Here we are. What is referred to as the dog days of summer. Have you ever wondered why it’s called that? The ancient Romans called the hottest, most humid days of summer “diēs caniculārēs” or “dog days.” The name came about because they associated the hottest days of summer with the star Sirius. Sirius was…
I was not going to let my flowers die in this heat if I could help it. So yesterday I went out on the patio and moved those big pots over by the French door so they would get a bit of afternoon shade. I rested every few minutes, fearing I’d hurt my ankle. But…
Yesterday afternoon there was a barbecue that management brought in from Rib Crib. This was the second time I ventured out into a community gathering. The first time was last fall. I guess I’m stretching a bit out of my comfort zone. They hold these gatherings within about 40 feet of my apartment, under a…
Yesterday my daughter and Andrew came over and we went about decorating eggs. She brought some and I made some as well. Decorating Eggs With Andrew: I got out a bunch of craft supplies. Glitter was everywhere. But it was fun and my daughter hid the decorated eggs on my patio a few times for…
Every year I try to vary my patio set up a little bit. This year I added the settee. One year I added a gazebo, but after I had it a year the Oklahoma wind blew it down. The Settee: The settee matches my two chairs that always sit against the wall. I like them…
I’m showing you plants on my patio today. It is looking prettier and more lush by the day. Yesterday it was rather cold and gray. Still, looking out the French window from my chair in the living room was so pleasant. The heater kicked on and off from time to time. But I think next…