Yard work and a junior recital

Since we have finished off some big projects I have had time to get out in the yard.  I grubbed all the ivy out of the front border over the past few weekends, and I hoed out all the grass.  I have cut off all the dried flower heads from the Jerusalem sage and the California buckwheat.  I am trying to decide if I should propagate some of the sage and buckwheat along the border.The flowering quince is still blooming and I occasionally see a passerby break off a branch or two to carry home.  I always hope they don't get pricked, as the quince  have very sharp thorns.
Wednesday night we went to the junior vocal recital of F's friend Doug.  I had never been to one of these before and I was so impressed! The level of singing was very professional. The vocalist was accompanied by Dr. John Cozza on piano, who is totally terrific.  The vocalist also performed a number accompanied by a very competent student guitarist.  The program was about 45 minutes long, which in some ways was just right.  Afterward we were invited to share in a reception for the performers, which featured beautifully decorated and arranged treats on a very attractively appointed table.  I'm looking forward to going to F's junior recital soon.  I think these would make a pleasant Friday night date, when you want to do something, but you don't want to be too ambitious.  All we would have to pay for is the gas.  Afterwards you could go get dinner if you wanted.