Seems like only yesterday...

[65hoss]

That many of us were sitting here at our computers wishing the winter was over so we could start cutting again. Where did this year go to. Cutting season is winding down and leaves and seedings are starting up.

I kinda wish that this year wouldn't end. We had good rain at just the right time to keep everything nice and green all year.

I hope everyone has a safe, productive, profitable fall.

[vipermanz]

It's 49 here at 12:30 am!!

[Runner]

Oh I believe, in yesterday.....

[awm]

amen:)

[rixtag]

Whaddya mean its fall? on my calendar it's..... crap. Fall:mad:
Ditto what 65 said.

Rick

[gusbuster]

Originally posted by 65hoss
That many of us were sitting here at our computers wishing the winter was over so we could start cutting again.

Vince,
It's nice to live in an area where you can cut 52 weeks a year. I do lose on average about 30 days due to weather, but it's never at once.

John

[Guido]

It's always been taht way...... All winter I can't wait for the cold to be over and get back outside. Then when summer comes, all I do is ***** about the heat, and say that I can't wait till it starts snowing again!!

Its amazing how much trash we talk!! :)

[mdb landscaping]

i am always ready for the next season. im eager to start fall clean ups. but, when its 35 degrees out and im out in the dark trying to finish up an account, all i think about is cutting grass in 70 degree weather.

[Paradise Yard Service]

Lets see here what can I possibly complain about. 35 degrees..no. Fall clean-up..no. Snow/Ice removal..no. Oh well, I guess I'll go bodysurf at Sandy's (it's a beach,not a woman!) and think this one over.

BTW local experts assume big layoffs in tourism ind. here. Big whips should consider huge discounts to get more kamaaina's to get away from it all and enjoy the places only tourists can afford.

Lawns and gardens? No impact whatsoever for the small guy. I know, Hawaii's been in recession since late 80s and I turn work down all the time. Suppose more newbe-wanna be L&G startups to impact, but I'm good,and try beat my price.

Aloha,
P.Y.S.

[HacMan91]

I guess Im glad I do this part-time. I work full time at the Fire Dept and things are slowing down here just in time for Deer season to start. Bow Season Oct 15 and gun season late November. Ill still mulch some leaves till Dec, then its pretty much nothing till March. :D

[Runner]

Paradise Lawn Service,

I've said it before, and I'll say it again. YOU MAKE ME SICK!:mad: :D I STILL say I'm gonna surprise you sometime, and have all my stuff flown out there!:D Anyway, Enjoy!:cool:

[Paradise Yard Service]

Runner,

I just had to reply to this post on seasons and such. I really miss much of the mainland, esp. the snow. Also, I would love to have even one or two accounts like Eric ELM posts with all that acerage and foliage-awesome stuff we don't get in Hawaii.

Economically, things could take a turn for the worst here for a number of reasons. I'll keep all posted form time to time. Actually, Maui is doing well in construction and is looking for anyone who can throw a hammer. So, I would assume landscapers are well taken care of with years of work ahead. My business is well established and well insulated from any attrition. Probably, you have several accounts that are like family and will do all they possibly can to keep you on. Well, thats where I am now and thus the reason for my bragging about how good things are here.
Also, my wife is a state worker with senority. If push comes to shove we could skid by on her salary alone.

Anyway, keep pushin' on!

Aloha,
P.Y.S.

[lawnman_scott]

Florida is great, 74 and rain here tonite. We do our lawns every other week this time of year, well starting nov 1, and all pay monthly so income is still great. With the extra time we do cleanups, and fix the things we neglected and didnt have time for all summer. The things we will do next week..........

[BRIAN GALLO]

I was wondering where this year went also???? I still remember cutting the high "green wet" grass in April like it was just last week! Rest up over winter and good luck next year.

B's Lawn Service:)

[Fantasy Lawns]

Oh .... yesterday came suddenly ..... Good Luck with the Leaves n Snow :-> $$$

[Randy]

I miss summer, but bring on the leaves of fall. Also look forword to the snow. Got my equipment ready for the snow. Plus days it don't snow I get out the bow. Thats something I don't get to do much of this summer was hunt. So bring on the winter. Life is good up here in the north too.:D

[linky]

I feel the same way. Its time for the cold and leaves. In the winter i feel like i've done something wrong cause the phone is not ringing off the hook oh well it will come spring. I guess i'll take the extra time to come up with a game plan for spring and get all equipment in tip top shape.

[Lawndude]

Don't worry. Spring will be here soon. :)

[V.H. lass]

Don't worry be happy The grass will return next spring thicker and greener than ever, you'll see But in the time being let the leaves fall where they may