This morning we drove to the Scottish Highlands Festival in Blairsville, GA, only about 18 miles from our house. We got there around 9:30 and while Cliff waited for the hot dog booth to open, we watched the sheep dog demonstration and some of the highland games. These guys are bruisers! The "hammer" throw originates from the Scots actually throwing a sledge hammer years ago. It was interesting to watch them position their feet and body, twirl, then grunt and heave for maximum distance. A few of the throws measured 80 feet! The dogs lay in waiting out in the fields just watching their sheep if the sheep are doing what they're suppose to be doing. As the sheep stray, the dogs herd them in a back and forth rhythm until they return to their place. The woman who was doing the demonstration said the dog does this instinctively and doesn't have to be given any commands.
Two cool weather fronts came through since the weekend bringing drier air and relief from the heat. This morning's temperature was 53 when I got up at 6. I got to walk Konehete Park before going to yoga at the gym. Gardens are winding down. Always a welcomed sight as I get tired of fussing and watering by this point. I've pulled up tomato plants and whatever else looked like it was suffering. Most areas need weed whacking again. Monday I tackled the back tall weeds near the garden. Most mornings forest leaves are dripping from the early mountain fog. Grass and weeds don't dry well until afternoon. I went through both batteries before quitting late morning so my arms and clothes were covered with wet grass shards but it felt good to get that under control. And............ I got to use my new outside shower for the first time. There is still work to be done. Ricky will pressure clean the platform for me t...
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