Lemon Crop

Well, the big storms they were predicting for us have hit! This morning it poured and poured and the wind was truly amazing. Even our little patio, which is protected on all four sides was not safe. Fearing for Alex's lemon tree, Phil braved the downpour and picked a bumper crop of lemons. The plan was to lighten up the tree limbs so the whole thing wouldn't topple over in the wet ground.

Alex found the "perfect" lemon. It even had a perfectly shaped leaf on it - until Alex got his hands on it!

After Phil left for work, the wind seemed to intensify and the tent/canopy appeared to be in danger of flying away. I dug out some capris and a raincoat and went out to make the save. The tent almost escaped over the side wall. It was ripped out of my hands and went airborne for a second or two, but hit the wall and crashed down.
There is a lull in the storm now, and I'm happy to say that the lemon tree is still standing. The tent however has a broken leg and the patio is completely flooded. Maybe if you look closely you can see the puddle under the lemon bounty!
Hope you are all dry and cozy!