Holy heat wave! It’s a little shocking to plunge into the heat and humidity from cooler temperatures. No AC for me in the house, but my window fan does a decent job. The plants and veggies love the heat, but they get very thirsty. I had deer netting put up around my sunflowers, zinnias, and cukes. I had one cleome get chomped last week, so action needed to be taken. I know there are deer close by, and last year I believe they were responsible for the destruction of several things. If it’s not something eating them from above, it’s the voles below ground.
I had a marvelous visit with my friend, Joey Riley, last week. I drove to Roxbury Pond, and we went to Mills’ Market for lunch. This time we varied from our usual subs and poutine, to a loaded pizza. It was huge, delicious, and very loaded! Even though it was cloudy, with spotty showers, we put our suits on and took to the pond. We endured numerous sprinkles, and lots of clouds, but had a great time.
There’s been a lot of activity at the Locke Mills Union Church recently. The gardens have been weeded and edged. Last weekend the church was pressure washed, and the sanctuary was cleaned. Coming up in just a couple of weeks is a public supper. It’s good to have our “summer folks” back!
The First Universalist Church of West Paris is closed for the summer. Members and other people interested are encouraged to attend the Universalist Church in West Sumner from July 12-August 23. The West Sumner time is 11:00 followed by a lovely luncheon. The West Paris Universalist Church will reopen the Sunday after Labor Day, September 13.
On Saturday, I went with Dave to Lowell, MA, where we attended the Masonic installation of his friend Will, who went in as Master. It was followed by an excellent meal at Cobblestones, a restaurant around the corner from the Masonic temple. We had the opportunity to visit with his great friends, Don and Jeanne Ouellette. It was a long day, twelve hours from start to finish, but a good one.
My apologies in advance—I don’t expect to be writing my column next week, as I’ll be out of town and not always connected to wifi.
Wishing you all a very happy 4th of July! Stay safe on the roads, in the water, and in the heat!
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