My balcony project was a (relative) success.

@TheHorse (223961)
Walnut Creek, California
April 17, 2023 9:56am CST
I got the longest railing done before the CO2, or whatever it is, ran out in my old can of dark brown spray paint. I punctured the can to gather some more paint and finish the leading edge of the railing. The two side railings are still "humble," but I don't really care. I think I did the project just for fun. And to use up my aging paint. Now, I've started sanding and oiling my balcony chairs and table. I do that every Spring. Horse Jr. used to help me. Do you have any projects going on?
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Four Walls
@FourWalls (71879)
• United States
17 Apr 23
You were just sniffing the paint, who are you kidding?
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The Horse
@TheHorse (223961)
• Walnut Creek, California
17 Apr 23
Yes, I am trying to kill brain cells so I can better deal with "average" humans.
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Four Walls
@FourWalls (71879)
• United States
17 Apr 23
@TheHorse — by definition, half the people you meet are dumber than average, and the other half are smarter than average. Hold out hope for finding the latter half.
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The Horse
@TheHorse (223961)
• Walnut Creek, California
17 Apr 23
@QuantumJoy Short bus special?
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Jenaisle
@Jenaisle (14078)
• Philippines
17 Apr 23
It seems your project is quite successful. Congrats. I don't have any ongoing projects, just simple tasks that I have to do online. Your balcony's view is good. It would be good to settle down there and just read a book or sip your morning coffee.
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The Horse
@TheHorse (223961)
• Walnut Creek, California
17 Apr 23
Yes! I enjoy relaxing there some evenings (mostly in the Summer) and watching the moon rise.
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Jenaisle
@Jenaisle (14078)
• Philippines
17 Apr 23
@TheHorse That's wonderful. It would be peaceful and rejuvenating.
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The Horse
@TheHorse (223961)
• Walnut Creek, California
17 Apr 23
@Jenaisle It is. Hiking has the same effect on me.
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Anna
@LadyDuck (472506)
• Switzerland
17 Apr 23
I have mowed today, first of the year 2023. I also pulled out many weeds from the vegetable garden. I will continue my job in the coming days to be ready to plant in May.
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Anna
@LadyDuck (472506)
• Switzerland
17 Apr 23
@TheHorse - I mowed without the gloves, but when I went to pull out the weeds I wore gloves.
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The Horse
@TheHorse (223961)
• Walnut Creek, California
17 Apr 23
Did you wear your gloves? I may do a post about a random injury I sustained the other day. Had I been wearing gloves, it would not have happened.
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Eva James
@wolfgirl569 (112414)
• Marion, Ohio
18 Apr 23
Glad you got that much done. No projects right now
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Eva James
@wolfgirl569 (112414)
• Marion, Ohio
18 Apr 23
@TheHorse If that counts I have 3. Duke, Jill and Patch are all sleeping
The Horse
@TheHorse (223961)
• Walnut Creek, California
18 Apr 23
Right now my project is watching Kitty sleep.
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Valerie J. Routhieaux
@just4him (318846)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
17 Apr 23
I'm like, what are you talking about? This isn't about plants but about painting your balcony. I wasn't prepared for a change in topics about your balcony. Great job! I hope your plants appreciate the work you did for them.
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The Horse
@TheHorse (223961)
• Walnut Creek, California
17 Apr 23
Heh. I have a couple of sunflowers at about 6". Hopefully I'll see some corn poking through soon.
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The Horse
@TheHorse (223961)
• Walnut Creek, California
18 Apr 23
@QuantumJoy Everything happens early here, including fire-loving brown hills.
Valerie J. Routhieaux
@just4him (318846)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
19 Apr 23
@TheHorse It's a good start for your sunflowers. I hope you see corn soon.
Ruby Hawk
@RubyHawk (99404)
• Atlanta, Georgia
18 Apr 23
I do not. I promised my sister in law to do a painting for her but I haven’t started it yet.Your handiwork looks good,
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The Horse
@TheHorse (223961)
• Walnut Creek, California
18 Apr 23
Have you thought about what to paint? And gathered photos that you might use as "inspiration"? Those things count in my book.
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The Horse
@TheHorse (223961)
• Walnut Creek, California
19 Apr 23
@RubyHawk Do you agree that "research" is a part of the work?
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Ruby Hawk
@RubyHawk (99404)
• Atlanta, Georgia
19 Apr 23
@TheHorse She told me what she wants, it’s the house where she was born. Now, I just need to get to work.
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Heather Echola
@GardenGerty (162382)
• United States
18 Apr 23
I bet you miss Horse Jr. How is he doing? You are getting a lot done.
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The Horse
@TheHorse (223961)
• Walnut Creek, California
18 Apr 23
He seems to be doing OK. I don't talk to him that often. I think he's still addicted to Minecraft and other internet stuff.
rakski
@rakski (133764)
• Philippines
17 Apr 23
awesome balcony! no project for now, I am still thinking
RasmaSandra
@RasmaSandra (82887)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
17 Apr 23
It certainly looks good, Great job, No projects here.
MARILYN
@Marilynda1225 (83908)
• United States
17 Apr 23
Your balcony looks good!
Fleur
@Fleura (31130)
• United Kingdom
17 Apr 23
Well done, I should treat my garden furniture too.
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The Horse
@TheHorse (223961)
• Walnut Creek, California
17 Apr 23
I use boiled linseed oil in Montana.
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Judy Evans
@JudyEv (347485)
• Rockingham, Australia
18 Apr 23
No projects here at the moment.
LindaOH
@LindaOHio (184015)
• United States
26 Apr 23
The only project I have going is to catch up here! I do have a mountain of shredding to do.
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The Horse
@TheHorse (223961)
• Walnut Creek, California
26 Apr 23
Shredding sounds satisfying, in an odd way.
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