Weird weather lately, but today is definitely a summer day. I could go for a little less summer, actually. I like the 70’s, thank you. 89 is too much. But at least I don’t have to put on a costume at the Red Barn tonight, or be under the hot lights. I knew there was something better about being in the pit rather than on stage. That and getting paid!

Speaking of which – tonight is the last rehearsal – the show opens tomorrow. Are we ready? Let’s just say that tonight had better be a lot better than last night. If I do say, though, my part isn’t too bad. I have to practice the pieces in 6 flats and 5 sharps a bit more this afternoon, but other that that, everything is good. Why 6 flats? That is my question.

My gardens, small though they are, are looking quite good. I have a couple vining things – pumpkins and maybe a squash plant or watermelon. The beans came up really well this year and the rabbits have left them alone so far. I planted bachelor buttons and cosmos mixed together and a good number of them have sprouted. I think it will make a pleasant mix to look at. All my perrenial flowers are doing well again, too. So many blooms!