We were quite happy to have rain on Thursday. I did a quick outdoor job, removed the out-of-hand burdock, then rested on the back deck. All morning, no rain, despite the forecast. This is a non-mental note to not let it get so big. I waited until the blooms were done, for the insects.
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| August, 2024 – shoulda removed it then. |
I watched the clouds, then, finally, the rain began.
As always, I have to check the eaves for leaves. Yup, overflowing. Non-mental note for the To Do List. The goldfish pond was overflowing.
🚲 Our friend Rick, cycling for 1500 miles, rested in Ottawa on Wednesday, did bike repairs on Thursday. I emailed to see where he was, then checked his Facebook page:
"Tomorrow I will be camping on the St. Lawrence River after a big ride of 115 miles. The rain is stopping and the wind will be at my back. No problem. September is coming and the days are getting both shorter and cooler."
🐸 The goldfish pond is hosting a green frog, now, in addition to the two bullfrogs.
We'll say farewell to the insects, bees and wasps, who will sleep for the winter. Others migrate.
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The goldenrod is busy with bugs!
How much rain did we get? A LOT! Two dumps, about 43 mm (~1.7") for the day. We were so relieved.
