Archive for April, 2003
Cleaning Out The Chicken Coop
Today was a fine spring day. The air was warm, the sky was blue, and the grass was green. It was one of those days when the colors of the world seem sharp and extra clear.
I walked around outside in a short-sleeved shirt. Only a week ago snow was falling. An odd juxtaposition? Such is […]
A Hard Day
While pruning the apple trees this spring I noticed extensive bark damage on two trees, similar to damage I saw on the third apple tree last year. Since the problem was mostly located on a single tree last year, I simply removed the affected bark and took a wait-and-see attitude. That was probably not a […]
Grass and Hay
I’ve noticed that the grass around the house has turned a vibrant green. The grass looks very nice, but when I look at it I am reminded that very soon I will need to start mowing the lawn.
I hope the lawnmower starts. It has led a very abused life and in recent years has grown […]
Working With Tony
I hope someday to earn my living from my writing. At present, this isn’t a reality, so I must earn whatever little spending money I need by working odd jobs. Some jobs are not bad, others are not so good. In either case, the work reminds me that such jobs are not what I want […]
Tending The Apple Trees
On Friday the apple tree I bought from St. Lawrence Nurseries arrived. It came while I was out, and I didn’t get back until late in the day, exhausted from working. The tree was supposed to be planted as soon as possible, and since it wasn’t a cheap plant, I didn’t feel at leisure to […]
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