Growing up in Oregon, it’s easy to take the abundance of foliage for granted. Step away for whatever reason, though, and it’s also easy to see that many places take on a desert-like appearance in comparison.
For as long as I can remember, green has been my favorite color. Though I may not be able to articulate exactly why, it’s nice to step outside or go for a drive and be surrounded by the soothing hue.
In one’s own environment, however, it’s take a consistent effort to make the yard, trees, and garden retain their beauty. One thing is for sure: maintaining the growth of one’s landscaping is no easy chore. 
The irony is, of course, that in trying to keep up with the nature that surrounds a home, as much harm may be done as good. Grabbing that bottle of Roundup to help kill the weeds, using gas and creating exhaust to mow a lawn.
Well, I can’t say that I have much of a green thumb, but mowing the lawn is an outdoor chore that doesn’t require much skill.
About a year ago, the traditional large gas powered mower I used died. One day it works, then the next time it needs to be used and pull after pull won’t get the engine running. 
So, the decision was made. Now, I have a green lawn mower to push around. Literally. 
The battery powered device that just so happens to (sort of ) match the grass it cuts is not only a cleaner device, but so much easier to maneuver.
No more having to check gas and oil levels. No more having to buy gas or oil. No more tugging at a starter cord. Plus, this new cutter is much lighter and therefore easier to push. 
Environmentally friendly, cute, and easy to use. Well, it seemed simple enough.
Now all of what was just mentioned is still true. However, it took a certain amount of trial and error before I figured out how long I would have to charge the battery to finish the trimming the grass that covers the front and back yards. With two batteries, there shouldn’t have been any problems.  
I’ve never learned the easy way, though.
That and I didn’t quite account for the thickness and height of the lawn following a barrage of winter and spring rains. Nor did I logically adhere to the manual’s directions that state it takes three full days of being plugged in for a battery to completely charge. Really? One full day and 75 percent won’t get the job done?
Sure, maybe now during the slow growth of summer. All it takes, though, is one evening and a huge patch of unruly grass left in the middle of my front yard surrounding an otherwise manicured lawn to realize how the process should work.
Now it’s easy to see that fully charging both batteries on the days off will make life easier. Well, that and simply not waiting too long until those thousands of blades surrounding the house get out of control. 
I wouldn’t take any of it back. Did I mention that I can actually hear my thoughts (or the chirping of birds) over the sound of the machine as I push it around? Yeah, it’s just that quiet.