Last Memorial Day Weekend saw the anniversary of my move to Arizona; I did so in 2005. So I start year #5 as a “Zonian”. I am getting used to the place. Arizona is overall rather pretty. Its flora and fauna are fascinating, but the drivers and voters are crazy. My Midwest blood has thinned. I don’t tolerate cold well anymore. I still miss The Midwest, especially proper midwestern thunderstorms.
Speaking of local Arizona fauna, Someone found two more scorpions. One was in the silverware drawer; its fellow was in the sink under a pan. This makes our scorpion count 5. DougT of Gossamer Tapestry tells us they do not crawl up through the drains, yet the majority of the bastards are found in bathtubs or kitchen sinks. Poor Someone; it is always he who finds them.
I signed up for another batch of personal trainer appointments. I have learned enough that I could weight-train on my own, but I sense I would slack off without structure. Having someone towards whom to account is also helpful at keeping me on my toes (or in the gym).
My melons and tomatoes seem to be growing; I am satisfied with their progress. The melons have put out some blossoms; I hope they are fertilized before the heat destroys the pollen.
In a couple of weeks we may go to the local animal shelter and find out the process to adopt a dog. We’ve fancied getting a dog for some time. I think a dog would be a good companion of Someone who is still at home in the Hausfrau role. We may get another cat though – I worry getting a dog may symbolize for Someone he is “home for good” and will never get a job.
12 comments
June 7, 2009 at 11:54 PM
jason
Why not just get a pet
scorpion instead of the dog? 🙂
But yikes!
I thought snakes were bad.
June 8, 2009 at 1:10 AM
Scott
Scorpions in the silverware drawer??? I thought Australia was dangerous, but at least our critters don’t interfere with the flatware.
June 8, 2009 at 2:46 AM
Diederick
I am SO glad the only buggers we have are mosquitoes and an occasional “Adder”, the only poisonous snake around here, which hardly anyone ever sees in the wild – apart from fervent hikers. Neither is known to kill people, just bug them.
I miss the common vegetable garden… it’s a pity I don’t have room, or time, for one of my own.
June 8, 2009 at 2:55 AM
BentonQuest
Someone could go into a Chocolate-Covered Scorpion business!
June 8, 2009 at 4:50 AM
BearToast Joe
I’ll take bears in the garden over scorpions in the drawer. Blessings for Someone and the job search. Perhaps this is a call to discerning something new?
June 8, 2009 at 6:48 AM
Jim
I don’t like scorpions! I would freak out if I found one in a drawer. I’d have to scrub the house clean and seal every crack and crevice I could find. EEEWWWWW!!!
Sending good job hunting vibes to Someone!
June 8, 2009 at 7:19 AM
tigeryogiji
I much prefer find ants in the bathtub to scorpions!! Ai-Ya!!!
P.S. Good for you two on opening your hearts to a new little one! I can confirm that rescue dogs KNOW that they are being “rescued” and show that appreciation to their new guardians in abundance!!! 🙂
June 8, 2009 at 7:20 AM
tigeryogiji
That should read “I much prefer “to” find ants…”. Gads!!!
June 8, 2009 at 8:09 AM
Doug
Happy Anniversary on your move. I hope you’re feeling more like it’s “home,” even with the interesting pets, er, fauna.
June 8, 2009 at 8:55 AM
Greg
At least Someone hasn’t woken to a Jersualem Cricket getting ready to pinch his nose. Those are nasty little buggers.
June 9, 2009 at 4:45 PM
Steven
Is there an audible “Eek!” that comes from Someone’s mouth when he finds those creepy crawlies? 😉 Good news with the fruits and veggies. I agree with the “cat” rationale.
June 10, 2009 at 5:40 PM
Merri
EEK about the scorpions…
Poor Someone….
Oh that is exciting about the possible pet addition to your household!
Get both a cat and a dog..good company for each other!!!
🙂