“The yard”  is high on my priority list. I’m obsessive-compulsive and want satisfaction “yesterday.” This morning, I pushed myself to get planters moved and soil transferred from one planter to another. “Shoulda” waited for a strong healthy young man but helpers are scarce.

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Below: Compare the scene over the past several months.

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Gratefully, a friend stopped by and we sat in the comfort of the patio for TWO HOURS. I thought he would never leave!! I say “gratefully”  because I would have continued to work in the heat. Now (3:30 PM) it is seriously too hot to be outdoors (92 degrees in the shade).