Today saw me trying to get a jump on the storm preparations. Not that there was a lot to do since this is not supposed to be much more than a rainmaker but it is always good to check around the place for anything that may go flying with the wind. The windchimes and hanging plants were all lowered and a few odds and ends were moved indoors. The larger things such as lawn furniture will wait until the storm is closer. If needed, the chairs will be moved to the shed. Also, a few of the larger potted plants were moved to a more sheltered spot than on the south side of the house.
It was while moving the plants that I discovered a whole family of critters! Underneath the turmeric plant was a clan of centipedes. Seven of the critters were taking a snooze under the pot so they could escape the midday heat or perhaps they know a storm is brewing and found shelter beneath the pot. Goodness, I hated that I disturbed them! While most folks are a bit squeamish about finding a bundle of critters, I was elated. Centipedes are pretty good at helping in the garden. They have voracious appetites for other bugs and usually will not hurt plants. With that in mind, I gently scooped up the centipedes and put them IN the pot instead of under it. They did not seem to mind the move so hopefully all is well in Centipede Land.
Folks, for any of you in the path of this tropical system, stay safe. Flooding may become an issue so make wise choices.
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