1. Negativity?

2. A good time to wash out all those extra containers? I use captured water in larger discarded plastic storage bins for soaking then another for rinsing.

3. Round up the soil and containers for winter sowing? Wish I could get that done!

4. How about a bog garden?

Stay dry while you remember the drought we just had. It was worse than a couple of days of rain. And now we got colder temps coming which means dry air so things can dry out. I'm washing blankets and hanging them out on a line I put up. My kids don't know why....I think it brings back memories of long ago.....And, it saves $$$$$.

nope not negativity, Just sitting here thinking about all the things that have to get done and things I would like to start while nursing a couple of cracked ribs.

I've wanted a rain garden (or, alternatively, a bog garden) for quite a long time, but didn't have a suitable spot at the old place. I think I may find one here in this new yard. It probably won't get started this fall, but it's something I'll be thinking about for next spring. I don't think a rain garden is a negative thought at all :-)

Sorry to hear about the cracked ribs Mimi. My husband had one a year ago and he was in pain for such a long time. The only bright spot I can think of for you on that one, is that by spring and heavy gardening season, you should be feeling fine. For now, just don't worry about things like fall cleanup. It can all be done in the spring. Take it easy and get better.