Cool and damp this am. It did clear out nicely last night, but got chilly too. 53F when I went to bed. Today should be clear, but forecast is actually partly cloudy, 20% chance of rain. I’m hoping for clear.
Did the recap of yesterday in late comments. Did a bunch of stuff despite the rain. Caught 2 fish! Saw some birds I’d never seen before. Bright orange Baltimore Oriels, and some pink finches, either Purple, Cassin’s, or House varieties. I couldn’t see the crests to be certain. Pink! Saw the usual blue jays, cardinals, and the other drabber birds that are always around too.
Peaches are still on the tree growing. They are visibly bigger than last week. I hope whatever ate them last year misses them this time. It would be nice to actually get a few.
Today should be cleanup, a few minor tasks, maybe some planting. I’ll try to get together with the tree guy today too, and if it’s dry, I’ll mow the lawn again before I leave.
We’ll be up with guests next weekend, so I have to leave the place “move in ready.” Easier to do without a dog and two kids hanging around.
The best prep I did this week was learning more about fishing and in particular, fishing this lake. Stacking up knowledge and skills. Worth every minute.
nick