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Had a nightmare in which I was pulling dead foliage off a tree in front of the house and as it fell down on me, I realized there were also several large snakes in the tree…snakes that fell to the ground and sat there, staring at me. Now, before you amateur Freuds make your dick jokes, I looked up “snakes” in my dream dictionary this morning and they relate to fear and healing…both of which I can relate to my waking life these days. Here’s the weird thing: I went out early this morning to water the lovely ABELIA plant S. bought me and when I went to turn on the hose…there was a snake curled up right next to it. I jumped back and it slithered under the house. Oh joyous day. This makes three snake sightings in or near our yard in about two months and that’s enough for me. Stay away from me, snakes!
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Spent part of this morning readying the charges’ house for their return tomorrow. I spoke with their mom this morning and it sounds like everyone is ready to get back into a normal routine – especially the kids. All of this has brought back memories of my dad’s death — I have so much sympathy for the tasks that lie ahead for her and her family as far as going through her mom’s stuff, etc. There’s a lot to be done after someone dies and in some ways, it just makes for a protracted grieving process and I know how hard that can be.
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I put a bid in on a Gooroo job earlier this week solely because the project sounded really bizarre – is that wrong? I hope not, because I think I bid low enough that I might end up actually doing it. I will post details when I can.
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Any sinners out there wishing for a preview of your future in Hell? Then come to Austin and enjoy our third week of over-100 temperatures. While my tolerance for heat is generally better than my tolerance for cold, this shit is getting old.
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Also, where the hell is everyone? One comment yesterday? You know, even chimps have feelings. Feelings that can be easily hurt and lead to poo-flinging. Just sayin’.
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That’s all I have for you today, interwebs. Tally ho.
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June 23, 2009 at 12:35 pm
freshhell
Right back atcha. You comment on mine, I’ll comment on yours. Oops, too late! Your turn.
June 23, 2009 at 12:37 pm
The Lass
For your information, Miss Saucy, I think we just simultaneously commented. I feel so dirty.
June 23, 2009 at 12:48 pm
harri3tspy
Reading but not commenting. Sorry, but the heat has fried my brain, leaving me with little left for anything useful. I’m sure you understand.
June 23, 2009 at 4:01 pm
freshhell
No, we don’t. We are needy and must have written affirmation of our existence. I thought you had an ice locker down in the basement? If you need a sweater in June, it’s too cold.
June 23, 2009 at 5:44 pm
Capricorn Cringe
Please. No poo-flinging.
June 23, 2009 at 6:07 pm
smedindy
I hear ya! I’m putting my heart soul and snark into tuneage and for what? Well, ok, for me…but still….
June 24, 2009 at 10:36 am
justJan
Hate to say it but it’s the birdfeeder. Attracts the field critters. What eats the wee field critters and the baby birdies on the ground and in the trees? (aka Atticus!) I mean besiiiides Stevie the Mousinater. It’s a delicate balance indeed. Instead, try this recommended method for enjoying garden activities in the out-of-doors: Full body armor, stilts and a pink garden hose so as not to mistake the sneaky snakes for it.
June 24, 2009 at 1:20 pm
The Lass
It’s not the birdfeeder, it’s the leaky hose (really) – they’re desperate for water. I will, however, consider the stilts.