In a fit of uncharacteristic braininess, I suggested stringing a tarp over the deck outside our bedroom last week. This is the side of the house that gets afternoon sun, and at this time of year, gets depressingly hot. Nola dug out a tarp, we have lots, we used to go camping more often, and I ran some hooks under the eave, and there it was! Worked a treat till around five o'clock, when the sun peeped under and raygunned the windows again. This morning we replaced the blue with a new and larger white tarp, and I think that however the sun dips and weaves, she won't slip under its edge.
Also last week was inspired to go over my bicycle and see if anything could be done to clear up a nasty wobble it's had since we moved here. I thought the trouble was in the front wheel, but no, it's the back. I have a replacement wheel, and if I can shift the gear cassette from the old to the new, it should be ridable once more. Been combing this site for tips. It's not like I'm in a hurry; I'm not leaving shady spots till the temp dips below 30°C, but it's a nice distraction.
cranking up the volume on the tympani solos in Peer Gynt Suite No. 2, Op. 55 from the album "Grieg: Peer Gynt Suites Nos. 1 & 2" by Berliner Philharmoniker & Herbert von Karajan
