Not soon enough for me. The ants think it's Spring though. They infested my trailer last summer and they are getting an early start this year.
Spiders should be along soon. 8-oChit Chat in VOLTVILLE Thread #2 :)
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Not soon enough for me. The ants think it's Spring though. They infested my trailer last summer and they are getting an early start this year.
Spiders should be along soon. 8-oAlright, at least you can tell the doctor you tried his plan, Raven. Moving along, doc. Sorry to hear it didn't work but hoping, the doc will help you in the long run.
The irises love our climate and soil so they are easy to maintain. The pond itself isn't too bad either. The critters love a pond. The birds are going to have a nice area to drink from once the project is finished. We are making tow [or maybe three] mining sluice boxes that the water will run through and then back into the pond. We'll install a pump and hose to get the water to the top. Hubby has to do an electrical outlet from the house to the outside which means trenching and running a pipe for conduit. I'm lobbying for a four plug outlet so I can have a heater for the horses and goats during the next cold winter
The water will go down one sluice box and then into the next one and maybe then into a third one. Most projects look best in threes so we shall see how this goes. The birds will love playing in the sluice boxes.
Your pond sounds cool. I would like to have one, then I could dangle my feet in it while staring at it, pretending it is a lake.
I love to watch water as much I love watching a campfire with the exception of RAIN!
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what is going on in "Voltville" and everyones Lives right now . . . Except for the "Health Problems" , the "Horrible Weather" , and "Lifes Trails and Tribulations" : that hit every so often . . . Each and Everyone One Of "YOU" - Not only Bring a "Smile" to "My" Face - Ya' Can Just Keep "Me" In Stiches Sometimes too . . .
SO - THANK YOU . . .
, the "Horrible Weather" , and "Lifes Trails and Tribulations" : that hit every so often . . . Each and Everyone One Of "YOU" - Not only Bring a "Smile" to "My" Face - Ya' Can Just Keep "Me" In Stiches Sometimes too . . . SO - THANK YOU . . .
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Hope you don't get clobbered by the next storm.
"View First Unread Post" is driving me nuts. Hope that they get that bug squashed soon.
The doc just thinks that it is a broken bone. But, I haven't heard what the X-Rays turned up yet. I'm not certain that the cortisone cream isn't helping just yet. I mean - the whole purpose it to take down inflammation. Inflammation can pinch nerves and it can set up a self-feeding cycle. So, I'll use up this tube, applying as directed until it's gone, and try my darndest to have an open mind. I don't even know what I might have done back in 2009 to have started this whole thing. It was probably one of my falls. Who knows?
Oh...yes, I'll take lots of pictures but I doubt I'll get any of the elusive Rave. She is more camera shy than I am and I'm pretty bad.
Oh good. I'm glad that you already understand that I won't allow pictures of me, so I won't have to duke it out with you when you're here.
After all: Photographs steal your soul, and I have precious little of that remaining, so ...
I Really "Like" Lurkingand Reading though the threadwhat is going on in "Voltville" and everyones Lives right now . . . Except for the "Health Problems"
SO - THANK YOU . . .
I hear ya. What I like about this thread is that, even though we all have our weather, health problems, and trials and tribulations, we still have a sense of humor about it all. And, we have a mutual support system in each other. That's priceless!
Here's one bit of good news that didn't look good at first. Dave's gal informed me that the propane truck was here. My heart sank. But, by the time I made it to the door (I'm a wee bit slow), the propane truck was pulling out of the drive. I quickly checked my gauge and found that I was still right at 50%.
I'd bet money that he was tasked to come out here and see if my gauge wasn't working because I hadn't used any propane. The gauge in my tank is monitored remotely at their office. So - 
Hope you don't get clobbered by the next storm.
It seems to be hit and missed today. It rains hard for a few minutes and then stops for awhile. That's better than a steady rain.
"View First Unread Post" is driving me nuts. Hope that they get that bug squashed soon.
Me too but it sounds like it might take awhile. They say they have higher priorities.
The doc just thinks that it is a broken bone. But, I haven't heard what the X-Rays turned up yet. I'm not certain that the cortisone cream isn't helping just yet. I mean - the whole purpose it to take down inflammation. Inflammation can pinch nerves and it can set up a self-feeding cycle. So, I'll use up this tube, applying as directed until it's gone, and try my darndest to have an open mind. I don't even know what I might have done back in 2009 to have started this whole thing. It was probably one of my falls. Who knows?
Hopefully it will work better after you've been using it for awhile. Are you still using the brace?
Oh good. I'm glad that you already understand that I won't allow pictures of me, so I won't have to duke it out with you when you're here.
Ahahha! I can be sneakyand you won't even know but I promise that I won't post any of you if I manage to catch you unawares.
I hear ya. What I like about this thread is that, even though we all have our weather, health problems, and trials and tribulations, we still have a sense of humor about it all. And, we have a mutual support system in each other. That's priceless!
Ditto!
Here's one bit of good news that didn't look good at first. Dave's gal informed me that the propane truck was here. My heart sank. But, by the time I made it to the door (I'm a wee bit slow), the propane truck was pulling out of the drive. I quickly checked my gauge and found that I was still right at 50%.
Propane truck drive zero....Rave 1.
BF just told me that anyone caught smoking on the train can get booted off. He didn't know if that pertained to ecigs or not so now I'm looking for a very small stealth mod that will take a small tank and drip tip that will fit it my hand without showing. Everything I have is long. Does anybody have any ideas for an inexpensive stealth mod?
Oh...yes, I'll take lots of pictures but I doubt I'll get any of the elusive Rave. She is more camera shy than I am and I'm pretty bad.
Just take pictures of whatever you find beautiful or interesting -- scenery. I'm sure your perspective will be a little different than Rave's, since you'll be seeing the place for the first time.
I went out with my camera today, the weather was so nice. It was in the high 20s and sunny, hardly any wind. I decided to go to Taughannock Falls and see them all frozen. Luckily, first, I stopped at the overlook …
… because the trail up to the falls from below was closed! It's never closed, even in winter. I was surprised, but it was very icy under the snow. Remember that day of hard rain that turned packed snow to ice? I slipped and fell in Penny's vet's driveway and chipped ice in ours. I guess that amount of water made the creek flood, since there were giant ice boulders packing it till you couldn't even see the smaller waterfall at the entrance.
So then I walked across the road to see the lake. Lots of birds: ducks, Canada geese, and seagulls.
Among the mallards were these redheaded ducks. I wonder what kind they are.
I also saw some animal swimming in the water. I think it was a muskrat.
So I started taking pictures of ice formations along the edge.
I heard a tinkling, clacking sound and realized it was broken-up ice being pushed by the waves.
It made some interesting patterns, sort of modern art by Mother Nature. See the fish in the one below?
What a relief it was to get out for a walk today! Tomorrow will be even warmer, and I'll go see Penny.
… because the trail up to the falls from below was closed! It's never closed, even in winter. I was surprised, but it was very icy under the snow. Remember that day of hard rain that turned packed snow to ice? I slipped and fell in Penny's vet's driveway and chipped ice in ours. I guess that amount of water made the creek flood, since there were giant ice boulders packing it till you couldn't even see the smaller waterfall at the entrance.
So then I walked across the road to see the lake. Lots of birds: ducks, Canada geese, and seagulls.
Among the mallards were these redheaded ducks. I wonder what kind they are.
I also saw some animal swimming in the water. I think it was a muskrat.
So I started taking pictures of ice formations along the edge.
I heard a tinkling, clacking sound and realized it was broken-up ice being pushed by the waves.
It made some interesting patterns, sort of modern art by Mother Nature. See the fish in the one below?
What a relief it was to get out for a walk today! Tomorrow will be even warmer, and I'll go see Penny.
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How 'bout these:
They are mini-eGo's and about 3 5/8" completely set up. I've got three I could loan ya. I consider them palmable.
How 'bout these:
They are mini-eGo's and about 3 5/8" completely set up. I've got three I could loan ya. I consider them palmable.
PM incoming.
Gorgeous photos, Sandy! I really love your perspective when you take these shots. The ice shots are particularly fascinating. The critter is a muskrat, and the ducks with the red heads are called ... "red headed ducks"! 
Gorgeous photos, Sandy! I really love your perspective when you take these shots. The ice shots are particularly fascinating. The critter is a muskrat, and the ducks with the red heads are called ... "red headed ducks"!
Rave, I was betting with myself that it would be you who would know about the duck. I've never seen them here before. I guess I don't go down to the lake often in winter, but I have walked on the shore in winter before, and I've never seen them.
I was pretty sure that was a muskrat. He was am amazing swimmer. I followed his route for quite a while. Sometimes he dived under the water, and I lost him, but then he'd resurface, and I'd see him again. I think I must have followed along with him for about 1/4 mile before he disappeared, and I didn't see him again. He was swimming near where the ducks were gathered, so maybe there was some food source in that area. Why else would he occasionally dive? But he was definitely swimming as if he had a destination in mind, and the ducks were just floating as if they were just hanging out together.
Hiya voltville,
I know, everyone but Terry is asleep. Hi Terry!
Lizzie, What in the world is a "hula hoe"?
Rave!!!! I am soo sorry about your wrist.
I hope it gets well very soon.
Sandy, those pictures were gorgeous! What kind of camera do you use? I know its not just about the camera but mine is a 20$ cheapo camera from wally world. I have been looking at some Sony cameras, especially the Handicam. I need one with a rechargeable battery pack. I really hate buying batteries for my cam. They are so expensive and I won't use anything but duracell.
So sad story of the week. The guy who bought the 24 acres next us is cutting down all the trees to make a pasture. Our trail is gone and when I look to the right of the house and to the rear of the house I don't see hardly any trees. There are gonna be COWS next to us! With a barbed wire fence! I won't be able to let my little bruno run around now and I'm gonna need to spend 20 bucks that I don't have to buy a new harness and leash. I miss my woods!
I told my fiance that when we get our own place, It HAS to be a minimum of 20 acres! I need trees dangit!
I know, everyone but Terry is asleep. Hi Terry!
Lizzie, What in the world is a "hula hoe"?
Rave!!!! I am soo sorry about your wrist.
I hope it gets well very soon.Sandy, those pictures were gorgeous! What kind of camera do you use? I know its not just about the camera but mine is a 20$ cheapo camera from wally world. I have been looking at some Sony cameras, especially the Handicam. I need one with a rechargeable battery pack. I really hate buying batteries for my cam. They are so expensive and I won't use anything but duracell.
So sad story of the week. The guy who bought the 24 acres next us is cutting down all the trees to make a pasture. Our trail is gone and when I look to the right of the house and to the rear of the house I don't see hardly any trees.
There are gonna be COWS next to us! With a barbed wire fence! I won't be able to let my little bruno run around now and I'm gonna need to spend 20 bucks that I don't have to buy a new harness and leash. I miss my woods! I told my fiance that when we get our own place, It HAS to be a minimum of 20 acres! I need trees dangit!
Hiya voltville,
I know, everyone but Terry is asleep. Hi Terry!View attachment 312830
Lizzie, What in the world is a "hula hoe"?
Rave!!!! I am soo sorry about your wrist.
Sandy, those pictures were gorgeous! What kind of camera do you use? I know its not just about the camera but mine is a 20$ cheapo camera from wally world. I have been looking at some Sony cameras, especially the Handicam. I need one with a rechargeable battery pack. I really hate buying batteries for my cam. They are so expensive and I won't use anything but duracell.
So sad story of the week. The guy who bought the 24 acres next us is cutting down all the trees to make a pasture. Our trail is gone and when I look to the right of the house and to the rear of the house I don't see hardly any trees.
I told my fiance that when we get our own place, It HAS to be a minimum of 20 acres! I need trees dangit!
Hey Celtic
I'm so sorry to hear about your trees. I feel awful. You've not only losing your seclusion and privacy but now you're going to have to smell cow poo. That's terrible.
That's exactly what I'm afraid will happen when BF and I buy property only we can't afford 20 acres and even that isn't enough. Damn, this is horrible.Sorry, I can't "Like" that post.
It's alright I guess. The 20 acres is probably a pipe dream anyways. I'm probably more sad and cranky cause I'm losing sleep over the dang saws and tractors. Not to mention the horrible CCRRAACCKK and death screech of the trees.
It's alright I guess. The 20 acres is probably a pipe dream anyways. I'm probably more sad and cranky cause I'm losing sleep over the dang saws and tractors. Not to mention the horrible CCRRAACCKK and death screech of the trees.
How can you say it is alright? It's a catastrophe IMO. I'd have to move.
Staying here right now is pretty much all I can do. We don't got anywhere else to go. I just spent the last month straightening out my soon-to-be Father-in-law's checkbook. I had to take it over as my Fiance's sister screwed it up...(i.e. not writing anything down since november 11) He had checks bouncing all over the place. So she has to find a new place to live as Soon to be F.I.L kicked her and her husband and two sons out.(Long story!) I'd rather hear the cows and smell their poo than have to put up with her drama. (plus cows smell better than the chicken poo they spread over the field in front of the house.) I will just miss the trees on that side but I have the left side to enjoy so I am very thankful for that.
I will get some pics of the destruction soon. Anyone got any good Ideas for soothing music? I.e. Rainforest sounds or just soothing instrumentals?
I will get some pics of the destruction soon. Anyone got any good Ideas for soothing music? I.e. Rainforest sounds or just soothing instrumentals?
Chicken poo and cow crap....yum. I'd rather smell horse poo any day.
Google Forest Rain Sounds. I got a bunch of hits but I can't copy and paste on my iPad.
I'd rather smell horse poo any day.Google Forest Rain Sounds. I got a bunch of hits but I can't copy and paste on my iPad.
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