Should start cool, chilly even, but get warmer and very nice. Started yesterday in Houston where it was a bit warm by afternoon, but it was nice and a little cooler at the BOL. The day ended around 70F and there was a little chill off the water, but a fire took care of that.
It took me a while, but I did get the truck loaded, and made the drive to the BOL. Lots of cops on the road north, with extra DWI enforcement all weekend. I’d be curious to see some real numbers about DWI and if all the draconian enforcement has made any real difference. I’m betting not much.
Today I need to get the truck unloaded. Then I can trim the yard and blow the cuttings. I’ll need to plant the trees and do some deer discouragement around them. Don’t know if it will work. The peach tree has a lot of fruit on it. One consequence of cutting down the big trees is more light for the peach. Now if I can figure out how to keep the critters from eating all the fruit, I might get a peach or two this year.
My buddy looks good. He’s getting some energy and strength back after the radiation and chemo. Unfortunately his wife was just diagnosed with breast cancer. They will do a PET scan soon and determine a treatment plan. It looks like it’s localized but the PET scan will be definitive. They have to drive an hour each way for treatment and that has been the hardest part so far. Living in the country does have downsides, and lack of easy access to medical care is one. It’s something to consider if you are planning for a retirement place or BOL.
This trip counts as “always be working to improve your situation.” Not much stacking this month. Still, it’s Spring, and the weather is nice. If nothing else, we’re stacking memories of the good old days.
Do some for yourself…
nick