Ok, this time it wasn’t a dream. I have an unwanted houseguest for real, and you will be proud to know that I haven’t completely freaked out like I did the first time one came into the house. It’s a mouse. *involuntary shiver*

I know that we are in the middle of a drought; the State of Texas has lost $5.2 billion in agriculture revenue this year. When I tried to take the boys swimming at Lake Waco last weekend, we found out that the beach was closed because the water level is too low. It’s dry. It’s hot. The temps dropped down to the mid-90s today, and several people commented on how nice it felt. I even ate lunch outside!

We have a 30% chance of rain this weekend (Please pray that it comes … I don’t even care if we get wet at the football game tomorrow night!). I honestly can’t remember the last time it actually rained. We had a light sprinkle for a couple of fleeting minutes in the wee morning hours a few weeks ago that left only tell-tale signs of spot marks on the windshield.

Even the critters need refuge. I just wish they wouldn’t try to find it in my garage or bedroom closet!!

Thank you, D-Con, and goodbye, rodent.