summer reigns

oops

that was a typo

Freudian in many ways

since I do love my summers

but this years' solstice

ushered in 

the rain.

Everyday.

Don't get me wrong

we have had lovely moments

of sun

as well

but each day we have experienced

torrential downpours.

Today appears to be no different.

Which I'm sure the farmers

will complain about...

last year drought

this year water.

Which leaves me wondering...

Has there ever been the perfect

growing season?

My little garden says

"Yes!"

I answer with reservation

 since the excess moisture has

brought with it

some strange specimens

like a hardy crop of

toadstools

throughout the lawn

but, oh...

that lawn is lush and green.

I didn't capture the

slug

(you're welcome!)

that came in the house

via D.O.G.'s

tail...

eeewww!

A thick layer of 

moss

on the north side 

of our yard...

that feels like

a luxurious carpet ride

under my feet.

Perfect for the fairies

that come to visit.

With these unusual suspects

in the yard

I visit my garden daily

not to water

but to pull a few weeds

and to 

vigilantly check for

any signs of

slugs or bugs

who may try to set up house.

So far I only found

a bunny

in the oregano

which I am more than

happy to share.

What about summer?

Did I find my summer

during this hiatus?

Well...

I did find calm and a good nights' sleep.

I did discover and finish

two good books.

I also noticed that there was

more conversation

as the boys would leave their respective

screens to spend some time with mom

(who was doing this solo)

As for summer...

it's coming slowly.