As the Paint Dries

The chill and wet weather up to last weekend suddenly turned like clockwork and it became arid and warm. Yep, it’s time to start sprinkling the lawn twice a week to keep the weeds green. Our front area is a 50/50 mix of different grasses and assorted weeds, but as long as the leafy pigment provides curb appeal then I’m good.

This week I’m at my house in Tahoe after a long hiatus away. The blue-sky vista against the snow-capped mountains is stunning. The evening sunsets are soft illumination upon the shimmering lake water. This is the time of year to enjoy clear clean views before summer’s wildfire smoke blemishes the scenery.

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