FLOWER

There is a flower here in Nebraska that looks like a hot air balloon before it opens.

Stormy Night

I am visiting family in North Platte. The past few nights we have had thunder and lightening. Last night we got the rain to go with it and some hail. I made a short clip of it last night. You can see the sky light up and hear the rain.

Little Wallets

Here is a fun little item that takes about 30 minutes and two fat quarters, interfacing, and a snap. It has three pockets on the inside. They are good for business cards, $ gift cards, coupons, etc. Bills would fit in the pockets, but change would fall out unless you devise a way to make one of the pockets close.

Memorial Day

Let's see, it is my understanding that Memorial Day is to honor those who died fighting for our freedoms and Veterans Day is reserved for those who are currently protecting our freedoms. Even the President seems to be confused on this one.

Thank you Dad!

Hanging from a Tree

When I came home from shopping I saw the funniest sight out my dinning room window. This little squirrel was busy stealing food from the bird feeder because the other squirrel wouldn't let her near the squirrel feeder. If you look carefully, you can see her head off to the left side. They can be quite voracious eaters.

Gardening

This past week has been Spring Break. I used part of my time to reclaim my patio from the weeds and start a garden. Pulling out the weeds is an ongoing process. The biggest problem has been what to replace them with so they don't come back. I've decided to use cocoa shells. It has a nice chocolate smell and looks good too.



I've planted carrots, radishes, peas, and a tomote in the first bed. There are strawberries and a green pepper in the second bed.

Springtime

Tulips and spring! Isn't this lovely?