We're Having A Heat Wave

This is a new concept for us--a heat wave in the usually truculent month of May.

The Trumpet Vine says "bring it on," while it clambers  up the arbour to play with the roses coming up from the other side

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The honeysuckle won't stay long at this rate but I'll love it while it's here.

I moved the thermometer into the shade.and it still reads pretty high. Too high to garden.

A good day to head for the porch swing with my book and appreciate the day.
Also a good time to jot down all the garden needs to attend to outdoors on the next rainy day. That's what gum boots are for.

At this point a short but drenching shower would be just fine.