The first of three mature trees is almost down. The tree guys came with a huge crane, to lift the worker high into the air over the tree and start dismantling it. They got about 3 hours in. Then one of the cables on the crane broke. Fortunately, the worker was tethered to a branch of a nearby tree, and all is well for him, but the massive project is on hold until they can either get that crane repaired or maybe he can rent another one at some point.
It was crazy to see this huge crane in my driveway, next to our house. It extended to 127 feet so it would be higher than any obstacles. The tree they started with is not the biggest problem tree, but it’s been raining a lot, and the ground is too wet on that other side of the house. They also have to have light winds. It was incredible to watch this young man put on all his safety gear and get hoisted up that high, probably to 115 feet. If I hadn’t seen all of it, I could never believe this.
Anyway, today is no longer a tree day, so I am free to get more planting done. We’re also going away tomorrow evening to meet up with old friends for a music festival near Louisville. It’s rain or shine, so I better get my poncho out. Much to do, but thought I would check in. My herb garden is going like gangbusters, and I won’t be here to harvest it for a few days. I need to look up more basil and oregano recipes. Does anyone have a great pesto recipe handy?