tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post1363459412004878215..comments2023-10-11T04:09:53.564-07:00Comments on materfamilias writes: Five Things for a Dry, Hot Friday!materfamiliashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16062766947897513369noreply@blogger.comBlogger25125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post-22625568917643661072015-06-28T10:34:36.196-07:002015-06-28T10:34:36.196-07:00I knew it was you, can recognize your "voice&...I knew it was you, can recognize your "voice" now! We would welcome those two days of heavy rain now, but I imagine they got in the way of your mini break. So sorry.<br />And yes, what a wonderful treat reading is. I can't imagine my life without it!materfamiliashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16062766947897513369noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post-45725801218584045702015-06-28T10:33:05.672-07:002015-06-28T10:33:05.672-07:00OH, you'd fit in well in island conversation. ...OH, you'd fit in well in island conversation. So often, at parties, chat here turns to consideration of septic tank pumps and grey water systems. . . <br />Yeah, that whole thing about hanging laundry is ridiculously leftover from a different understanding of class and property values. Serious re-education is needed quickly, imho! materfamiliashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16062766947897513369noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post-66293405480573746092015-06-28T10:29:42.087-07:002015-06-28T10:29:42.087-07:00It is strange, and worrisome, to have these condit...It is strange, and worrisome, to have these conditions so early in the summer. Of course, there is quite a bit of BC that's always very dry in the summer -- even an actual desert, which might surprise those East of the Rockies to know. And we generally get 6 or more dry weeks late summer. But this year, it's not only begun way earlier than normal (no appreciable rain since the beginning of May), but the mountains have been pretty much bereft of snow all year. On tenterhooks here when I see someone with a cigarette -- so many trees all around us. . . materfamiliashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16062766947897513369noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post-66835810811833126132015-06-28T10:27:05.734-07:002015-06-28T10:27:05.734-07:00That's some serious conservation! I'm thin...That's some serious conservation! I'm thinking this might be the summer that pushes us to get a cistern or a few rain barrels in a few strategic spots in the yard. Especially if I'm hoping to grow more vegetables in retirement.<br />That's a lovely deadline to be pressured by, really, isn't it? And better to get your knitting in now than in the heatwave!materfamiliashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16062766947897513369noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post-45350755867428286092015-06-28T10:23:59.388-07:002015-06-28T10:23:59.388-07:00Yes, it's too hot for me, honestly, although i...Yes, it's too hot for me, honestly, although if we ever get back to normal, we'll likely be complaining soon about rain and cool . . . So I'll take your advice and relax with my book and try my best to enjoy this weather. materfamiliashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16062766947897513369noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post-64211211013839830462015-06-28T10:22:57.455-07:002015-06-28T10:22:57.455-07:00Thanks! The combo was a bit of a stretch, but I th...Thanks! The combo was a bit of a stretch, but I think it works in the end.materfamiliashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16062766947897513369noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post-22269734956076163372015-06-28T10:22:24.925-07:002015-06-28T10:22:24.925-07:00You too! It's too hot for us, although I suppo...You too! It's too hot for us, although I suppose you can draw on your South American experience with heat. . .materfamiliashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16062766947897513369noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post-39147091373414204942015-06-28T10:21:38.346-07:002015-06-28T10:21:38.346-07:00I'd happily trot along to the Farmer's Mar...I'd happily trot along to the Farmer's Market in the rain with you. Ours was on Friday, and they've switched to afternoons, weirdly imho, to accommodate what they see as most consumers' schedules. But there's no way I'm budging from the ocean breeze in the afternoon, 30 degrres being far too warm for me. Hope you got and enjoyed your rain. . .materfamiliashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16062766947897513369noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post-16882509624336417992015-06-28T10:19:44.666-07:002015-06-28T10:19:44.666-07:00I love that attitude, and I've always tried to...I love that attitude, and I've always tried to adopt it, but can't seem to get rid of the twinges of guilt and defensiveness. I guess I just need more practice!! ;-)materfamiliashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16062766947897513369noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post-43280532981262595872015-06-28T10:18:42.262-07:002015-06-28T10:18:42.262-07:00Oh, that does sound like a perfect Friday evening....Oh, that does sound like a perfect Friday evening. . . I can almost hear that blackbird.. .materfamiliashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16062766947897513369noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post-90536697985709227592015-06-28T10:18:04.443-07:002015-06-28T10:18:04.443-07:00I'm surprised you wouldn't have been on 2x...I'm surprised you wouldn't have been on 2xweekly earlier, honestly. Maybe we're more conservative because we're less used to drought . . .it usually doesn't hit until mid-July or August, and we can usually water every other day through the summer...I'll be curious to see what you choose when you replant.materfamiliashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16062766947897513369noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post-57296727012458324452015-06-27T22:46:37.052-07:002015-06-27T22:46:37.052-07:00Sorry,forgot to sign
DottoressaSorry,forgot to sign<br />DottoressaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post-53462793858211600962015-06-27T22:44:39.474-07:002015-06-27T22:44:39.474-07:00The blanket is so nice combinaton of colors! And I...The blanket is so nice combinaton of colors! And I like the plate and a table cloth match together!<br />Never tried watermelon in a salty salad combination.<br />So sorry about drought<br />We usually have high temperature and fire alert at the coast starting june,but this year I had two days of heavy rain during my mini break<br />I agree with Georgia,reading is "doin something", and what a great pleasure!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post-60089518131638438032015-06-27T17:23:39.263-07:002015-06-27T17:23:39.263-07:00I was just talking to O about grey water last nigh...I was just talking to O about grey water last night. Yes, it's an exciting life I lead! Okay, a bit off topic but about conservation - our building doesn't allow hanging laundry outside. ?! It seems a bit of a daft bylaw but a common one throughout the city. And here we are going gaga for bike lanes. It's hot, hot, hot.<br />I adore the blanket you made. I'm glad you're feeling the satisfaction of getting through your list.Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post-24100482610595439002015-06-27T15:41:09.793-07:002015-06-27T15:41:09.793-07:00Oh, that salad is gorgeous! I want some. And I can...Oh, that salad is gorgeous! I want some. And I can't remember what drought is like (not that I'm asking for it). Must be very strange for you in BC!K.Linehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15350615302797686048noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post-59898728852571797802015-06-27T13:05:00.950-07:002015-06-27T13:05:00.950-07:00We have had a cool summer so far but there is mini...We have had a cool summer so far but there is mini heatwave forecast for next week. We do a lot of water conservation here because all our water has to be pumped up the valley. Current count is eight water butts taking water from the roofs of outbuildings and greenhouses and one two and a half thousand litre tank taking water off the house. Then there are two one thousand litre tanks by the workshop and two one thousand litre tanks by the barn. It does mean that we don't have to do a lot of carrying when we do need to water! I do love your blanket. I must get back to the jacket for daughter's baby due in August. Somehow I put it down and now I realise that time is rushing on!Elizabeth Musgravehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09473705107636868753noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post-26378466226748694502015-06-27T07:24:37.053-07:002015-06-27T07:24:37.053-07:00It is hot!
The water from our salad spinner water...It is hot! <br />The water from our salad spinner watered the geraniums last night. I am planning to use more grey water too...as we have to be mindful of our water consumption. <br />Looking forward to your Paris post but it's the weekend and hot perfect for relaxing in your chair and reading a few chapters of your book. hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post-44315109900008283482015-06-27T05:51:21.488-07:002015-06-27T05:51:21.488-07:00A delightful blanket for Fergus, but really, for a...A delightful blanket for Fergus, but really, for anyone who appreciates unusual and striking colour combinations.Duchessehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09986153653120526776noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post-42999703523637288792015-06-26T20:26:59.129-07:002015-06-26T20:26:59.129-07:00Reading in the shade seems like a wonderful activi...Reading in the shade seems like a wonderful activity on this hot day. I've noted the Vargas book and will be looking for one in the library. <br />Everything is looking so dry - we save our water consumption for the vegetable garden, too. Stay as cool as possible, Mater. Lorriehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03653026442945027184noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post-91499598257042531782015-06-26T17:53:02.822-07:002015-06-26T17:53:02.822-07:00The blanket is beautiful. It was a cold wet winte...The blanket is beautiful. It was a cold wet winter but it grew too hot too fast with little rain and most everything looks a bit parched. We are supposed to have rain this weekend though, the farmer's market in the rain sounds nice about now. Mardelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04850551308931710502noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post-11404934801367927462015-06-26T16:45:31.962-07:002015-06-26T16:45:31.962-07:00When I was about ten years old (the Anne and Littl...When I was about ten years old (the Anne and Little Women time for me), I decided reading qualified as 'doing something'. I have never wavered from that stance and it has served me well for more than 45 years!<br /><br />Hope you enjoyed your lazy day, Mater!Georgiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10305981957174091874noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post-19100729035986249112015-06-26T13:43:34.436-07:002015-06-26T13:43:34.436-07:00That blanket is wonderful. Here in northern Engla...That blanket is wonderful. Here in northern England we are having a cool and damp summer but with 30 degrees headed our way. At present, a beautiful summer evening. Watching Glastonbury festival on TV and listening to a lone blackbird getting ready for bed outside in the trees. Pretty much the perfect Friday evening.anniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09784336429060492455noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post-29970997365144281582015-06-26T13:08:01.263-07:002015-06-26T13:08:01.263-07:00The blanket is lovely. We installed (supposedly) w...The blanket is lovely. We installed (supposedly) water-saving irrigation a few years ago, and are down to watering twice per week now. With the exception of my roses, everything's looking pretty parched and sad. I'm looking for some professional help to replant our front yard again with drought-resistant natives, but in the meantime am letting it go. Looking forward to your Paris post!Susan Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16005855250089328310noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post-88063310643073377242015-06-26T11:14:46.380-07:002015-06-26T11:14:46.380-07:00Ha! I'd sign up for that class but with little...Ha! I'd sign up for that class but with little hope of passing. I have an entire Catholic upbringing to counter plus the eldest-sibling-of-twelve's conviction (acquired before I was 6, I'm quite sure) that there is always something to do, someone to help, and that I am, despite many rational indications to the contrary. Lazy. Lazy. Lazy. Today, though, I'm going to Wallow in the Guilt of being Lazy and make some pleasure out of it. 'cuz why not, right? materfamiliashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16062766947897513369noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post-59663213464512955772015-06-26T11:09:49.166-07:002015-06-26T11:09:49.166-07:00I love these photos. So comforting. And I keep thi...I love these photos. So comforting. And I keep thinking about gray water systems - right now it's a red plastic bucket in the shower:). Thanks for the mention, and I'm thinking I need to offer a class in How To Lie Around And Feel No Guilt Whatsoever;).LPChttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18209861350905135093noreply@blogger.com