It seems when it comes to cleaning house I say this a lot! Yesterday I had all the good intentions in the world to clean my house after taking Jay to Dr. Ross’ Office. ( A trip that resulted in another injection into his left eye.)
But while I was out I picked up supplies at Davison Office Supplies, some good stuff to eat at Davison Bacon and Sausage, and I made two jam deliveries. The first was to Whitey’s Restaurant to thank a very kind waitress named Vera for calling to tell me that she hadn’t found my necklace. This is something that seldom happens in life today and I wanted to acknowledge the act with some Dutch Apple Pie Jam.
The second stop was at the house where I buy any additional rhubarb I need for canning my jams and chutneys. My three plants, as yet, haven’t produced all that I need. I had never met the woman who answered the door because I have dealt mostly with her family. I told her I thought it was time to give her some Apple Rhubarb Chutney so she could taste one of the things I made with her rhubarb. She thank me saying, “I’ll see you in the Spring.”
By the time I got home and had a bit of lunch I decided I wasn’t going to clean house then. I read a little, fed my birds, and headed to the bed for a siesta. Roughly two hours later I rolled out of bed, put on the coffee, made SOS (sh** on a shingle or creamed chipped beef) and biscuits. A side of Sugar Snap Peas and some left over Pork and Beans filled out the menu. Not exactly balanced but it was good.
After supper was consumed, the dishes in the dishwasher, and Brandy fed I turned my attention to this.
Back to # 4!
No it is not done yet but closer than it was. I must confess it was a heck of a lot more fun than sweeping and mopping!
When Brandy and I walked out this morning the big thermometer on the porch read 42 degrees but it is up to 49 right now with sunshine peeking into the windows and the promise of another lovely day.
I don’t know if I will play or work today but rest assured I will have a great day doing it! You do the same!
An Update:
It’s 64 degrees now and I have been busy –outside not in!
Christmas Lights still up
Five long strings on four sides of the dome.
On the eaves over doors and windows
With the roof coming down within four feet of the ground it isn’t all reach and strain.
All down and ready to pack!
Yes I got them down. The arms are tired and I have a little headache brewing but it is done. I wish I could put them up as well.
They are peeking out!
I mentioned raking out the flower beds. Well they aren’t waiting for me to get out there.
Two of my first four Spring blooms!
Even if it snows tomorrow I know that Spring is on the way! YESSSS!
Busy, busy lady! So what if all the chores are not done, on a glorious day! Enjoy yourself!
I firmly believe that that cleaning is for when there is nothing more productive to do. (And taking a nap is more productive.)
I love the yellow flowers. Are they daffodils? it seems early for them to pop out, but They sure make one’s spirit rise with them!!!
I see you didn’t get the inside work done, but sure made big leaps and bounds on the outside work.
Ok, this makes 2 people asking – I’m guessing some form of crocus? (Usually they are more cup-shaped, but. . .) Yep, can’t keep a good gal down (or inside on a nice day!). It WAS truly gorgeous outside yesterday – I don’t blame ya a bit!
Hugs;
Pammie
Pam & Kathleen, The only thing I can find that is close to that flower is a Missouri Primrose but that isn’t native to Michigan. Any one out there know?
Sue, I second that idea!!!!!
Paula , I did indeed enjoy the outside yesterday.
I am certain that the thoughtful waitress is going to love the jar of jam and i bet she tells everyone about your thoughtfulness. Wish someone had found the necklace.
Yes, spring is just around the corner when the first flowers stick there heads out of the cold damp ground.