THE LAZY DAYS OF SUMMER

Summer has been delightful with the unhumid, dry days and the cool nights, perfect for sleeping even if one does have a white fluffy pup snuggled next to them.

The grand kiddies are here spending their days at sailing and pony camp, playing tennis and having swimming classes.

The perennial beds are past their prime, which is probably poor plant selection on my part. The window boxes filled with annuals are doing great!

The flower pockets in the front. though not in their prime in this photo, are an outstanding addition to the array of summer flowers. Filled with yellow daisies, two shades of geraniums, fuchsia and coral, purple salvia (not yet in flower in this photo) and pure yellow marigolds they make a spectacular show. I am amazed at the people who I see stop, look, and make comments.

The HH sale was a much bigger success than I had anticipated. Making four days of extremely laborious work worthwhile. The fact it was held in the Shay House, I think, was a major factor in it's success, because of it's location and the fact merchandise was staged in rooms.

Before I close this post, I need to comment on the Wekinz phenomenon that has grasped hold of elementary school children, particularly girls. It is similar to the Beanie Babies era except this hold a secret code to a Webinz web site where the little stuffed animals are formally adopted and then cared for by their "parent". It will be interesting to see how long this craze lasts.

Good night Grace, Good night Frances.........