OK, I’m still obsessing over the garden. I admit it. The problem is that it’s really hot and sunny outside. I hate getting all hot and sweaty and, more importantly, I sunburn very easily. My skin is freakishly pale. Even after slathering my skin with SPF 50 sunscreen, I’m likely to break out in a [...]
Entries from May 2007
22 May, 2007
Back in business
Sorry for the delay. I’ve been out doing yard work and planting my garden.
I’m sure the link to this week’s column will work; I’m not so sure about last week’s. Sorry about that.
OK, we need a theme. Hmm… I’ve been ripping overgrown bushes out from the front of the house, employing some of my favorite [...]
7 May, 2007
Animal week, the finale
OK, between animal week and a few random categories over the last few months, we’ve addressed most of the animal world. That leaves… everything else, of course.
I confess right now I think I’ve got an ace in the hole on this one, but you’ve all surprised me many time in the past. Have at it.
The [...]
3 May, 2007
Animal week, part 5
After a long evening of pulling weeds from the garden, my daughter had retreated into the house. Getting ready to follow her, I walked over to the garage to put away my shovels. The dog, as usual, followed at my heels. (Boy, I wish she would do that when she’s on a leash.)
Suddenly, I heard [...]
2 May, 2007
Animal Week, part 4
I spent three hours one day this week trying to track down an informational graphic on rats. Even with my limited skills, I could have MADE a graphic in less time.
So let’s stay creepy-crawly: SONGS FOR RODENTS.
2 May, 2007
Animal week, Part 3
Sorry for no post yesterday: We have a strict policy of unplugging our computer during bad weather. It’s hard to write a post without a computer, oddly enough.
More animals: SONGS FOR REPTILES.