RAIN !!

Rain actually fell on Watonga last night. Northwest OK saw a lot of storms and lightening that passed over all the way to OKC, and we were on the edge of the front so we got a little bit of rain. It has been so dry and windy that even this little bit is really great. And the front also brought the temperatures down to 100 degrees or just below, instead of the 104+ temperatures we've had for over a week.

We had a busy week and weekend at the B&B. We enjoyed a visit from some repeat guests and met some new friends from Kansas. We grilled steaks and had fresh pesto and grilled zucchini from the garden. We drank wine and visited and were able to sit out on the back patio for a short time after dinner. It's really been too hot for much hiking either on our property or out at the Park. It is a struggle right now just keeping our yard and gardens watered and alive. Skeeter wants to stay inside most of the time (in our bedroom), but Killer Kat enjoys time outside, lying in the grass under the shade, hunting and stalking whatever he happens to see.

The Farm & Garden Market has been going well and has grown in the one month it's been in operation. Our vendors seem to be happy with the business and the crowds that come out to get their produce and other products, including cheese from Christian Cheese in Kingfisher. This coming weekend is July 4th weekend and we are expecting a good crowd of visitors. I've arranged for a teenager to be on site to do face-painting on the kids (and any adults who want it!)

The Chamber of Commerce is getting ready to start a monthly coffee day at local businesses. Be sure to check out the website at www.watongachamber.com for information about that and other activities/events coming up in Watonga, including the Cheese Festival in October. We just hope the weather is nice for that event!