Don Kowalewski
Writer. Ad Sales and Marketing. Social Media Content Creator. Aeropress Coffee. Makes the best salsa in the world.
Category: Lawn Stuff
Phew! Thought she was a goner!
Me and combustion engines do …not … get … along. That’s why this everything-can-be-battery powered world we live in is the greatest thing that ever happened to me. Yes. I said “the greatest thing ever” . . . sorry wife and kids. Sorry you… Continue Reading “Phew! Thought she was a goner!”
Trying Something (Else) New: The Anderson’s (for my lawn and garden)
The author reflects on discovering The Anderson’s lawn care products, attributing their attention to various sources, including ads and personal experiences. A lifelong lawn enthusiast, they prioritize minimal chemicals for safety but have recently turned to The Anderson’s for effective solutions. After three months of use, early results show improvement in lawn health, reducing grubs, weeds, and enhancing growth.
New Landscaping. Who Dis?
Regular readers know 2026 is all about my “Power Weekends.” When I read an article on Art of Manliness that Ernest Hemingway was big on “planning his weekends,” I had an a-ha moment. That “a-ha” was this … weekends kinda used to stress me… Continue Reading “New Landscaping. Who Dis?”
New Trimmer, who ‘dis?
How was I supposed to concentrate at work, on a Friday, a day known to be notoriously hard to stay focused, when I know there’s a brand new trimmer and leaf blower at home just waiting to be opened and used? Excitement. Adventure. Pride… Continue Reading “New Trimmer, who ‘dis?”
Lawn Mowing Bliss = A Honda Harmony Lawn Mower
I’m guessing I’m not the only guy whose feelings are hurt by this Progressive “Becoming Your Parents” commercial. Mostly, those are funny … but when Dr. Rick said, “lawn care is not a hobby.” I was a little offended. I got my best stationary… Continue Reading “Lawn Mowing Bliss = A Honda Harmony Lawn Mower”
Lawn Efficiency (Lawnficiency TM)
I’m obsessed with my lawn. There. I said it. Sometimes the first step to recovery is admitting you have a problem but, the thing is, I don’t think it’s a problem. I call it a hobby. Or maybe a passion-project. Psychiatrists and therapists can… Continue Reading “Lawn Efficiency (Lawnficiency TM)”
Lawn Stuff, Part 3: Speedzone (and some pulling)
Here we are. Day-7. I’ve witnessed a true miracle. You say it’s a predictable result of a scientifically tested product designed to do the thing I hoped it would do. I say MIRACLE!!! The pictures below, if you have the patience to compare them… Continue Reading “Lawn Stuff, Part 3: Speedzone (and some pulling)”
Lawn Stuff, Part 2: More Speedzone
Here’s Day-3. Stuff is already starting to die. What you can’t hear in these photos are the dandelions and violets saying, “Ohhh! You cursed brat! Look what you’ve done! I’m melting! Melting! Oh, what a world! What a world! Who would have thought a… Continue Reading “Lawn Stuff, Part 2: More Speedzone”
Lawn Stuff, Part 1: Speedzone
Yes. Another category on this Blog … #Lawn Stuff. When it comes to my lawn, I’m obsessed. Yet, I’m no expert. I don’t have tons of extra money to spend. I don’t want to hire a service (again, the money). I don’t water it… Continue Reading “Lawn Stuff, Part 1: Speedzone”
Don Kowalewski 