Metal and Wood

There's thunder, wind, tornado warnings in our little corner of paradise today and though they're rare, a small funnel cloud was just confirmed one county away. Of greater concern for us is the threat of large hail, especially since there's no room in the garage for our cars..

Still it's hard to complain, since we need the rain so desperately. 

Since it looks like we'll get a good soaking all week, I moved two large pieces of furniture into the dining room and set up a makeshift workshop. Though I'm not actively playing anymore it feels good to work with my hands, especially in metal and wood. I think my dad would be proud.

Summertime Blues

August came into view on the calendar this week and with it came the old back-to-school blues. The stores in town have already replaced gardening items with notebooks and binders. It always feels too soon for me. Those well-laid plans for the summer? They've been discarded and revised...the only thing that's happened as planned this summer is the garden. Thank heavens...

Wednesday-Saturday

Finally some rain...

it began at dusk last night and continued softly overnight. We need it desperately.

The poppies and rhododendron are well past, 

but the rest of the garden is putting on a fine show.

 It's July 4th, known in our house today as "Wednesday-Saturday". We're exhausted and I'm wondering is it's possible to unravel the week's weariness in a day. I aim to try.

Today I'll be following Pippa's lead...

find a cool place and snuggle in.

Happy Independence Day everyone!