April 5, 2009
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The annual mowing of the neighbor's lawns begins anew.
For far too many years than I care to count (29), looks like I will be solely responsible for mowing all three of my neighbors backyards again this year.
They never mention it. They don't offer to help. They buy no gas. They pick up no debris, toys, flotsam or jetsam washed up by the river.
One neighbor even has a newer, and larger, riding mower than mine?
But, I guess if it can't be avoided, Ya might as well try to enjoy it!
Sometimes being a good neighbor isn't just quite enough of a reward on it's own, so I decided to pat myself on the back in my own way.
Beef! Porterhouse, to be exact. It's what's for dinner!
And, of course, we all know what time it is. Don't we, boys and girls?
Comments (45)
look at you go! haha that looked a like so much fun, it's so great to see you happy
@sandburm - That is a really sweet comment. Thank you.
The world could certainly use a few more good neighbors like you. My father taught me that if you are looking for a helping hand, look no further than the end of your own arm. I've always done things for myself, instead of asking for help. I've always prided myself in that I loved doing for others, while as a young widow, holding down 2 full time jobs, raising my 3 boys, and more recently being sole caregiver to my husband, a 100% disabled Vietnam veteran.(Agent Orange) He is little more than what he calls "a house plant", but when he smiles, WOW; that's my reward! That gives me courage to go on. Each day is a challenge, but I am so thankful to God that so far we have that day, then pray for another and another and ..........
We have no neighbors like you, so I have to hire people to do the things I can do no longer. Your neighbors are so lucky to have you helping them, however I agree, it would be nice to hear a thank you now and then. Virtue is it's own reward. And I do believe that you will someday receive your reward from God; eternity in Heaven. As a Vietnam veteran, I'm sure you have heard the phrase," I'm going to see Heaven, because I've already seen Hell." God bless you, Buddy.
@SamsPeeps - I usually try to! It was getting close to beer thirty by that time, so I wuz smilin'!LOL
Looks like you had a good time
@flatpick46 - We had a party. At my house. On me! LOL!!
That is just wrong that they don't help out! Ingrates!
If you cut my grass for me, I would grill steaks and bring you a six pack, and we'd have a party!
I pay a guy $40 bucks to mow my lawn. BUT If i had "Ocean front property" or as in your case "River Front Property" - I'd totally be fishing instead of mowing the lawn. * Beer Thirty .. Honky Tonk Time * haha I think thats how the song goes..
You are a much better person than I am to do that, esp for so long. I can certainly say that you have awful neighbors in the fact that they have never thnaked you or even offered to buy gas for you They definitely don't deserve you as a neighbor. I will say you sure looked as if you were having a good time. And it helps that you have such a nice view to look at while mowing! Very nice. *hugs*
The staeks looked SUPER good--you deserved every bite! And I hope the beer was nice & cold for you.
@pinkmojomama -
1. I have tried just mowing mine in the hope that they would get the hint. They don't. I always wind up cutting theirs after it gets over a foot high and burning the drive belts up on my mower. Expensive to replace. It's easier and cheaper just to cut theirs early along with mine.
2. Thanks, they were!
3. Hahahahahahahaha! I prefer Corona, but it's a tad pricey for everyday!
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1. Perhaps if you stop mowing, they'd do it themselves?
2. Steaks look great, and a nice reward.
3. We have to work on getting you some real (good) beer.
@buddly47 - I try to remember the caps when I am commenting on other's pages. I often forget or get excited and leave them on, but I still try...
I found it somewhere a long time ago when some troll wanted to know what I really look like...
I use that or me in my hot pink get up!
@tvtfln - Aww, that was sweet. Thank you!
@FUNKIEFAIRY - Hey, no caps! I'm impressed!
@brittanymullins - Awwww, thank you. You're a quality Peep in my book too, Brittany. You doin' OK?
@seedsower - LMAO!!! Where did that pic come from? You are a nutt!!!!!
You are a very good neighbor. Looks like a beautiful place to live! Steaks look delicious!!
Did you get a new profile pic?
You are what I like to call quality American!
I know what you mean-hubby says,"don't say anything" so I don't.
@MooncatBlue - You make me smile, girl. Thank you.
@buddly47 - aw, you are a good neighbor, Bud. Remind me to move next door sometime. I'd even bring you beer and say thank you to boot. ; )
@MooncatBlue - They're all older women. They have grown children that could help them, but they don't. It's just easier for them if I take care of it. So I do. But, it would be nice, if they said "thank you" once in my life. But, I'm OK with it if they don't.
Hey Handsosme
You are a good neighbor and certainlly deserving of those steaks.
Well I think you are an adorable lawn mowing, beer drinking machine. But I dont' get why your neighbors don't mow their own effing lawns. No steak for them!
@jacksoncroons - Exactly. If I don't cut it, the view from my deck sucks! And I think I'll have a couple more before I head off to bed!LOL
@Still_groovy - Actually, it was homemade fries and buttered and toasted whole wheat bollio's, Pretty damn good too!
@doahsdeer - Better? Easier to take advantage of, I would think!
@jillcarmel - Nope, neighbors never change. Good fences are a must!
@Danth - If that ever happens, hope I'm there to reintroduce you. He has a place, and a reason for being. It's not all bad, my friend.
@buddly47 - yeehaw ... lawnmower racing!
@adventofreason - Which side do you want that seat on?LOL
@buddly47 - You got that right don't you know!... One of these days, maybe Jack and I will get reacquainted. *mouth salivating just thinking of it!*
@menskeet - Pink slips and bragging rights? You're on girl!
@Danth - Bud Select, sometimes Bud, but never Bud Light. Just don't care for it. Course, they're all weak cousins to JD!
@seedsower - Steeler's shirt? Hell yeah! It's a SteelerNation, Baby!
I love living by the creek,it is not near that wide but I love to listen to the current, do you get to listen to the river current at night ?
Those steaks were beauties! And well deserved . . . and it stinks that your neighbors don't care . . . but your land looks gorgeous so I guess by not doing it, you'd only be spiting yourself. Have another beer!
Wow, Bud, that is a LOT of work! You are a good man, you are! I don't suppose those neighbors appreciate it, either. You deserve those steaks and beer! I hope there were baked potatoes and salads, too!
Kathi
You are a better man than I...
I know what you mean -since we have dogs we always end up replacing the fence but we have 3 neighbors who share it and you would think one would say let us pay for half of the side that we share. No never happens.
you are a good neighbor.By the way beautiful yard!
well, damn, handsome, you look great! And, yeah, you are a good neighbor. Now, get a bitch seat for that bad boy, and I am there!
uroki
will you adopt me? what a great view of the watah... i would mow that neighbor's yard ... i'll bring my cub cadet ... race your TB for pink slips ... you game?
i hear ya ... there are 3 lots next to mine (between me and the highway) that have gone untended for about 4 years ... me and cubbie mow it to keep the varmits away and keep the neighborhood looking good ... the owners never come out ... so i'm going to fence it and let my hayburner mow it from now on ... duh ... if i only had a brain ...
Cheers to you, Bud! And hats off, as well. You are a good neighbor for sure. But, you can't be all good if you are a Coor's Light man. I sure would've figured you for a Bud man... Oh well, can't win 'em all... LOL... =P
your friend, dan.
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