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Lucky Miss

This gigantic oak tree fell the other night. There was no wind. It was just time. We will be spending the next few days cutting it up and hauling it off. Fortunately, it did not damage my flowerbed. I still have plenty of shade.

Global Warming Impact: Increased Hurricane Frequency Worries Baton Rouge Family

Once again, the Gulf Coast is bracing for a hurricane. My son and daughter-in-law live in Baton Rouge, so they are bracing for landfall. I know they’ve done all they can do, but I dread it for them. They’ve moved all the patio furniture and bird feeders indoors. One not only has to be mindful of the hurricane winds and flooding but the tornadoes Francine spawns. Should a person not believe in global warming, they should note the increased frequency of hurricanes and storms.

Dog Discipline

What could these two pictures possibly have in common?  Buzzy is adorable, but he does have a little flaw.   He feels compelled to scratch soft fabrics.  My new bathroom rug is quickly balding.  I have to groom it every time he gets in there.  He gives carefull attention to several other rugs, but this one must be substandard.  I do tell him,”No!”  He is pretty forgiving, just gives me a hurt look and walks away.  I’ve thought of flapping him with a hand towel, but that seems a little extreme for a ten-year-old gentleman who’s never endured a flap.  I guess I need to buy a better rug or keep the door closed.