{"id":73550,"date":"2023-10-18T03:06:55","date_gmt":"2023-10-18T10:06:55","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/lilesnet.com\/dailydiary\/?p=73550"},"modified":"2023-10-20T07:26:09","modified_gmt":"2023-10-20T14:26:09","slug":"hump-day-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/lilesnet.com\/dailydiary\/?p=73550","title":{"rendered":"Hump Day!"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Today is Wednesday, hump day, but as retired folks, every day is like a weekend!\u00a0 We went to make coffee, and the sky had grown caliginous overnight, even though the weatherman said it would be 89 degrees today.<\/p>\n

For the past month, I have been using a CPAP machine, and it seems to be helping me sleep better.\u00a0 Once I put it on, I can fall asleep without any discomfort.\u00a0 However, I recall the sleep test I took about three months ago, a completely different experience.<\/p>\n

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I will never forget that night.<\/p><\/div>\n

We decided to wander the yard before getting ready to see Dr. Annie, our dentist, in Huntington Beach.\u00a0 \u00a0We stopped at the patio checkpoint and registered with Sheriff Scout. He ensures our green cards are current and warns us of potential creatures stalking the garden this morning.\u00a0 Scout is beneficial!<\/p>\n

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We were approved to go into HIS backyard.<\/p><\/div>\n

As we reach the back forty, we come across the lemon tree.\u00a0 It once again produces abundant fruit, causing the branches to bend under the weight.\u00a0 I need to find a way to raise these branches.\u00a0 My idea is to create a cage-like structure with adjustable ropes, allowing me to adjust the branches gradually.<\/p>\n

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The lemons are doing well!<\/p><\/div>\n

We have a bountiful harvest of Scarlet Runner Beans in our garden.\u00a0 The plants are thriving, and we have already picked a quart of beans.\u00a0 We are now letting them dry for later use.\u00a0 Scarlet Runner Beans are not only delicious but also highly nutritious.\u00a0 They are an excellent protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals source.<\/p>\n

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Did You Know?\u00a0 <\/b>One of the fascinating aspects of Scarlet Runner Bean is its ability to fix nitrogen in the soil.\u00a0 It forms a symbiotic relationship with nitrogen-fixing bacteria, enriching the earth for future crops.<\/p>\n

Scarlet Runner Bean has a rich history and has been cultivated for centuries.\u00a0 It is believed to have originated in Central America and was brought to Europe by Spanish explorers in the 16th century.<\/p>\n

While the focus is often on the seeds and pods, the leaves of Scarlet Runner Bean are also edible.\u00a0 They can be used as a nutritious addition to salads or cooked like spinach.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

You have to look carefully, but this plant has a load of beans!<\/p>\n

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The beans are about to stop growing, so we will eliminate their vines.<\/p><\/div>\n

Our bug protection system is working effectively!\u00a0 We plant specific flowers with scents and chemical properties that many garden bugs dislike, which helps keep them away.\u00a0 Marigolds are well-known for their insect-repelling properties, as their scent keeps pests like mosquitoes, cabbage worms, and other pests away.\u00a0 By planting marigolds, you can attract beneficial insects that attack and eliminate aphids.\u00a0 Ladybugs, in particular, are fond of aphids.<\/p>\n

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They keep on pestering the bugs!<\/p><\/div>\n

The beets are thriving in the cold weather.\u00a0 They can be cooked until soft and paired with goat cheese for a pretty dish.<\/p>\n

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Beets are doing well!<\/p><\/div>\n

You might not expect it, but beets can look beautiful outside the soil.\u00a0 We also enjoy stir-frying beet greens with mayonnaise and soy sauce.<\/p>\n

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Be careful, as the red juice can stain things quite easily!<\/p><\/div>\n

Basil naturally repels pests such as asparagus beetles, carrot flies, tomato hornworms, mosquitoes, flies, and whiteflies while also attracting beneficial insects like bees and butterflies to the garden.<\/p>\n

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We have a basic forest.<\/p><\/div>\n

Be cautious of these seemingly innocent treats that pack a flavorful punch!<\/p>\n

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They look mild, but they are NOT!<\/p><\/div>\n

Now we get to the pretty part of the garden, the garden nymph.<\/p>\n

What does it mean to be called a nymph? <\/b>
\n1. one of a numerous class of lesser deities of mythology, conceived of as beautiful maidens inhabiting the sea, rivers, woods, trees, mountains, meadows, etc., and frequently mentioned as attending a superior deity.
\n2.\u00a0 a beautiful or graceful young woman.<\/div>\n
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Mary’s morning working costume!<\/p><\/div>\n

The enjoyable part of the day was over, and we made our way to Dr. Annie’s office for a 7:40 am appointment.\u00a0 During the visit, I received a new crown, and she inspected my loose crown.\u00a0 In two weeks, I have to return to install the new crown and repair the old one.\u00a0 The old crown is at least ten years old.<\/p>\n

Mary did not escape as her beautiful teeth were cleaned, which is easy for her.\u00a0 She took them out, and the technician took them to the local car wash!\u00a0 She had them back in place before my appointment was done!<\/p>\n

Mary had a noon gym appointment, so we quickly ate lunch at Subway on Beach Blvd.\u00a0 We arrived at her appointment 15 minutes late.\u00a0 She loves their turkey sandwiches, and I always pick their vegetarian sandwich!<\/p>\n

I finished my work at 2:00 p.m. and then went to Villa Park to pick her up.\u00a0 She appeared exhausted after working out for two hours.\u00a0 We decided to head to Aces for dinner, where we enjoyed a glass of wine and some jalapeno poppers.<\/p>\n

After reaching home, we spent two 30-minute cycles in the hot tub using coconut oil in the water.\u00a0 The experience was so relaxing that I felt like dancing the Hula on my way home.\u00a0 However, I managed to control my urges and refrained from doing so to avoid scaring Scout.<\/p>\n

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Just us cooking away!<\/p><\/div>\n

We went inside and watched Batman as we are getting into our Halloween characters of The Penguin and Poison Ivy!<\/p>\n

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