It was a busy day. There was a party in the making. Celebrations of great wins are important and both Viola and Logan had ? great wins with Chantelle and Dawn. So Lee cooked and cleaned, Our Ken gardened and sorted and a dinner came together. There were stories and sagas bringing much laughter. There was a statement that the two travellers didn't get lost - did we mention there was much laughter? There are wonderful images of the two dogs in the rings taken by many at the shows. There is champagne still in the wrong refrigerator - another celebration must be in store. Jimmy arrived and found his way to the yard to examine the new tractor, giving it his seal of approval. Our Ken beamed. And then there was the addition of the Bluetooth to the van. Have you ever noticed that men stick together - like crazy glue, in fact. Why do you suppose anyone would question which of the two cell phones would be first. And how could anyone get it so wrong. Ah, yes, two men in control of input. Crazy glue strikes again.
The kennel is well and happy. Moses and Naomi are packing but took time out to welcome Lucy Airedale. A close relative, Naomi was particularly vocal in her greetings and Lucy responded in kind. Pretty impressive are these girls of mixed American-Canadian ancestry. Buzz the Rescue Airedale is improving a bit on the leash day by day. That is progress. He is becoming resigned to other dogs existing in his universe and seems to have accepted Lucy being next to him. Another step forward.
The house dogs loved the activity level in the house and helped tremendously. The Norwich pointed out (as only Norwich can) areas of the floors that could use attention. Always helpful, Marilla maintained a close eye on the kitchen activity, checking counters assiduously to ensure meal preparations was progressing as it should. Patti rested in the den, preparing herself for the arrival of guests and her role as greeter. Lori had the princess and pea pile of beds and could not be encouraged outside - pride of place is important, after all.
And then there was dinner. There were beer can chickens on the grill - with different spicing but the same beer. Grilled baby potatoes appeared to accompany the fiddle heads and the squash casserole (Chantelle's favourite part was the casserole topping, we suspect). There was rhubarb pie, ice cream and maple squares (seasonal fare all). Nobody went home hungry. Wine, beer and liqueurs were poured, including the Cloudberry liqueur to maintain that local theme.
The kennel is well and happy. Moses and Naomi are packing but took time out to welcome Lucy Airedale. A close relative, Naomi was particularly vocal in her greetings and Lucy responded in kind. Pretty impressive are these girls of mixed American-Canadian ancestry. Buzz the Rescue Airedale is improving a bit on the leash day by day. That is progress. He is becoming resigned to other dogs existing in his universe and seems to have accepted Lucy being next to him. Another step forward.
The house dogs loved the activity level in the house and helped tremendously. The Norwich pointed out (as only Norwich can) areas of the floors that could use attention. Always helpful, Marilla maintained a close eye on the kitchen activity, checking counters assiduously to ensure meal preparations was progressing as it should. Patti rested in the den, preparing herself for the arrival of guests and her role as greeter. Lori had the princess and pea pile of beds and could not be encouraged outside - pride of place is important, after all.
And then there was dinner. There were beer can chickens on the grill - with different spicing but the same beer. Grilled baby potatoes appeared to accompany the fiddle heads and the squash casserole (Chantelle's favourite part was the casserole topping, we suspect). There was rhubarb pie, ice cream and maple squares (seasonal fare all). Nobody went home hungry. Wine, beer and liqueurs were poured, including the Cloudberry liqueur to maintain that local theme.
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