Garden Update

     It's extremely hot again - 33C when I went out to water the vegetables so it was just a cursory soaking. I'll go out again when the sun goes down. The pool is up over 80F so I haven't had to use the heater yet this summer. 

   I picked another bowl of raspberries yesterday (they were delicious!) but that will probably be it for this year. I also got a 9 inch cucumber - there are more coming and I noticed the grape tomatoes are starting to redden up. There are loads of tomatoes but all still green so far. They will all probably be ready to pick at the same time so will have to make tomato sauce for the freezer. 

   Too hot for tennis today but I did play a couple of sets on Tuesday while it was still relatively cool. This week I am watching a tournament from Washington D.C., it must be so hot on the courts I don't know how the players stand it!

Dim Sum

    It has been extremely hot here since I last posted and I have been sheltering indoors for the most part. But, finally, this week I have been able to get in the pool to cool off. I now have a waterproof dressing on my leg and am hopeful that that may be gone soon. Things are looking up! 

   Of course, sod's law, it is set to cool off starting tomorrow but the water is a blissful 83C so should still be pleasant. I am also going to try some tennis although my time on the court may be short lived. I went to our annual Wimbledon party last week and only managed a couple of games as the heat was so oppressive. Tomorrow should only get up to the mid 20's and if there's a breeze it will be quite pleasant.

   Today was ladies' lunch and just 7 of us met at "Perfect Restaurant" for Dim Sum. We tried about 15 different dishes and the grand total was just $13 each including a tip. The dishes arrived at the table in wicker baskets which were passed around and I think I had more than my share as I couldn't pass up anything remaining. Refills of green tea kept us hydrated and the conversations were fun and entertaining. Just a light supper tonight, I think.