Picked this bloom off the Ambassador Tea Rose. It must be 5 inches across. Very lush and fragrant. 2 more buds in sight.
Yesterday I rearranged the west side of the bedroom. Repositioned the bed away from the window wall to make way for some shelves under the window and balance the room. It's looking damn good in here.
Decided on shelving for the laundry room that will make the most of the additional storage space available in there. I will extend the shelves above the washer/dryer to wrap around the room (at eye level). Depending upon how that works it might just solve the problem of storage for the kitchen appliances in a way that doesn't break the bank.
So here it is, the last week of June, my 2nd month back in California. Would you look at this forecast. Today has started out cool and overcast, a complete contrast to the cool and sunny mornings of last week. I can remember a 4th of July in Arizona where the temperature ranged from 102-104. I can also remember a 4th of July in Vancouver when it was in the 90s. I guess I did not need that air conditioner I moved with me.
Peggy and I have entered into a competition today. We are going to set some production standards and act as if our job depends upon achieving them. Accountability at 2 p.m.
A drive to Lagoon Creek for harvesting some driftwood and walking the dogs on a beautiful beach. Now my decision making is slowed by the comfort lunch I just ate. Those Curried Beans are fantastic and taste even better than they did yesterday.
Drove to Crescent City and found their WalMart. Confirmed they carry the Chlortabs and bought some. Took pics of the Lighthouse, Fishing Gear at the Marina, Beach flowers at Lagoon Creek. Stopped and watched the baby elk for awhile. Dogs seemed to enjoy the outing and so did I.
This is summer along the North Coast of California. Fortunately I am used to the cool weather and as long as the sun makes an appearance for a minute or two each day I can be satisfied.
Day is starting out overcast and seemingly cool but the forecast is probably correct. Anxious to see that sun come out. No particular plans for the day but I'll probably spend an hour or so pulling weeds and tidying up* the front and back yards.
*Code for picking up the dog poop
Cloud layer moved in from the Northwest and cooled things down for a few days. We'll still get into the 60s but without that bright sun that's so cheerful.
Medical procedures today and a trip to Safeway for Dogfood. The dogs each had a handful of steamed green beans with the last of their kibble. Keeps them from snacking on the foliage in the yard.
Today I plan to build some sparrow nesting places with my 2 empty coffee cans. Pictures to follow.
Woke up to a TV that stayed on all night long. Bad Girl!!! The programmin I watched last night might have made that worthwhile. Need to locate the remote or replace it. Beautiful Sunny morning with a clear sky. Such a positive start to the day.
Shopped last night for the staples and basics I need to make sure my nutrition is sound and adequate. I'm assembling a binder to share with the Dietician on July 3rd.
Looking for a suitable social outlet for myself. Artist's Guild? Photography Class or club? Catholic Church Affiliation? Knitting group? Nutrition class? Plenty of options available.
Could not believe the Sun this morning. Temp is still in the 60s but the sky is clear of clouds and the Sun has made its Royal appearance.
No decisions yet on how I will spend this day. Could drive to Trinidad for the Fish Festival but it will be crowded and parking could be a problem plus the dogs will have to go as well. May well be worth it for the photo ops though.
No complaints about my life here. Busy settling in to a routine.
