1 2 3 4 I declare....

A deer war. Again this year, my birdseed has disappeared quickly. The deer tracks led right to the feeder. I declare war. Already some of my little tulips are nibbled on. I declare war. Here is my plan to defeat and beat back the pesky critters. First, I put up some noisy wind chimes. I know this isn't a great option, but I figure it is like warning the deer. Then, my big guns..... pepper. Hot pepper. Some of you know that I use my dads recipe for feeding my lawn. It includes things like, mouthwash, dishsoap, epsom salts, beer and amonia. While these ingredients might be enough, I added lot of ground red pepper. Just smelling it made my eyes hurt. I drenched my entire flower garden with the stuff. I only wish I could get video of the first taste the deer get. That would indeed be sweet victory.

Spring time

I love the changing seasons. I love the beginning of every season. Today I saw the first crocus in my yard. The birds are quickly re-establishing in my backyard and I look forward to getting out and mowing the grass for the first time. We have had fun this year identifying the birds in our yard. The blue one is a scrub jay, and the spotted on is a northern flicker. I have even learned to identify some of the calls.