Grampa Don's latest activity

My story is a little like yours. My son was with me when I lost my husband years ago. That sure helped a lot. Now my son has been gone...

He also installed a small bench next to the library. The sunken area behind it is for rain to soak in.

We have something in the old churchyard almost identical to that where I live ...

No, when I offer help he usually declines. He enjoys figuring out things for himself. He did use my table saw for parts of it.

Sitting in the patio with my tea this morning thinking about loneliness. Maybe that's because it's kind of cool and overcast today...

Wonderful!

You have a gorgeous Patio and back yard. We fired up the Gator Pit this morning. It's gonna be hmmm..good...

Here's a happy picture. My son built a little lending library in front of his house. I'm pretty proud of him. They keep it full of...

We do have seasons here in the LA basin, but they're subtle. I can tell it's Fall because the daytime temps top at about 80 and nights...

Thank you. My garden is pretty sad right now. It's just bare dirt. And, I don't garden as much anymore. This year I had two Early...

A pretty mundane life to you, might not be so for many others. Your garden, patio etc is so beautiful. Do you have a change in your...

I can't speak for everyone, but for me I can honestly say that I come to the forum for relaxation, downtime, and friendship. I truly...

You have a very nice backyard! I can see why you like it out there! (y)

I appreciate all the positive feedback. But, I’m a little intimidated by it. Where do I go now? What might be worth reading? I’m...

apology accepted - but in fact I was not invited to make personal comments - I thought I sensed an inner loneliness and why not - but it...