Day 893: Poppy studies

The red poppy bloomed today and it is magnificent! I was afraid the deer would eat it before it bloomed, but it survived!

Rain was predicted all day, but never appeared.  The pool has been calling to me.  I had to swim!  Even though the water is only about 64, I did 100 lengths and it felt great.  Last year at this point, I had already swum four miles or 800 lengths.  So far this year, the grand total is 150!  I must accelerate the pace if I want to reach the goal of 65 miles for the season.

The cold water soothed my back spasms.  I started the massive weeding and mulching job and overdid it within the first few minutes.  Riding to Olean and back tomorrow will be a challenge.

Lantana

I love the purple pollen!