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Fireworks at the Back Fence

Queenofo2 — Thu, 03 Jul 2014 08:07:55 GMT

Well, I haven't started a thread in a long time and seems it's a little different than I remembered, but hopefully it'll get posted.

Yep, the year is half over! Can you believe it? I cannot.

Our weather is just crazy and not typically July weather. Two days ago it was 100 degrees and today it's 70ish. We've had an incredible amount of rainand everyone is so happy about that as it is much needed as we've had one of the worst drought's since the dust bowl days. A lot of wheat is grown in this area and I'm sure all of this moisture will ensure an abundant crop.

It's 2 a.m. and my brain seems to have fallen asleep so guess I'd better close this up.

Happy early Thursday all! Sue

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Winifred — Thu, 03 Jul 2014 13:56:42 GMT

Thanks for getting us started Sue - was getting worried about the thread but I had been busy and a bit lazy too. Good job and I will surely be here tomorrow to see the fireworks as we cannot have them out here. Also wish we could have gotten some of your rain - we too are in dire need of some liquid sunshine. Really bad. And it has been so humid here - do wish California no humidity summers would return. Suspect that will never be but the humidity really bothers me. I take two steps and I am soaking wet with sweat - drives me insane.

The bees are driving me crazy and they are really hovering around my hummer feeders. I have covered the seams on the feeders to TRY and get rid of the bees. They still are just covering the feeders and will not go away. They have been super bad since those nutty people started those hives summer before last. They shut the hives down but I think the bees have stayed. We have always had some bees from time to time but it is ridiculous since then. There are other people living there now but they too are weird. Lots of cars parked in their dive but NEVER is anyone out in the yard = at least not there during the day. I did find a soccer ball out back however and I am guessing it came from there. The windows are all covered so I hope it is not another pot house. LOL. Just strange to NEVER see anyone outside even in the cooler evenings.

Have my first load of clothes in the washer then in about an hour will head to Curves. They will be closed Fri and Sat and of course Sunday. The former owner never closed as much as this owner does. Three days in a row with no exercises is not good. The former owner would be closed on Friday but she would not have closed on Saturday also.

Hope all have a great day.

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Bird mama — Fri, 04 Jul 2014 01:12:30 GMT

Thanks for shoring up the fence QueenofO2. I brought some bunting for the 4th

Winifred, I wish fireworks were illegal here. Instead, my governor relaxed the guidelines because he didn't want the money going to Ohio (many people used to cross the border to buy fireworks).

It will sound like a war zone for a couple of days and my birds are going to be skittish. I wish it would be nice in the day and then pour rain as soon as it gets dark

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Bird mama — Fri, 04 Jul 2014 13:11:01 GMT

This red crested cardinal (real colors - not enhanced) is visiting the back fence to wish everyone a Happy Fourth of July.

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yock — Sat, 05 Jul 2014 15:04:28 GMT

Bang, bang, bang. I thought it was never going to stop. Two of our neighbors had family gatherings and shot off lots of firecrackers. Those don't usually last too long. But elsewhere in the neighborhood giant sky busters were going org way past curfew. That will go on tonight too. The city had a display downtown and I was hoping thar would be satisfying enough. Not so. Gorgeous weather tho. We've been sitting in the sunroom with our coffee and doughnuts. I'll share some apple fritters with you. It's going to be a lazy day today or at least that's my plan. Nice to see you all

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Bird mama — Sat, 05 Jul 2014 15:46:53 GMT

The noise started before dark, around 8:30. I don't know what's worse - the fireworks that give off a loud bang, or the loud sizzle ones or the screamers . It went on and on past 11:30 pm. I happened to watch the local news and a neighboring city's mayor had been on the road with police to make sure ordinances were observed. The news crew interviewed a resident that lived down the street from the mayor's house and this guy said, he didn't care that he lived down the street from the mayor, he was setting off his fireworks when he wanted to.

That was one of those times I wished I could reach into the TV and pop the mouthy neighbor upside the head . The state law allows for fireworks the day before, day of and day after a holiday. Unfortunately I will be hearing this noise for at least another week.

Also on the news was a major garage fire. Apparently the twits in the house decided to set off fireworks from the garage and it got out of control and they all blew up. Destroyed the garage and busted out the windshields in two cars in the driveway. I wonder if the insurance company will pay for the stupidity.

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Winifred — Sun, 06 Jul 2014 00:22:18 GMT

Only heard a few fireworks last night - that is good as I was worried crazies would show their real persona. Fireworks are NEVER allowed by individuals but there are always some that have them. At least one thing changed. Remember NO fireworks are allowed yet various police departments, CHP, fire departments - and people like that ALWAYS had them for sale as they made fortunes - a great money maker. People got up in arms some years back and NO law enforcement agencies of any kind can sell them any more. Well I surely agree with that!

Super humid again - was really terrible yesterday but we had a surprise hail storm, a downpour, high winds, etc and the temp went down from over 100 to about 62 - it was heavenly. Didn't last long as in less than 30 minutes the temps and humidity were soaring - really bad. REminded me of New Orleans. And to top it off, this morning there was an earthquake. Just wish the good OLD California air would return - am sure it never will however.

No Curves today - none until MOnday. This owner shuts down every time she can.Several holidays she shuts down for 4 days, this time is three.

Come on back and visit people - you know who you are - you have been missing for way too long. And then we like new ones also. We are just a bunch of gabby women and we enjoy each other. Stay in the shade people.

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Bird mama — Sun, 06 Jul 2014 01:13:39 GMT

My baby girl Peewee (house sparrow) passed away this evening at 7:45 pm. She was 9 years and 9 days old. I am so grateful to God that I was home with her. She was looking at me and I was looking at her when she drew her final breath. Her passing was so peaceful and quiet and I am grateful to St. Francis for that.

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mewsmomtoo — Sun, 06 Jul 2014 01:22:08 GMT

Bird mama, I am so sorry for your loss. It is wonderful that you were able to be with her for that final moment here on Earth - I'm sure it was a great comfort to her. Now she can soar free in Heaven! Take care.

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Winifred — Mon, 07 Jul 2014 14:08:59 GMT

Bird Mama, am so sorry about PeeWee - seems like we all know her. Hang in there.

Another hot and muggy day on tap. Just dreading the rest of this summer - it sure got hot and muggy early - I still wish we could have the old California weather - dry in hot weather and NOT humid. I am sure those days are long gone.

Yesterday was a busy day but a good one. Am surprised but very pleased as there have been NO late firecrackers being shot off. Of course we are not allowed to have them at all but usually each year there are unfortunately some idiots who get them and shoot them off for several days. Very very quiet this year and that is good - for many reasons.

I need to get a move on - not sure why - but it sounds like a good idea.

Have a great day everyone.

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Bird mama — Mon, 07 Jul 2014 14:19:47 GMT

Hello all - it's muggy and overcast here today. I think it's supposed to be in the upper 80's today and then nicer temps and no humidity should be the words of the day for the rest of the week.

Do any of you ladies know about walnut trees? I have one in my back yard that was there when we bought this house. We bought the house in the fall of 2001, no nuts off the tree. I honestly don't know the proper words for it - I would say bearing fruit but it's a nut (like me ). It 'nutted' in 2002, 2004, 2006, 2008 and 2010. Since 2010 it's 'nutted' every year. I get bumper crops - talking at least 1,000 every fall now. It's dropping some smaller nuts right now.

I'm wondering what could have happened to make this thing nut every year. It was easier on my back when it 'nutted' every other year.

Any ideas?

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hckynut — Mon, 07 Jul 2014 18:19:03 GMT

My wife just told me last night that about a friend of hers at work. Guess her boyfriend got careless with some major fireworks and it completely took off one of his hands. From my doctor friends that work the ER they tell me they see all kinds of nasty things happen from fireworks and mostly with adults.

Ain't worth fooling with just to hear a big BANG or see a bunch of lights. About the time one thinks they know what they are doing they find out that they didn't know enough. Like handguns a person always has to make sure they are unloaded regardless of what someone told you or even if you were the last one to use it. First thing is to always check before doing anything else.

This man now will live the rest of his life missing one hand and all for?

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yock — Mon, 07 Jul 2014 20:40:59 GMT

John, it's so nice to see you at the BF. It's not only the big fireworks that can change your loft. Those sparklers can be lethal. Bad burns, fire damage and eye poking. I will say I remember using them as a kid but parents were hovering. As I get older the noise of the fireworks bother me more. If I think about it a lot of things bother me more as I get older. Lol. John, Toro is celebrating 100 years this week. Hubby on his way to Minnesota to join in the fun. He is the only salesman to ever have won all rewards from rookie to master at toro

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Epicurean — Mon, 07 Jul 2014 22:53:13 GMT

Hi everyone. John,nice to see you hear. How awful. people have no idea how dangerous these things are. wish they were I'll legal here. I am feeling much better. But the heat is on!!!!!! was so hot today I decided not to go to the pool,LOL!!!!!! Just too much heat on all that cement for me. did go to the Drs, and grocery store for a few items. We are getting estimates to have our back deck re done,enlarged and screened it. Wow, was surprised at the costs, but I think it will be worth it. It gets the afternoon sun so it's too hot to use it then, and it's nice in our backyard at night,except for the bugs. so, we are looking forward to getting some nice furniture and also eating out there. we are going to have a ceiling fan put in also. The last few weeks it looks like someone strung lights in the trees. there are sooooo many lightening bugs. it's just lovely at night out there. we had a quiet 4th, and not many firecrackers,etc. this year. guess maybe people are starting to realize how dangerous they are,plus they scare the animals to death. nice to see everyone here.Stay cool all....

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Kachina624 — Tue, 08 Jul 2014 05:23:20 GMT

Read in today's newspaper that a man in San Diego lost both of his arms and another lost the fingers on one hand and the finger tips on the other.

The fireworks industry must have the world's most influential lobby. As bad as the drought is in the Southwest the governor does not have the power to ban fireworks state-wide. They were popping them off like crazy in my neighborhood, big ones too. Our city does a professional display so it's not like the people don't get to see them. Thankfully my dogs couldn't care less.

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Bird mama — Tue, 08 Jul 2014 12:24:56 GMT

Here is a story about a Michigan man who died when a firework hit him in the chest - he was young (40's) with children.

http://www.clickondetroit.com/news/detroit-man-killed-by-firework-blast-to-chest/26807616

The chief meteorologist for a local news station lost his left eye because of a freak accident at a fireworks display. He will be having surgery this week and will be fitted with a prosthetic eye and should return to the air in September.

http://www.freep.com/article/20140707/ENT03/307070077/wxyz-dave-rexroth-fireworks-meteorologist

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Winifred — Wed, 09 Jul 2014 04:01:17 GMT

John, let me join in and say how great it is to see you here. Those firecrackers can be so dangerous. I thank goodness they are not allowed where I live in Sou Cal but that does not mean some don't get a hold of them some way and set them off - actually very tame this year and I was so grateful. They also terrify animals and so many run away. Remember a few years back when they were being set off constantly the marvelous dog - Sarah - across the street was trying to chew the fence to get out and she was tearing herself up trying to get out. Thank goodness I had her "Daddy's phone number and he came home and put her inside the house and stayed with her - this was during daytime and not at night. That poor dog - she has crossed the Rainbow Bridge since then but it was a horrible thing to witness. My marvelous cocker - Bailey - who I lost two years ago - was also terrified of the noises. Also thunder and I had to hold him.

Have my great grand Davy here - am hauling him to the dentist in Banning tomorrow. I would not let his friend come with him this time - last time they did nothing but make messes and ate me out of house and home and must have drank several dozen of sodas and teas. Was not happy with them. Am proud of him as he has been perfect and super polite - am proud of him. He has been staying with his Dad and his Dad would not let him pull stuff his Mom does - real dumb of her but she lets him do what he wants and then screams at him - so very wrong.

Hope all had a great day - sure wish it would cool but unfortunately as hot and humid as it is, the worse is still to come. Sigh

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Bird mama — Thu, 10 Jul 2014 15:24:28 GMT

I'm stopping by to drop off some watermelon.

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Queenofo2 — Sat, 12 Jul 2014 07:35:36 GMT

Greetings all. Welcome to mewsmomtoo, John and kachina. We enjoy visitors and invite you to come as often as you like.

Bird mama, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I know it must have been heartbreaking, but what a wonderful life you gave this little guy. Thank you for your kindness to the helpless. Also thanks for the lovely watermelon and flowers........are they made from watermelon too?

We had delicious cold sweet cantaloupe for supper tonight along with stuffed bell peppers and fresh corn on the cob. Twas so good

The Dish tech was here yesterday and brought us a new receiver and when the old one was disconnected I lost all of my recordings and I was really not happy about that, but guess I'll live. That's the second time that's happened to me and there should be some way for that info to be transferred so say I who am totally ignorant of electronic gadgetry.

Betty that's quite an accomplishment for Merle. Is he attending for yet another award? What kind of equipment did they have 100 years ago? Bet they have an interesting museum.

Freddie, don't blame you for not wanting Davy's buddy with him. Two kids can find way too much to get into. Are the bees still 'buzzin around your place?

Epi, glad you're able to be up and around and sounds as though there's quite an improvement healthwise. Have you heard from Sherron? She has not posted in quite a while. If you hear from her would you tell her she's missed?

And has anyone heard from meuw? She has not posted here in months and seems she was not well the last time we heard from her. meuw, if you're reading this, please let us know you're OK.

We had visitors here today and there were two little kids and the little girl who is 4ish apparently thought it would be fun to scoot a little stuffed animal on the floor as I was walking to the kitchen and it hit my foot and I nearly fell. The adults did not see it and I didn't say anything, but I was not happy about it. I'm so unsteady on my feet anyway and I'm trying real hard to avoid a hip surgery that may be required whether I want it or not, but I did not want it due to an unnecessary fall.

I'm leaving some fresh cherries that are so good and juicy and sweet. They're the reddish, yellow variety. I'm sure they have a name, but I no it not and really don't care as I just eats 'em

Happy early Saturday morning all. Have a nice week end. Sue

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Bird mama — Sat, 12 Jul 2014 15:16:02 GMT

The flowers are made of red and yellow watermelon. Was news to me that watermelon came in any other colors. I'm not a fruitie (fruit version of a foodie).