It is SO nice to finally have a clear day after weeks of stifling heat and smoke, which traveled 100s of miles to get here. I can't feel sorry for myself, as we have been more fortunate than the people up north, but it is really nice to have our blue skies back.
The photo below shows the smoky sky in the backround...
With voracious gophers, ground squirrels, AND a horse and donkey, gardening has been a challenge. However, I am growing gladiolus and 4 O'Clocks in my little side yard...
I also have this Russian Sage; the other died after my new dog Bailey dug it up... ;)
