May 8, 2014

• halcyon days

  I was to accompany Mary to the car wash this morning. The Durango hadn't been washed and cleaned for maybe two years! We breakfasted at McDonald's. Two Sausage McMuffins with Egg for $3.33 special.

  I heard the call of nature. Mary took me home and decided she'd get by alright without my company. Knew I wasn't eager for this outing.

  The last of Mary's soup for lunch.

  I spent a great deal of time outside this day. The weather continued perfect and it was entertaining to watch Bill bale his hay in Mother's field.

  

  Bill takes a break to chat with the photographer.

  

  A throw away shot I couldn't bear to throw away.

  Mary came out eventually. Moved limbs up front and mowed on the riding mower.

  

  Past its prime, but not its glory: Cutleaf Toothwort (Cardamine concatenata) with Sony Watercolor effect.

  Mary's labors ended when she wasn't able to raise the blades. Luckily, Bill was visiting me down at the outpost. He went up to look at the machine. Was about to throw in the towel, when brother George drove up to see what was going on. Mary had some real brains working on her problem now.

  
  One small worn roller was the cause of these efforts. George also discovered Mary's battery was worn out too. In short, the mower could be put back into operation tomorrow.

  After the guardian angels left, I took advantage of the perfect light to snap a few final pictures.

  

  Already in abundance.

  

  Sony Watercolor effect.

  Give this day an 8.5.

  70.2 °F, clear.

  • 9:12 pm
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