The nice part is that the real heat came when we're nearing the end of the month and usually the heat lasts for only a couple of weeks in August.
The good part of this more intense heat was quite visible this morning when I was watering the garden.
I spotted two cucumbers well on their way to be ready for picking.
That was a surprise, but tomatoes ripening in July is a little early too.
I've already picked four tomatoes, and Bill has eaten two.
It's hard to grow those tomatoes and to not eat them, but gut experts say that tomatoes and cucumbers with their seeds and skin are not good for colitis.
I have, on one occasion removed the skin and seeds in each. That's a lot of tedious work, though, so Bill will probably enjoy most of the 'maters and cukes.
The heat does a number on human productivity, at least on this human's. I did pick blueberries out in the hot afternoon sun yesterday but decided that was enough heat and sun exposure.
So, I pretty much took it easy and stayed indoors for the rest of the afternoon.
Hopefully, the predicted dip in temps, beginning Saturday will make a difference.
In other news, our paved road received a layer of chip seal Tuesday and some finish work early yesterday morning.
The crews told me that this addition helps keep the road in good condition for a longer period of time.
It's been almost two years since the county first started on the paving project, and we have had no regrets.
The event below is today, and if you'd like to watch the Vandals practice, free of charge, you can do so at 4 p.m. at Sandpoint High's Les Rogers Gym.
It should be fun.
The other night, I met my good friend and classmate Gary Johnson's daughter Dawn and her hubby at a neighborhood anniversary party.
After visiting with Gary's wife Diane Johnson and meeting her son-in-law Darren Sweeney, I asked if his wife was at the party.
He told me to look for a beautiful lady in a black dress.
I had no trouble tracking her down at another table and found her delightful and a definite good sport for putting up with my teasing and cryptic comments.
During our conversation she told me that she and Darren, a former fire fighter, had moved back to Sandpoint and had started their own handyman business.
Knowing that we would often like to find a handyman, I asked for more information and, of course, don't mind sharing.
From Dawn Sweeney:we
are wanting to head more towards a “caring for your home while you’re
away” type of service but, for now, this is what people want.
It’s our first ever
venture into starting our own business…we’re learning a lot!
The business is called Swinney Services, and his number is 775-342-7761. Darren and Dawn Swinney
I wish Darren and Dawn the best of luck in this endeavor and can guarantee they have strong roots in the area. So, give them a call when you need a handyman.
💙💚💛💜💙💚💛💜
Thursday Throwbacks: Fun photos of events, places and people from the past. Hope you enjoy.
