Monthly Archives: July 2022

Beate and Tim cleared the worst part of the steep defensible space, which was a huge relief. It frees Andy for other things now. Here’s a picture of him showing Kaitlin his electronics “lab.” And here’s a picture of them … Continue reading →

Driving down in the dark Thursday evening we saw a potful of elk, on both sides of the road and sometimes crossing. Last night we saw a several more: They love the abundant grass. Yesterday when we were having lunch … Continue reading →

We had a rainstorm yesterday afternoon. It wasn’t long but it came down fast. Here‘s a video taken through our east door. Here are pictures of Andy checking the rain gauge and running back to get out of the rain. … Continue reading →

Usually I send text messages to Andy from my computer, but yesterday afternoon I sent him this one from my phone: Rain thunder and power out The power wasn’t out very long, it was back by the time he got … Continue reading →

The parotid gland infections I had in the past were before Google. This time I checked to see what the current suggestions are. Apparently they usually resolve themselves in a couple of weeks, just be patient unless they get a … Continue reading →

The pharmacy at Smiths is swamped right now. They are having trouble staffing and are doing the best they can, but there are shortened hours, no drive in service, and long lines. I don’t take prescription medicines so it hadn’t … Continue reading →

tammy has had a stroke and is having trouble reading and typing. Please send prayers, love, and Snoopy hugs. I hope things are better soon, tammy. July 25, 2022

Andy has been working on clearing the defensible space around the buildings. He’s done a lot but still has more to do. July 24, 2022

Sometimes things sound like a good idea when we invest in them but they don’t work out. Thank goodness for freecycle so we can experiment and not feel guilty. One thing I tried that did click was my NordicTrack treadmill. … Continue reading →

July 22, 2022