Bob is MIA

@GardenGerty (163034)
United States
April 12, 2025 1:15pm CST
Bob is likely at a neighbor's asking a car question or two. Last I knew he was checking to see why the hood keeps popping up on my van all on its own. It does not turn loose and fly up, just pops and is ready to open. I do not want it to fly open. I helped him get his Capri up on the ramps. Not sure what he is doing there. You may guess our weather is lovely. We each mowed a little in the front yard. Earlier I went to Dollar General for cat food and the Marion thrift shop. We may go to Newton later, or we may not. I am considering making a salad to go with either chicken or meat loaf for a late lunch. Last week my biggest bird bath fell over. It was not set soundly and I believe a large dog gave it a shove while using my flower bed for his business. I have a new place to move it, but need to gather my strength first. After Easter I will really get busy with yard and garden projects.
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@celticeagle (172957)
• Boise, Idaho
22h
Gunna play Macho Women for a bit huh?
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@GardenGerty (163034)
• United States
18h
I got it done. Used a two wheel dolly to move the base. I rolled the top on its side. Hardest part was getting the top up onto the base. I love it, though. It is level and stands tall.
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@Treborika (17868)
• Mombasa, Kenya
3h
same here
@rebelann (113685)
• El Paso, Texas
12 Apr
I hope he finds out how to secure the latch on your vans hood, something like that would scare me. Too bad you don't have one of those really big cats like the caracal, any dog would be nuts to mess with that kinda kitty.
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@GardenGerty (163034)
• United States
18h
I am going to put some kind of a repellent on the soil.
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@rebelann (113685)
• El Paso, Texas
18h
I hope that works.
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@DaddyEvil (145584)
• United States
12 Apr
At the other house, I'd disappear talking with a neighbor and Pretty would go hunting for me. I kept telling her I'd be back in a little bit but she never listened. I hope you get things set up the way you want it soon. I worked in the yard Thursday and then Pretty came out and helped me in the yard yesterday. We'll both go back out this afternoon and see if the battery in the mower will last longer than 20 minutes this time. I hope you're having a good day.
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@GardenGerty (163034)
• United States
18h
I had a great day. I need to get back into shape and yardwork will help me do it.
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@DaddyEvil (145584)
• United States
14h
@GardenGerty I need to get used to doing yard work again, too. I get tired too quickly right now and keep needing to rest. I'm glad you had a good day. We were both fighting allergic reactions from being outside yesterday. I didn't notice until we were back in the house that the air quality was really bad. There was a LOT of tree and grass pollen in the air.
@wolfgirl569 (114329)
• Marion, Ohio
21h
It's better here today but still cool
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@GardenGerty (163034)
• United States
18h
I hope you have nice weather soon.
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@RasmaSandra (83802)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
22h
I hope Bob shows up soon. Now see that I thought Easter was a long way off and then April started and now next Sunday Easter is here,
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@GardenGerty (163034)
• United States
18h
He had gone to the shed to get the cushions for our lawn chairs. All is well.
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@TheHorse (225280)
• Walnut Creek, California
21h
Sounds like a lot of drama in your life right now.
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@GardenGerty (163034)
• United States
18h
Not a whole lot. It turns out Bob had gone out to our shed to find the cushions for the lawn chairs. We enjoy them and so does Bruno.
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@AmbiePam (97033)
• United States
12 Apr
I saw your discussion title, and got startled. I was like, how did Bob disappear?!
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@GardenGerty (163034)
• United States
18h
He moves very quietly, like a ghost. He actually had just gone to the back of our lot to get the lawn chair cushions. We really like sitting outside.
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@snowy22315 (187546)
• United States
12 Apr
Glad you have a beautiful day. It is so disappointing. I have never seen a bird in the bird bath here. I guess there is too much available water elsewhere.
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@GardenGerty (163034)
• United States
18h
Mostly I see them drinking. And butterflies and bees, and the occasional cat. Hummingbirds really appreciate birdbaths for drinks.
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@kaylachan (76763)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
12 Apr
Yep. Scared me there for a second. Glad he's okay at least.
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@GardenGerty (163034)
• United States
18h
He went to get our cushions for our lawn chairs so it feels more comfy.
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@jstory07 (143175)
• Roseburg, Oregon
12 Apr
That is good that you will be able to do yard work soon.
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@GardenGerty (163034)
• United States
18h
It is mostly about taking the time to do it.
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@Juliaacv (52982)
• Canada
22h
We enjoyed a nice day here today also. A few clouds have moved in as of late, but nothing serious. I hope that Bob can figure out the issue with your van.
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@GardenGerty (163034)
• United States
18h
Eventually he will.
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@andriaperry (118653)
• Anniston, Alabama
2h
I'll be the same as you, outside more. I did mow the property last Saturday.
@Dena91 (16893)
• United States
18h
I hope Bob and you are able to figure out how come your hood latch comes undone. And what is wrong with the Capri. I've mowed twice at the church and once at home so far this spring.
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@Treborika (17868)
• Mombasa, Kenya
3h
Here is the rainny season and i have really started the garden work already
@JudyEv (350524)
• Rockingham, Australia
5h
It would be good to get the hood fixed just in case it does decide to fly open.
@LindaOHio (186307)
• United States
3h
I hope you found Bob. I hope the issue with your hood can be resolved. Wishing that you feel 100% soon.