When I have nothing to say, I probably should say nothing. Which is the way I feel this morning. Maybe the actual truth is I have too much to say and saying it would be disorganized, jumbled, and not hold together at all.
The dog walker just went up the hill, walking a dog who always makes me think of one I had years ago at Manos Meadows. Only Midge had longer legs. And, she was not as docile as this dog.
Not a breeze stirs the trees this morning. Are they waiting for the thirty percent chance for rain? I hope that small percentage becomes a reality.
I’m distracted by the drama going on in Thailand. I can only imagine the courage, the fear, the hope surrounding the operation of removing twelve young boys and their coach from a cave deep underground, surrounded by water and narrow passages–having to swim and use oxygen tanks to get out. I hope and pray that every last one of them and their heroic rescuers make it to safety.
Mosquitoes are terrible this summer as they are every summer. I’ve invested in some sticks that go into flower pots and are saturated in a natural oil that is supposed to repel mosquitoes. So far, they aren’t working. The mosquitoes ignore them and lie in hiding until I go out then they attack. The city sprays for them which effectively removes bees and butterflies but the mosquitoes thrive on it. Investing in dragonflies whose preferred delicacy is mosquitoes would make a great deal more sense. But, I guess it’s never been done before, right?
Nemo trots into the room and goes to exam his arch enemy, the back-up box by the computer. Satisfied that it hasn’t moved from its spot, he turns his back to it and lies down, guarding me from the imminent attack of techno enemies.
And, there you have it–my jumbled thoughts with only one cup of Folgers. It’s time for a second cup and maybe a third. I hope your day goes smoothly–no mosquitoes, plenty of rain, with high hopes and fervent prayers to light your way. And, of course, if you should encounter a mystery or two, may they all be cozy ones.
Manos Mysteries
I had a friend who sprayed with garlic and swore it kept the mosquitoes stayed away. He just sprayed the area he was in and no mosquitoes or so he said. I have heard Listerine works too
Thanks, Deb . I’ll look into it.
Can you get garlic spray? To me it would smell better than Off, but I guess there are some who wouldn’t care for it.
I’ll check at the health food store. I sure hope it helps.