Today is my 30th birthday! We're having a party and grilling outside. It's going to be super hot just like it has been for a few days now. I have to say I can't believe how silly Portlanders are...as soon as the weather gets warm and their toes thaw out, they begin to bellyache like they're in such misery that they're dying. It's so stupid. I, for one, love it. Yes, it's not easy to do work, and if you're not careful you might dehydrate, but come on people. Put on some shorts, get a glass of ice water, and sit in the shade or by a river for a few days. Lounge. Enjoy life. Have some fun in the few days of the year that the weather doesn't hate you and your outdoor endeavors.
Here are some pictures of the progress on the urban homestead:
In the warm weather, the girls feel like digging themselves a cool spot in the dirt, under some plants:
Nathan built a beautiful and functional coop for the ladies:
The side has two doors so I can access the run and the coop easily:
Nesting boxes, perch and heating lamp:
Racoon-proofing attempt:
Corn!!
Baby romas:
Pumpkin turning orange:
Nathan's hops are doing really well. If he gets time, he'll harvest them today:
Jalapenos!
7 comments:
Still jealous of your chicken-havingness. :P
Your garden looks great, as always. Miss you lots!
Happy Birthday!
Happy Belated Birthday!
Ha, Christina! Wait 10 years and you'll begin bellyaching about the heat like the rest of us and you'll know you're a REAL Portlander! Personally, I think we just don't get changes in weather that much, so when anything X-treme happens we have to talk about it. I don't mind sweating as long as I have a glass of cool lemonade in my hand. Digging in the heat is a strict no-no.
Haha, never! I will always love the warmth! Except maybe if I am ever pregnant over the summer. Then, all bets are off.
I lurv chickens.
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