Something of a miracle.

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The day was escaping me.  I decided to place a few calls.  Actually a text, first.  To my brother, asking if he had time for a call.  No reply, at all.  Oh well.  Next a call to mom.  I was just about to let it go when she answered, in a good mood.  Usually she is, even when she isn't.  I am taking notes.

Her car died?  It sounds like it drained of oil or radiator fluid, then burned.  She had just checked the oil.  Still, a crack could override her care.  I... offered her my car.  I have two.  She doesn't think she can drive a stick.  I suggested, being tired all the time I wasn't sure myself.  They are far easier these days.  Yea, I mean it.  She would have to do the insurance.  It's all I can do.

She is still in a good mood.  She has other ways for now.  No use arguing with the woman.  Even Jesus had... difficulties.  She is doing good.  Oh, and she knew why my brother didn't get back to me.  They are travelling today, will be gone for a bit.  That eases my mind.

While I was talking, I was out in the yard.  Small branches, everywhere.  A minor storm blew through the other day.  It left as perfect a smattering of small branches over most of the yard, an amazing fete, actually.  And the lawn will die, if it hasn't.  So... I... got busy.

First I raked the front lawn.  I couldn't do more, of that.  I then grabbed the sprinklers, placed them, then roughly set the spray spread.  Finally, I got hoses out to each sprinkler.  One is missing, or misplaced?  I need to find the splitters yet, then get that going.  A nice start.

I had to rest after that.  My lower back, and muscles, all grieving.  All good.  It was still only in the low 70s in here, much warmer outside, near or over 90?  Near or over.  After resting, finally, upstairs.  Two complete curtains were installed, facing south.  I thought there were four, only three.  I'll look for the rest of the curtains, and pins to get them off the floor, for now.

The other windows, east and west, need shorter rods, so that is that until my next shopping trip.  I may have sheers, and may add those.  In the Sunbelt every little thing helps, a lot actually.  Oh, the walls were all just drywall, with one single spot hitting wood.  Installation was mostly a breeze.  I don't trust drywall anchors, but it is what I have.

Finally, a shower.  I haven't started the dishes.  Not enough hot water.  Maybe.  But they are in, ready to begin a fresh soak in about an hour.  It is past dinner and I am hungry.  A couple of chicken thighs, corn, and milk.  A fatted tea and dose, too.  Nothing fancy, it will do.

It has clouded over.  No rain yet, doesn't smell of it, but who knows these days.  At least it will help keep it cooler.  Blessings, be well, later.