When I went outside just at dusk, I saw this very colorful sunset. I took several photos and we both liked this one the best. The courtyard arch and the front of the house silhouette against the gorgeous sky. Click on the image to enlarge.
Putting the Squeeze on the Taxpayers
The love affair between leftist politicians and labor unions has been hurting business and taxpayers for years. Ramirez again demonstrates his insight and talent as he makes this point . . .
Blog Every Day
We try to write a blog post every day, but some days are too beautiful and warm for us to be inside. So this will have to do for today since we stayed out on the patio until almost dark enjoying the 78° temperature and a couple of cool ones. 😉
Mailbox Project
The Mailbox Project is almost complete. We brought an antique milk can from California and had a hole cut in the bottom to allow a mailbox supporting post to pass through the milk can into the ground. The landscape crew, when they were working here, dug the hole in the ground and poured some concrete to secure the post in place.
We added some finishing touches to the project. First, I got a Stars and Stripes magnetic mailbox wrap to continue the patriotic theme. Second, we bought some brass numerals to put our address (inset) on the post.
We didn’t stain the post because natural aging process will eventually make the wood look rustic which is what we want. The brass numerals will also acquire a patina over time.
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Chipmunk Raiders
I hung this birdseed bell on one of the mesquite trees in our back yard to attract cardinals, and other birds, but today, this desert chipmunk jumped onto the seed bell to help itself to the easy pickins. Click on the image to enlarge.
Courtyard Gate Preview Slideshow
We drove out to Congress today to have a look at the finished courtyard gate at Mike’s studio. Mike called this morning to advise that he would be finished shortly and to come have a look if we wanted.
When we got there, we were both amazed at how good this was looking. I took photos of the gate on the workbench and Bob put this slideshow together. Mouse over to stop and out to resume.
The Obama Energy Plan
Submitted without comment other than Ramirez hits another one out of the park.
