COLD DARK ROOM

[Lyn W]

Good morning all.
The day got off to a dry start but it's raining quite heavily again now.
Slightly higher temps of 7C today but dipping over the weekend with only a high of 1C by mid week and possibly some snow. Brrrr!!
I have so much to do but very little enthusiasm for doing it today.
I need to get up into my attic but it will be very chilly up there so think I'll wait until its warmer.
So I'm just going to have a Lola day - i.e. do nothing!
See you later!

 

[JoesMum]

Good afternooning all.

Yesterday evening I started the marathon that is oven cleaning.

I actually have it relatively easy as I have posh ovens that have a self-cleaning function. Take all the racks out, press the button, it gets very very hot, takes an age to cool and wipe out the ash when it’s cold.

The racks however require something caustic and elbow grease which is why I don’t do this often enough.

I kind of wish I hadn’t started. Still the big one is done and the racks from the small oven need to soak a few more hours before I don the gloves and clean off the caustic stuff.

It’s been really sunny here today. The birds are getting territorial and one of our robins is attacking everything visiting the feeders. Robins may look pretty, but they’re not sweet tempered!

(European Robin photo from Google)


Our spring bulbs have emerged in the last few days.

Crocuses and grape hyacinth on one side of the garden


And snowdrops on the other


The snowdrops should have been out first, but the crocuses beat them.

And on Sunday, we too may finally get some snow if the forecast is to be believed. This being Kent it’s unlikely to be more than a sprinkle, but I can always hope! ???

 

[Maro2Bear]

Greetings. It was really sunny & warm here yesterday, a good portion of our snow melted. I should have gone kayaking, but couldn't roust up any of my mates to go. Reasons: sore neck, another sore wrist, and the third said too cold. Regardless, I should have gone. I missed a good weather day.

Today, was supposed to be warm, but overcast. Instead, it’s sunny & very Spring-like. I see that our daffodils are starting to push up. I’ll have to go check the Snowdrops. All the moisture & sun might have them popping.


We’ve also been doing some major aquarium cleaning, cleaning the glass sides, 50% water changes, filters, vacuuming the substrate, etc. Ordered a few extra parts like aerators & a sponge filter.

Bird house(s) project all about done - all those little extra pieces of deck boards being put to good use.

Happy weekend all.

 

[Warren]

Greetings. It was really sunny & warm here yesterday, a good portion of our snow melted. I should have gone kayaking, but couldn't roust up any of my mates to go. Reasons: sore neck, another sore wrist, and the third said too cold. Regardless, I should have gone. I missed a good weather day.

Today, was supposed to be warm, but overcast. Instead, it’s sunny & very Spring-like. I see that our daffodils are starting to push up. I’ll have to go check the Snowdrops. All the moisture & sun might have them popping.


We’ve also been doing some major aquarium cleaning, cleaning the glass sides, 50% water changes, filters, vacuuming the substrate, etc. Ordered a few extra parts like aerators & a sponge filter.

Bird house(s) project all about done - all those little extra pieces of deck boards being put to good use.

Happy weekend all.

Hello Marco2Bear, I took your advice and purchased a Cold Hardy Banana Tree. Ordered it on Wednesday and got it this morning. Going to wait a couple of week to plant it. My Sammy is eating alot, he has grown to just over 28 lbs. He grew 3 lbs from Jan. 1 to Feb 1.

 

[Maro2Bear]

Hello Marco2Bear, I took your advice and purchased a Cold Hardy Banana Tree.View attachment 317322 Ordered it on Wednesday and got it this morning. Going to wait a couple of week to plant it. My Sammy is eating alot, he has grown to just over 28 lbs. He grew 3 lbs from Jan. 1 to Feb 1.View attachment 317323

Looks great. If u don’t mind me asking, where did u get it from? You don’t have to rush to plant it....if anything, just another much larger big plastic pot. You can now trim one leaf every now and then & shred & feed. They really are like large grass plants. Plenty of water. Do u plan on potting outside in the ground once it warms, or just larger pots?

Good update... Sammy is looking great. Enjoy today’s warmth & sunshine. ?

 

[Warren]

Looks great. If u don’t mind me asking, where did u get it from? You don’t have to rush to plant it....if anything, just another much larger big plastic pot. You can now trim one leaf every now and then & shred & feed. They really are like large grass plants. Plenty of water. Do u plan on potting outside in the ground once it warms, or just larger pots?

Good update... Sammy is looking great. Enjoy today’s warmth & sunshine. ?

I plan on planting it out side, I purchased it online at FastGrowingTrees.com. They have 2 sizes 1ft. for$39.99 and 2ft.+ for $49.99. $19.99 for shipping, two day delivery. Shipping is free if you spend $200.00. My total was just over $72.00

 

[jaizei]

I plan on planting it out side, I purchased it online at FastGrowingTrees.com. They have 2 sizes 1ft. for$39.99 and 2ft.+ for $49.99. $19.99 for shipping, two day delivery. Shipping is free if you spend $200.00. My total was just over $72.00

You didn't splurge for the 'Ice Cream Banana Tree'?

 

[Warren]

You didn't splurge for the 'Ice Cream Banana Tree'?

The Ice Cream Banana Tree I believe was not recommended for my growing zone #7. I thought about it, but with my short growing season I didn't expect it to produce bananas. I bought it for the leaves not the banana, but that would be nice to see some.

 

[EllieMay]

Good morning all.
The day got off to a dry start but it's raining quite heavily again now.
Slightly higher temps of 7C today but dipping over the weekend with only a high of 1C by mid week and possibly some snow. Brrrr!!
I have so much to do but very little enthusiasm for doing it today.
I need to get up into my attic but it will be very chilly up there so think I'll wait until its warmer.
So I'm just going to have a Lola day - i.e. do nothing!
See you later!

Enjoy it I would gladly do nothing with you if I could..

 

[EllieMay]

Good afternooning all.

Yesterday evening I started the marathon that is oven cleaning.

I actually have it relatively easy as I have posh ovens that have a self-cleaning function. Take all the racks out, press the button, it gets very very hot, takes an age to cool and wipe out the ash when it’s cold.

The racks however require something caustic and elbow grease which is why I don’t do this often enough.

I kind of wish I hadn’t started. Still the big one is done and the racks from the small oven need to soak a few more hours before I don the gloves and clean off the caustic stuff.

It’s been really sunny here today. The birds are getting territorial and one of our robins is attacking everything visiting the feeders. Robins may look pretty, but they’re not sweet tempered!

(European Robin photo from Google)
View attachment 317313

Our spring bulbs have emerged in the last few days.

Crocuses and grape hyacinth on one side of the garden
View attachment 317314View attachment 317315

And snowdrops on the other
View attachment 317316

The snowdrops should have been out first, but the crocuses beat them.

And on Sunday, we too may finally get some snow if the forecast is to be believed. This being Kent it’s unlikely to be more than a sprinkle, but I can always hope! ???

Well now you have reminded me that I need to clean the oven... ughh.. However, it’s finally sunny here too and I’m thinking that I may watch it set this evening instead of cleaning anything. I plan to cook chicken spaghetti when I get home and that doesn’t take a lot of effort. I envision a glass of Rose and a good book.. after the sunset of course..

I believe that you may very well get that snow.. I saw a huge drop forecasted here end of next week.

 

[EllieMay]

Ready said “Neighhhhhhh” when I was leaving the other day.. lol

 

[Cathie G]

That doesn't mean you can't curse a butt cold day when you have to go out in it.

We've had a mild winter for Colorado, which means we'll have a long, hot fire season if we get no spring snow.

Yea you're right. What makes me aggravated is when I have a doctor's appointment and it's the coldest day of the month or year. That happens a lot. If it's shopping I try to plan it for a warmer day. We were supposed to get these really cold days but I'm sorry 35f isn't that big a deal for an Ohio winter. Especially during an artic vortex. Whatever! I remember winters at -2 ice and deep snow. Haven't seen one of those in several years.?

 

[Cathie G]

Ready said “Neighhhhhhh” when I was leaving the other day.. lol
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Looks like Ready was ready to go with you ?.

 

[Lyn W]

Good afternooning all.

Yesterday evening I started the marathon that is oven cleaning.

I actually have it relatively easy as I have posh ovens that have a self-cleaning function. Take all the racks out, press the button, it gets very very hot, takes an age to cool and wipe out the ash when it’s cold.

The racks however require something caustic and elbow grease which is why I don’t do this often enough.

I kind of wish I hadn’t started. Still the big one is done and the racks from the small oven need to soak a few more hours before I don the gloves and clean off the caustic stuff.

It’s been really sunny here today. The birds are getting territorial and one of our robins is attacking everything visiting the feeders. Robins may look pretty, but they’re not sweet tempered!

(European Robin photo from Google)
View attachment 317313

Our spring bulbs have emerged in the last few days.

Crocuses and grape hyacinth on one side of the garden
View attachment 317314View attachment 317315

And snowdrops on the other
View attachment 317316

The snowdrops should have been out first, but the crocuses beat them.

And on Sunday, we too may finally get some snow if the forecast is to be believed. This being Kent it’s unlikely to be more than a sprinkle, but I can always hope! ???

Yes my robin is being very territorial at the moment.
Also had lots of green spikes coming through for a few weeks, but nothing flowering yet.
I never have to clean my oven - just dust it occasionally.

 

[Lyn W]

Looks great. If u don’t mind me asking, where did u get it from? You don’t have to rush to plant it....if anything, just another much larger big plastic pot. You can now trim one leaf every now and then & shred & feed. They really are like large grass plants. Plenty of water. Do u plan on potting outside in the ground once it warms, or just larger pots?

Good update... Sammy is looking great. Enjoy today’s warmth & sunshine. ?

I didn't think banana plants were safe to feed - maybe it's just the fruit you have to avoid?

 

[Cathie G]

Good afternooning all.

Yesterday evening I started the marathon that is oven cleaning.

I actually have it relatively easy as I have posh ovens that have a self-cleaning function. Take all the racks out, press the button, it gets very very hot, takes an age to cool and wipe out the ash when it’s cold.

The racks however require something caustic and elbow grease which is why I don’t do this often enough.

I kind of wish I hadn’t started. Still the big one is done and the racks from the small oven need to soak a few more hours before I don the gloves and clean off the caustic stuff.

It’s been really sunny here today. The birds are getting territorial and one of our robins is attacking everything visiting the feeders. Robins may look pretty, but they’re not sweet tempered!

(European Robin photo from Google)
View attachment 317313

Our spring bulbs have emerged in the last few days.

Crocuses and grape hyacinth on one side of the garden
View attachment 317314View attachment 317315

And snowdrops on the other
View attachment 317316

The snowdrops should have been out first, but the crocuses beat them.

And on Sunday, we too may finally get some snow if the forecast is to be believed. This being Kent it’s unlikely to be more than a sprinkle, but I can always hope! ???

I'm not sure if our Robins are territorial or not. I know the wrens that set up house keeping were last year. The couple was always fighting with the sparrows. You wouldn't believe what went on. I'll have to watch closer. That'll be a good reason for sitting on my bum and not cleaning the oven.?

 

[Lyn W]

I plan on planting it out side, I purchased it online at FastGrowingTrees.com. They have 2 sizes 1ft. for$39.99 and 2ft.+ for $49.99. $19.99 for shipping, two day delivery. Shipping is free if you spend $200.00. My total was just over $72.00

Make sure you let any pesticides/fertilisers grow out before feeding.

 

[Cathie G]

Yes my robin is being very territorial at the moment.
Also had lots of green spikes coming through for a few weeks, but nothing flowering yet.
I never have to clean my oven - just dust it occasionally.

??

 

[Lyn W]

Enjoy it I would gladly do nothing with you if I could..

I've done enough of nothing for both of us today!!

 

[Lyn W]

Ready said “Neighhhhhhh” when I was leaving the other day.. lol
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Is that a 1 horse power car you have there?