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Iris’ Living Wild
Yesterday we, and by we I mean MtnMan, happened upon a cluster of Iris’ growing wild when he was mowing the front field. The wild growing iris’ are also known as the Rocky Mountain Iris and is listed as a noxious weed, but according to the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower center, they are cultivated and sold in stores in wildflower packs, and bulb sets. They can be invasive if not divided and maintained through the seasons, especially in damp climates, but also thrive in the dry climates, especially around groves and creeks. After much consideration, and some research, I (and by that I mean MtnMan) will be digging them up…
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A Penny . . .
. . . for your thoughts . . .
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Hello June!
Wow! We are halfway through 2018 and it has been an amazing roller coaster of a year so far. From moving, several times, to experiencing my first winter in the high desert, to back and forth trips to Texas, it has been chaotic at times, but also refreshing. My first winter was mild, and perfect for me. It snowed, but did not get below zero except for a few hours here and there, and not for days on end. The snowfall was not at all what is needed for this area, but the spring has been unusually wet with decent rain storms. I love rain and that is something that…
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Book Shelf
Goodness, you guys have really have restocked my bookshelves. I have enough books to keep me reading for a few months, thank you! Nick, I just received another book from you, and I just now realized I never “officially” thanked you for the first one! I look forward to reading them both, but the one I just picked up will be my next read. It is one that Dwwindsor suggested regarding WWII and a downed civilian airplane. I am currently reading a book on loan that was written by a survivor of Bastogne, and will probably be finished with that this weekend.
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I Want…
… an elephant! I mean, seriously, if you know me at all, you know this is not a joke. I really did miss my calling. I should have been a PROFESSIONAL elephant hugger!
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Thank You, Thank You!
You guys and gals have always been a generous and very thoughtful bunch. Whether you check on me through the weeks, stop by my cam room to say hi, or send surprises through the mail to my PO Box, I appreciate each one of you. This is an over due thank you, and I figure it is better late than not at all, so here it goes. Stephen, you sent a candle for my birthday, for no reason than just because you wanted to let me know you were thinking about me. Thank you! It is a subtle scent and it fills the home beautifully. And, incidentally, I wear your…
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Reach For the Stars . . .
The last two years has taught me that it is never too late to achieve your dreams and to make a change. I used to hate change. It was not that it scared me, it just did not seem necessary. But, change is important. Change is good.
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Memorial Day
What today means to me: Memorial Day isn’t the day that starts summer, nor is it the day that gives me an excuse to head to the lake to drink like a fool. Memorial Day is the one day that we, as a country, actually stop to think about our freedom. It’s the one day that, as a whole, we appreciate those who gave their lives and sacrificed their futures so that we could have one. Many never made it home while others did, but let us not forget what they ultimately gave. Their lives. I’m thankful for all soldiers, nurses, families and lives from past and present wars and…
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May Gone.
It is hard to believe that the first half of the year is almost over and summer is quickly approaching. It seems like I was just enjoying the holiday’s, for the first time in many years, and then January, February, March and April happened. Now May is gone. That sounds ominous, but it is true; where does the time go? I think that we are constantly busy with responsibilities and obligations that it is hard to truly sit down and cherish every day we have. I find myself thinking that I need to do this next, and once that is finished then I will slow down, but here I am…
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Birthday Calendar
Last year with all of the changes I made, I had to replace my phone and for some reason my calendar did not switch over. I am sure it was a setting that I messed up when I was trying to keep the iCloud from ruling every aspect of my life. lol. At any rate, I am afraid that I have missed a few important days already and would like to correct that and start anew, with a hand written calendar, which if I am being honest suits me a lot better! Had I not tried to conform with this new tech minded era I would still have my damn…