8 March 2025
Is it me or is March racing to the end? February, the shortest month, seemed long. March has 31 days and it’s like it’s almost over. Regardless, it’s another beautiful day. I should feel guilty for all those animal species up north called snow birds but I can’t. It’s just too nice down here.
Yesterday, I finished all my chores in about two hours. I didn’t realize it took so much time to clean the pool filter, hose down the deck, check the pool chemicals, water plants, and spray for weeds. I wasn’t trying to break a speed record but I thought I was quicker. Another sign of old age.
On today’s walk, a neighbor had two interesting plants. The first was Clusia.
I’ve blogged about this before but this is the first photo I have of the fruit before it opens into a dry capsule. It’s called autograph tree because you can etch your names in the leaves and they stay on the plant for an exceedingly long time. It’s native to Florida.
In the same yard, I found a sapodilla.
When in this stage, the fruit when picked exudes latex from the stem known as chicle, used in the manufacture of chewing gum. The ripened fruit is sweet and malty.
Today is wash day. I plan to take my time with it and relax in between washer/dryer events. I’m also supposed to clean the dryer vent this morning so that will take a little time.
Tomorrow, I’m going to brunch with John at Dune. It’s on the beach so we should have a great ocean view. John doesn’t usually go in for these fancy places but I think he’s turned over a new leaf.
Monday, I meet a former colleague from South Campus, his partner, and Keith for lunch at Rosies. After that, the week calms down a little.
Stay tuned!