At the same time, we've moved almost instantly from cold and rainy to hot and steamy. What comes next is anybody's guess as "global weirding" continues. The record breaking storms and tornadoes that seem to be part of the the "new normal" have me wondering if we really want to add a second story to our little house. A storm cellar sounds like a better idea. Moot, since we're still dealing with our two house problem and major renovations are delayed. We're working on small projects instead, to improve our outdoor living space.
Some parts of the perennial garden were drowned out this spring. I've been working through the drainage issues and replacing some plants, including the two butterfly bushes.
My William Baffin rose, on the other hand, is ecstatically happy, and the other roses will soon follow.
The peonies are looking their best ever.Activity choices have exploded. Chautauqua in June-- a countywide learning festival of classes in everything from gardening to sailing, painting to yoga, wine pairing to birding--is currently in progress.
The farmers markets are opening for business.
The festivals are starting with the Celoron Ribfest & Classic Car Show, happening now, and a Strawberry Festival this weekend at the Merritt Estate Winery in Forestville.
There are golf tournaments and sailboat races and dirt track auto racing.
The very popular annual Book Sale at Prendergast Library is this weekend.
The Riverwalk Summer Concert Series is beginning--free concerts on the lawn (bring your own chair or blanket) every Wednesday evening from 6:30 - 8:30 in Riverwalk Park.
The Jamestown Jammers, our professional baseball team (Single A affiliate of the Florida Marlins) will open their 2011 season soon.
Seasonal restaurants and shops have opened their doors. The Labyrinth is now serving Saturday brunches and has added a dinner menu from 5-9 pm Wed. thru Saturday.
Life is good.
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