More Shouldares and the Raised Bed Blues: Monday, May 27th!

Compassion is not weakness and concern for the unfortunate is not socialism. -Hubert Humphrey, US Vice President (27 May 1911-1978) 

😊 And a GOOD MONDAY MORNING………Von Bingen! Must away as I want to perform my shoulder exercises. I have an appointment with physio later this morning so would like to be as loose as possible for next set of exercises she will have me do. Fondestos from Lady Dar, just in from harvesting a huge bouquet of rhubarb, [We plan to make chutney with it. We've been enjoying last year's product muchly.], and a very attractive bunch of Sage. 

Over the growing season we will gather many of the stalks and tie them together, hang them in the garage to dry, and then strip leaves and bag them when ready. Great for adding to anything from soups, to omelettes to bbq rubs. Stay well. Take care of each other. Cheers, Patrizzio! Pics: Sage bouquet along with gorgeous lily from Lynne and Peter; rhubarb. Monday's hike started at Mahoney Lake and we wandered through the forested area to the West, looping around 6 lakes ... though some were puddle sized given the low snow-pack. 

Hello Bridge Club, 5 Clubs People! Two tables this evening so thanks to everyone, especially the frequently moving Dummy! Thanks as well for the nibbles and bottles of wine. Consensus suggests that next Monday is best for most people so that is the evening I will attempt to organize, unless there is a ground-swell of opinion, clamouring of calls for another night. Please let me know if you plan to play, when and if you would like to host. Thanks and Cheers, Patrizzio! Pics: Two-Table Sisterhood! Hi Patrick. I can play June 3rd. Sorry, cannot host yet. Dianne I don't think that I will be able to make it on Monday. I have a very busy week with Royal Conservatory Exams on 3 days. If you find yourselves stuck that night, I live close enough that I could help out, but only if you are really stuck. Thanks, great time last night. Dame Judith 

[Hi DJ! While I can certainly appreciate your more than full schedule, I hope I can keep you in reserve as Olga Polga stated, "Hoping to play..." From past experience this often means that she cancels at last minute, for one reason or another. Since you are playing so well it would be a shame if you could not continue honing your razor sharp skills if we might need you. I'll be in touch, if so. Thanks again. Stay well. Cheers, Patrizzio! Yup u can Dame Judith] I can host . 6:30 on Windsor Ave. See you then! Carol I can play. Susan Hi again, Card Oriented People! Carol, (aka Choocheranian!), has very kindly offered to host, [Thanks Choch!], so we will convene at 6:30 pm, on Windsor Ave. So far one table is confirmed, with one player for second table. Will report again when I have heard from rest of group. Thanks and Cheers, Patrizzio!

Hi Patrick, I believe you need more men’s power 😉 so I am in. Cheers Mike Sounds like a good group. enjoy happy bidding. AEB If you need another one, I can play as well. Theresa Hi Carol Hoping to play on Monday and would you please email your full address. Thanks so much, Olly Hello again, into The Bidding Breach Bridgers! With the already committed, plus Michaelovitch, Mama T and Olga Polga, we now have  eight confirmed, clinically diagnosed bridge fiends so we will gather at Chooch Hall, 241 Windsor Avenue, Penticton, Canada, Bridge Universe, Seven No Trump Galaxy, next to the Doubled Black Hole, on the right, and the Vulnerable Quasar, on the left! [Is this full enough, Rolly Polly?] 
 

Thanks to everyone for speedy response. Practice precise bidding with each waking moment until next we meet to deal the cards. Cheers, Patrizzio, reading Bridge for Dummies after my abysmal play last Monday! Pics: The Sisterhood's unspoken thoughts!  

Does this mean you don't need me? DJ Hi again, DJ! At the moment, we have a full compliment for two tables BUT as I mentioned, things change at the last moment so I would still like to keep you as my Ace, up my sleeve! I trust we will be fine and that you can concentrate on your studies! However, will be in touch when I know, one way or another, for sure. However, don't worry if you can't make it either as Dummy can move. Thanks and Cheers, Patrizzio!
 

Talented Gardeners! Apparently, Duke and Etta were the models for the feline sculptures! Yards: I suppose if one has nice shrubbery, one should have lawn chairs and lawn ornaments. If those Game of Thrones' lawn ornaments, "props" are in your Dunbar yard, be careful! These yard ornaments might be too large for car-jacking or snatch-and-grab!
 

"Ébourgeonnage" is the selective removal of buds ("bourgeons") and shoots according to density and positioning of shoots on the vine. This ensures even spacing of the shoots, optimal airflow, sunlight penetration, and manages crop yield. This is an essential step in growing healthy and balanced grapes. 

Dear Patrick, This spring, I'm taking part in Stride to Turn the Tide, a national walk that supports the Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign of the Stephen Lewis Foundation. I am walking to raise funds for African grandmothers living in the communities hardest hit by the AIDS pandemic. These indomitable women not only care for their grandchildren orphaned by AIDS, but lead the way with innovative programmes that are transforming their communities and altering the course of the pandemic on the African continent. Please help me reach my fundraising goal! Every dollar truly counts and is so deeply appreciated, I couldn't do this without the support of my incredible network.

To make a secure donation visit my fundraising page by clicking this link: My Personal Page Then look for the "Donate Now" button in the top-right corner and follow the steps from there. If you'd like to learn more about the Grandmothers Campaign, and the work that your donation will be supporting, click here to watch a short video, and hear directly from African and Canadian grandmothers, and the community-based organizations that the Stephen Lewis Foundation supports. Thank you for your generous support, if you'd like to know more about my fundraiser and the Grandmothers Campaign, I'm happy to share. Warmly, Corinne Durston  

Stride to Turn the Tide is a Grandmothers toGrandmothers Campaign initiative.  Proceeds go to grassroots organizationsin sub-Saharan Africa that support African grandmothers and the children intheir care. To learn more about these organizations, please visit:
 www.stephenlewisfoundation.org or www.grandmotherscampaign.org.

 

Hi all, I'm forwarding the notice for this coming Monday's hike on behalf of Hanneke who is leading the hike. Please see her email below! Thanks. Phil Robson PS oops, Hanneke made a typo... tis indeed Monday June 3rd not 2nd!! Hi everyone, On Monday, June 2, I will lead a hike from my house to Peach Cliff Bluff. If you would like to join me meet at my house, around 9:15. So those of you in Summerland should be leaving the IGA at the usual time of 8:40 am, and Pentictonites at 9am at home hardware. Parking is limited here, so car pooling is a good idea. If there is no room left in my driveway, please park down at the bus stop or around the corner, by the junction of Eastside road and McLean creek Road. the start of our hike is directly across from my house. It will be on a trail, and not longer than 3 hours...or so...

Horseshoe with Calks (projections)

Image: Wikimedia Commons

I will be happy to have you over for coffee etc afterwards. have a good weekend, and hope to see you Monday! Hanneke