagued with allergies. One can only hope that the "burst" will be fast and short!
My car is already tarnished with a coat of yellow which definitely does not accentuate the carbonite gray nor is it a welcome accessory to the matte black interior (doesn't matter if the windows are never down, the crap sneaks in through the air ducts!).
Anxious for the warming temps and visions of summer, hubby and I uncovered the pool and BAM! the frigid temps rolled in and picking those dreams right out of the air and scattering them northward! As much as I would love a thick blanket of snow, it is too close to Spring for me to welcome it with bated breathe and open arms.
I trimmed the dead protective leaves of my banana tree right before this perilous weather and sit here wondering if those lovely green leaves will make a comeback giving my little feathered friends a perch when the weather does warm. Most of the fruit trees and flowering shrubs bloomed only to freeze in these devilish temps leaving it iffy if there will be pears or plums this year with few if any azaleas.
Yes, I am tired of soups and breads (potato, broccoli and cheese, cabbage and sausage, chili, vegetable, taco) I crave grilled chicken, steak, salmon and even burgers with a fresh salad on the side!
I am ready to say goodbye to winter and "Hello" Spring! Thanks for visiting and remember to
Keep Smilin!
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Friday, March 17, 2017
Sunday, September 4, 2011
Remember when . . .
When I went to school our first day of the school year would either be the Tuesday after Labor Day or the Friday after Labor Day. It also signalled the end of summer and the beginning of those wonderful fall mornings. We always needed sweaters for our trip to school and had them wrapped around our waists on the trip back home. After the long hot summers of middle Georgia, we welcomed the cool morning temperatures. Many years have past since the calendar and the weather matched my school day memories, but I do believe we are getting back on track this year. Forecasts call for cooler days in the coming week and the mornings have already began with cooler temperatures.
Rain is coming and my dead grass and garden are jumping with anticipation - or is that me hopping around getting ready? I hope that we receive enough to nourish the roots through our upcoming winter so my plants will flourish in the Spring. March, April and May are my revitalized months; welcomed with anticipation that yes, I did survive another cold bleak winter. September, October and November are my getting prepared to rest months and finish all my summer chores. I love these six months more than any other. I don't function well in the heat of summer nor the cold of winter. I will be sorry to see the pool close for the year. the kids have progressed greatly this summer in their swimming abilities and their diving is getting is much better.
I am looking forward to a fall filled with sewing for my girls and keeping the fall garden going. Hope it provides as well as the summer garden. We have been eating good!
A last summer trip from my grandchildren to the north, this weekend has been filled with bonding, eating and swimming. A fun Labor Day weekend with lots of hugs for Nanna.
As our world turns and until next time . . .
Happy reading!
Belle
Rain is coming and my dead grass and garden are jumping with anticipation - or is that me hopping around getting ready? I hope that we receive enough to nourish the roots through our upcoming winter so my plants will flourish in the Spring. March, April and May are my revitalized months; welcomed with anticipation that yes, I did survive another cold bleak winter. September, October and November are my getting prepared to rest months and finish all my summer chores. I love these six months more than any other. I don't function well in the heat of summer nor the cold of winter. I will be sorry to see the pool close for the year. the kids have progressed greatly this summer in their swimming abilities and their diving is getting is much better.
I am looking forward to a fall filled with sewing for my girls and keeping the fall garden going. Hope it provides as well as the summer garden. We have been eating good!
A last summer trip from my grandchildren to the north, this weekend has been filled with bonding, eating and swimming. A fun Labor Day weekend with lots of hugs for Nanna.
As our world turns and until next time . . .
Happy reading!
Belle
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
My World in April
Only a few days left before we see whether or not or diligence has paid off and we are blessed with new chicks. The process hasn't really been that bad, but has been a little inconvenient having to turn the eggs three times a day.
Wouldn't you know it, one of our hens has gone back to brooding (sitting) on her eggs. It would have been nice if she had decided to do this 20 days ago. Anyway, that means I will be doing without her eggs for a few weeks, but I have two more hens that have started laying regularly.
Plan on getting some tomatoes and pepper plants in this weekend in between yard selling and visiting with my grandchildren. My potaoes are growing profusely and the beets, beans, squash, and lettuce are all showing their little heads and the rain scheduled for tomorrow will not only provided relief from the pollen, but also give these little guys a much needed drink. After the weekend I will put the okra in as the ground will not only be moist but warm enough for the temperamental okra seeds to sprout. I do believe those little okra seeds have a thermometer stuck in them and they refuse to take action until it reaches the ideal temperature - maybe I should put them in the incubator.
My hostas and canna lillies have started poking their beautiful green foliage through the ground and I am anxious to see how well they multiplied in their first year. I will dig them up and separate in the fall, but I usually let them rest in the first year. I do believe I managed to kill my asparagus fern by dividing this spring. Usually, an asparagus fern needs to be divided each spring by removing from the pot and cutting into four equal pie shaped and then replanting in fresh potting soil. I noticed when I divided my two pots, the roots were extremely spongy so I was unsure whether they would make it or not. I should have seen some new growth by now as it has been almost two weeks since I divided and re-potted. I may need to start over with the ferns.
In all my 50 years in dealing with plants, I have never been able to grow Aloe. I know, everyone says it is the easiest thing in the world to grow, but up until this year I could kill it by thinking about it. My dear sister gave me several plants when I requested some droppings from her Chandelier cactus (fern). A story in itself as to how she came about having this unusual, but beautiful plant, but I seemed to have left mine exposed during an early cold snap year before and wanted to start some more. Not only did sis bless me with many baby cactus, but gifted me with many, many Aloe.
I tried something different and am well pleased with the results. I took a couple of fish bowls, poured sand in the bottom to about 2 inches, adding 3-4 inches of potting soil, then watering until the potting soil is damp (not wet) once a week. The aloe has flourished in these bowls and they make a beautiful centerpiece. The fronds lift out of the bowl and spread. I added a few small animals to the bowls which has become a favorite topic of conversation.
Time for me to get a move on it. I am making some pretty halter tops and vests to go in my online shop (http://www.clairescollections.etsy.com/), but that will have to wait until after my yard sale this weekend. Keep your eyes open I may have something just for you listed soon. I hope you have a great day and thanks for stopping in!
Happy reading!
Belle
Wouldn't you know it, one of our hens has gone back to brooding (sitting) on her eggs. It would have been nice if she had decided to do this 20 days ago. Anyway, that means I will be doing without her eggs for a few weeks, but I have two more hens that have started laying regularly.
Plan on getting some tomatoes and pepper plants in this weekend in between yard selling and visiting with my grandchildren. My potaoes are growing profusely and the beets, beans, squash, and lettuce are all showing their little heads and the rain scheduled for tomorrow will not only provided relief from the pollen, but also give these little guys a much needed drink. After the weekend I will put the okra in as the ground will not only be moist but warm enough for the temperamental okra seeds to sprout. I do believe those little okra seeds have a thermometer stuck in them and they refuse to take action until it reaches the ideal temperature - maybe I should put them in the incubator.
My hostas and canna lillies have started poking their beautiful green foliage through the ground and I am anxious to see how well they multiplied in their first year. I will dig them up and separate in the fall, but I usually let them rest in the first year. I do believe I managed to kill my asparagus fern by dividing this spring. Usually, an asparagus fern needs to be divided each spring by removing from the pot and cutting into four equal pie shaped and then replanting in fresh potting soil. I noticed when I divided my two pots, the roots were extremely spongy so I was unsure whether they would make it or not. I should have seen some new growth by now as it has been almost two weeks since I divided and re-potted. I may need to start over with the ferns.
In all my 50 years in dealing with plants, I have never been able to grow Aloe. I know, everyone says it is the easiest thing in the world to grow, but up until this year I could kill it by thinking about it. My dear sister gave me several plants when I requested some droppings from her Chandelier cactus (fern). A story in itself as to how she came about having this unusual, but beautiful plant, but I seemed to have left mine exposed during an early cold snap year before and wanted to start some more. Not only did sis bless me with many baby cactus, but gifted me with many, many Aloe.
I tried something different and am well pleased with the results. I took a couple of fish bowls, poured sand in the bottom to about 2 inches, adding 3-4 inches of potting soil, then watering until the potting soil is damp (not wet) once a week. The aloe has flourished in these bowls and they make a beautiful centerpiece. The fronds lift out of the bowl and spread. I added a few small animals to the bowls which has become a favorite topic of conversation.
Time for me to get a move on it. I am making some pretty halter tops and vests to go in my online shop (http://www.clairescollections.etsy.com/), but that will have to wait until after my yard sale this weekend. Keep your eyes open I may have something just for you listed soon. I hope you have a great day and thanks for stopping in!
Happy reading!
Belle
Friday, January 29, 2010
Another Cold Spell
Doom and Gloom!
Seems there is another cold wet spell headed to the sunny south. With mixed reactions I am stocking the cupboards with the makings of comfort food in mind - plenty of coffe, hot chocolate and lots of soup makings and of course some light sweets to replace the energy that seems to evaporate in the cold air.
The heating and air man is here checking out the system. The electric bill soared this past month and I still froze. However, I know I am not alone. My little bill of just over $400 was mild compared to the $700+ that one lady had to pay. We Southerners are just not equipped to handle the icy weather of our Northern counterparts. Heat pumps are not efficient in prolonged below freezing temperatures. Hope this maintenance visit helps our units to perform more efficiently and I will stay warm as toast with or without my fleece.
Like most of the residents of the sunny south, I enjoy a glimpse of the beautiful white fluffy stuff as long as it doesn't continue for more than 2 days and I can stay inside. The ice is another story. I don't like it and it doesn't like me. Cold and wet there is little beauty in iced over trees struggling to stay upright in their heavy coats. The roads become impassable and dangerous, but still have the ability to entice the foolhardy and adventurous out to see if they can best the elements. I would move north if I wanted to experience mountains of snow and ice. I am thinking of moving to Florida to escape the whole ordeal.
My daughter and her family are in north Georgia on top of a mountain. For the first time in her life I heard her complain that she was cold during the cold snap of the past few weeks. She couldn't get off the mountain for several days and I'm thinking it is time for her to come south.
The coldest month is yet to come. February, the month of snow and ice, is still a few days away but already I am dreading its icy fingers creeping into my bones. Yep, I firmly believe that old is not made for cold. Ya'll keep warm and stay dry.
Until next time . . .
Happy reading!
Belle
Seems there is another cold wet spell headed to the sunny south. With mixed reactions I am stocking the cupboards with the makings of comfort food in mind - plenty of coffe, hot chocolate and lots of soup makings and of course some light sweets to replace the energy that seems to evaporate in the cold air.
The heating and air man is here checking out the system. The electric bill soared this past month and I still froze. However, I know I am not alone. My little bill of just over $400 was mild compared to the $700+ that one lady had to pay. We Southerners are just not equipped to handle the icy weather of our Northern counterparts. Heat pumps are not efficient in prolonged below freezing temperatures. Hope this maintenance visit helps our units to perform more efficiently and I will stay warm as toast with or without my fleece.
Like most of the residents of the sunny south, I enjoy a glimpse of the beautiful white fluffy stuff as long as it doesn't continue for more than 2 days and I can stay inside. The ice is another story. I don't like it and it doesn't like me. Cold and wet there is little beauty in iced over trees struggling to stay upright in their heavy coats. The roads become impassable and dangerous, but still have the ability to entice the foolhardy and adventurous out to see if they can best the elements. I would move north if I wanted to experience mountains of snow and ice. I am thinking of moving to Florida to escape the whole ordeal.
My daughter and her family are in north Georgia on top of a mountain. For the first time in her life I heard her complain that she was cold during the cold snap of the past few weeks. She couldn't get off the mountain for several days and I'm thinking it is time for her to come south.
The coldest month is yet to come. February, the month of snow and ice, is still a few days away but already I am dreading its icy fingers creeping into my bones. Yep, I firmly believe that old is not made for cold. Ya'll keep warm and stay dry.
Until next time . . .
Happy reading!
Belle
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