Saturday and change is in the air

Saturdays are full of activity at Regalridge.  Lee had an appointment in the city and errands to run, with the hospital added in to the mix.  Included on the list was a visit to Pete's Frootique for the odds and sods of hard to find items .  Departing the great boutique market, there were local cherries in the nylon bag, rose water, balsamic glaze and great coffee beans. There were fishcakes and a great Gorgonzola, ginger lemonade and a free range chicken.  It was a worthwhile trip with an interesting conversation at the fishcake counter.  The gentleman serving mentioned that the fishcakes are great but not as good as his.  When asked the difference he explained the texture difference that he had been taught while opening Scanway.  Lee's ears perked and she asked whether he might have known her great friend Mary Thoren.  That led to a long recollection of the start up of Scanway and the adventures of Uni, Mary and this fellow as they began what was to become a restaurant legacy in Halifax.  It was a lovely moment in a hectic day and brought many memories for both Lee and this kind man who offered his insights and recollections so freely.  Good news at the hospital.  Kendra was sprung!  Lee was in attendance for the final conference and the trip out the door.  The fishcakes had been collected to add to Richard's offerings for dinner - she remains on a soft diet as a result of the tumble - but there were smiles all around and relief to be leaving our great health facility.  There will be lots of challenges ahead but this is a significant move forward - with extensive home care set up.  Ken gardened.  There are fewer weeds than there were earlier in the week.  He is pleased with that and followed up his hard work with a camera shoot tour of the gardens on the property.  Lee will now have to learn how to manage this blog and get them on for your viewing pleasure.

The kennel is rocking.  Mike Campbell arrived with his two characters who settled in for a couple of days.  Rozzie landed and is being herself - backed up by Liard who is being himself.  Those two could be bonding but we aren't 100% sure.  Little Megan is settled and doing well, but tapping her paw in anticipation of her owners showing up sometime soon.  We have promised that will happen - she waits with both ears perked.  Ben and his pills and potions are settled and being dispensed.  He is doing well - much better than his previous visit and working back into his Airedale self.  Indy is in the recovery ward as well with his special hip and special thought process.  Enforced rest does not generally appeal to the terriers so they are being particularly good in light of their situations.  Lily is settled as is Jack the Airedale.  Ruff continues to lead the games in his yard and perhaps has decided that Regalridge has become a long term care facility for wayward Golden Retrievers.  That suits him just fine. 

The house dogs are thriving.  Patti is running the house, backed capably by Marilla and Piper.  Atlas is their manservant, in place to do their bidding - generally urged to get into trouble so they can sit back and delight in the aftermath.  Nick sagely watches and shakes his head.  Dolly and Lori are disgusted to be in the kennel with the boarding dogs and forgiveness doesn't  come to the top of mind when you look at their faces.  There was a jailbreak last evening.   Alerted by Paula and Jack, Ken went to the deck only to return quickly to advise that there were 'Airedales in the garden'.  As Lee went out the front door, Marilla was rounding up the recalcitrant troops.  She led the way as the parade moved to the garden gate that had been ably opened by Clint, we have little doubt.  It was a good romp and change of pace for the youngsters.  Laurel is doing well and the puppies are growing quickly.  They are growing quickly, moving more ably and beginning to play.  Senses of humour are showing themselves as they bite each others noses, pull tails and begin the process of showing affection and a joy in their life.  They are enjoying their supplemental feedings and Lee enjoys the time with them.  Laurel still shakes her head. 

Dinner was great.  Ken grilled the free range chicken in beer can fashion.  There was rosemary from the garden and lemon and garlic involved as well as a rub.  It was outstanding.  Accompaniments included potatoes and fresh corn on the cob as well as tomatoes from the garden with basil and blue cheese - all heated and melded together - a great summer treat.  Dessert included fruit and the tasty little squares.  We aren't suffering.