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Do You Think My Mower Is Sexy?

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It's Not A John Deere, But I Love It Just The Same

A question was recently posed to me: "What is your most prized possession?" Now, on the surface, I bet you think that's an easy one to answer. So did I. Until I had to answer it. Really. What do I own that I prize more than other things? A helpful tip was given along with the question that I should think of what I would save in a fire. Okay, so that has to leave out my Amish made oak china cabinet and my pretty purple microfiber sofa.

Hhhhmmm, what does it mean to prize something?

Then it occurred to me that just because I can't cradle something in my arms and run with it, I can still value it. I can still be proud of it. Since I was mowing the yard while having this conversation with myself, it finally hit me. I am very very proud of my riding mower. Yep, that's a picture of it. Isn't she a beaut?

Why Do I Need A Riding Mower?

Can't You Just Use A Push Mower?

Well, I did use a push mower. For nearly ten years of living in this house I used a push mower. And more and more I was very sure I was going to die each time I did. It's not that the yard is that big...it's the slope in the back that would kill me. Just enough of an incline to remind me that I am not immortal. And that lawn service companies exist for a reason. I kept telling myself that I would trade up and get a riding mower. One of these days. But, every time I thought that one of those days was finally here, something else came along and bumped it off the calendar, so that day wasn't here yet and I was out there pushing the mower again.

Yes, that IS a cupholder. 

What Does This Have To Do With Squidoo??

So, time passes, and I keep pushing that mower around my yard. Then, I found Squidoo. And, looky at that, I'm getting money off of my lenses. It's going into a PayPal account. That's when the idea came to me - that money was going to stay int hat account until I had enough to buy a riding mower. It was drips at first, but when you wait and you try and you grow - those drips add up. And, before I knew it, those drips had filled my bucket enough that I headed off to buy my mower. Paid cash for it. And that felt good. So, there you have , that is why it is a prized possession to me. It is a tangible hunk of proof of what I have been able to accomplish with my very eclectic collection of lenses on Squidoo.

Riding Mowers

There Are Some Classic Shots Here

And, don't laugh at these 'cause you think they look a little 'worn'. I love these shots because someone cared enough to take a photo of their faithful mower and give it a little immortality on the internet. Every mower has a story too, right?
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I Had To Have A Bagger For My Cool Mower Too

The point of mowing at all is to make the yard look good. And, I don't think you can do that with clippings all blown willy nilly about the yard. So, I waited for some more royalties to build up and got the fancy ole bagger attachment for my rider. It was definitely money well spent!!
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If You Love Your Mower - Cover It

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Grass Looks So Pretty Sometimes...

I love the feeling of satisfaction that comes when the mowing is finished and I can sit down and look out over my well shorn lawn. No matter whatever else I have going on, I always try to take the time - even if only just a few minutes - to sit and look at what I've finished and enjoy the view. By the number of photos on Flickr, I'm thinking I'm not the only one.

mow mow mow by chris.corwin
Mowed Lawn by vår resa
Backyard by danielfarrell
Mown Grass Texture by Teo
Just Mowed by *clairity*
The theme for the day is ... by bcmom
curated content from Flickr

 

What Do Bloggers Have To Say About Riding Mowers?

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My L'il Red Mower Guest Book

Leave your mark and let me know you were here. Better yet, tell me about your mower...or why you think I'm nuts to have spent my money on a riding mower...

But, no matter what your opinion, thanks for visiting and for reading my opinion.

  • nikitakapoor Apr 10, 2012 @ 7:17 am | delete
    You must be mowing your garden 'like a boss'! :P
  • Cinnamonbite Oct 6, 2011 @ 1:17 pm | delete
    Reminds me, the kid needs to go mow. These days though, the front yard is quicker because I'm getting rid of it foot by foot
  • Suzie-Shine Jul 7, 2009 @ 3:10 pm | delete
    That's a mean machine - but sexy? Can think of sexier things. Super lens, but wouldn't be a lot of use on my balcony (the mower that is, not the lens).
    Suzie
  • Pastiche Jul 3, 2009 @ 10:21 am | delete
    We love our riding mower but it's much more than just an easier way to cut the grass. It's a tiny workhorse with a dumping trailer that hauls around rocks, stone, mulch, soil, tools, concrete blocks and even our cement mixer. We worked our Yard Machine hard, then refurbished it (complete with a new paint job and fancy pinstripes) and gave it to our daughter when we upgraded to a John Deere.
  • genglo Jun 24, 2009 @ 3:22 pm | delete
    haha, mowers are not sexy! Good for you for getting one, but please don't spread the word that mowers are sexy. I would not be a happy girl if someone bought me a mower for my birthday. :) hehe, congrats on using your Squidoo earnings for something you love, though. :) How about a vacation next?
  • flighty02 Jun 24, 2009 @ 3:10 am | delete
    Wow that is nice, I want one too! I love the way you paid for that from your squidoo earnings, mine are dripping slowly into my paypal pot too :)
  • BigGirlBlue Jun 21, 2009 @ 10:35 pm | delete
    It's interesting the things we fall in love with. I'll have to take a look around the house.
  • KimGiancaterino Jun 21, 2009 @ 10:21 pm | delete
    I don't have grass anymore, but this would be fun to ride at the park! She's a real beaut, and I'm very excited that your SquidCash made it all possible.
  • ClassyGals Jun 21, 2009 @ 12:30 pm | delete
    Cool mower! It actually looks like it would make cutting your grass a fun experience!
  • clouda9 Jun 20, 2009 @ 6:42 am | delete
    I want one too {whine}...and yes I will have some cheese with that, please. Great lens...with the spirit of Squidoo mixed in ;)
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With Apologies To Kenny Chesney

For My Blatant Terrorism Of His Song Title

I really enjoy Kenny Chesney's music and one of his songs inevitably comes to my mind when I think of my mower. No, of course it isn't really relevant, but that is how my mind wanders.

You'll find "She Thinks My Tractor's Sexy" and 9 other great Chesney songs on this album at a price that can't be beat.
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