Zia – Nothing to see just a cat in a box.
Today we are pruning/lopping shrubs to clear path(s) for the extension ladder to later attack a large tree with high branches that overhang the fence.
For that we need a rope man and I have arranged for a friend will come over to assist.
Took a while to lop the shrubs so I could get the large step ladder against the tree on this side, and later the extension ladder. About to do the same on the left so we have another angle of attack.
This time front corner to right of driveway.
About to take a break so brought in tools out of the sun.
This is the 3rd time we are doing them and feeling more in control, even modifying the puff pastry stuffing and turning procedure!

Just finished the puff pastry thing – phew.
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Due to my left eye saga which started December 2023 we are way behind with garden duties. Still recovering from DMEK surgery but reached that point where I am allowed to resume normal duties.
Note – I would normally (but not possible this time) use my pole trimmer and lopper (see last photos)
The ‘work around’ flame tamers did the job with no more than the usual flare-ups.
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