Just in case some of you thought I fell off the edge of the Earth, was abducted by aliens, or hit by debris falling from space, I thought I would post a few random, intemperate thoughts.
Grandchildren are a blessing and a curse. Our oldest grandson will turn 15 tomorrow, and the youngest, who will be 3 in September visits regularly and keeps us honest. She also keeps us picking up puzzle pieces, stuffed animals, dolls, blocks, and occasional bits of food that the dog missed. I wouldn't trade any of them for the world, but sometimes, the noise when they're all here is a bit much. I know I'm glad they're grandchildren, and have to go back to their parents occasionally. I'm way too seasoned to have any young ones of my own.
Plants grow entirely too fast in this part of the world. It's a constant struggle to keep the ornamental stuff separate from the weeds (invariably with thorns, or poisonous). The azaleas were beautiful this year, but are threatening to take over the front yard.
I don't do nearly enough fishing. I guess my fear of being stung while out in my boat alone has kept it sitting next to the house. An encounter with a wasp could put me in the ground (my blood pressure drops to nothing when I'm stung), so I don't go unless I've got company. I miss it.
I think I committed some sort of multi-religious voodoo misdeed the last time I grilled pork chops. I hope seasoning them with Kosher salt didn't do any bad things to a Rabbi somewhere.
Spring in this part of the world is entirely too short, and the summers are entirely too hot and muggy. I'll bet the South was a much more fragrant place before air conditioning.
Another milestone will be passed on Monday. Marilyn and I will celebrate our 41st Anniversary. The woman has the patience of a saint, and I still love her as much as the day we were married.
One thing that has been working around here is our camera. I'll try to post some pictures later today.
Enough of this mind-dump stuff. I think I'll go build something.
Stay well.
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