Yesterday, was hot!  It was also time to mow the lawn.  This summer cold is still sapping energy, but time, tide and long grass wait for no man.  With an assist from my faithful helper, John, I went out to do the job.

Did I mention the day was hot?  Being outside was therapy.  The heat helped my aching muscles and it helped cook those nasty cold bugs.  Okay!  It was a good day.

I love spending time outside.  Perhaps I should say investing instead of spending time outside.  Unlike politicians whose “investments” appear to be pouring currency down the sink, time invested outside has a very positive return.

The dandelion blossoms are mostly gone.  I counted only two in the approximately 5 acres that I mow.  There were two others that were white balls in the seed stage.  They were so dominant just a short while ago.  Now, they have fled.  Makes one think, doesn’t it?

Clover is now in blossom.  So is indian paintbrush and the small yellow flowers that can be found in the same area.  A couple varieties of iris now adorn the flower beds.

After the mowing was complete, I retreated to the comfort of my recliner.  Midnight hopped up to greet me, but soon found his way back to the cooler air at carpet level.  What a smart cat he is.