Day 993: Trimming lilies

We had another lovely morning with Evan before he took off for homecoming at Oberlin.  He hasn't been back to his alma mater for eight years and he hasn't seen his swim coach in many years either.  It will be a wonderful weekend to renew friendships, swim in the alumni meet and honor their beloved coach.  

Our day lilies were spectacular this year, but now it's time to put them to rest for the winter.  I've trimmed back about half to 6 inches tall and pulled all the dead leaves and weeds around them.  Once that job is done, I'll spray a pre-emergent to prevent weeds from sprouting.

Tomorrow is the final day of summer, not only by the calendar, but also by the weather forecast.  After the climate walk, I plan to swim.  I don't care how cold the water is, I'm going in.  Other than Monday, the weather is supposed to be very nice.  Then we can begin the process of closing the pool.  I hate to do it because I loved swimming for an hour or two every day.  

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