Belnan was warmer than Richmond Virginia. Perhaps that is enough said about the weather. Linda was incredulous and the rest of us scrambled for summer clothes. Our Ken is digging trenches between bouts of icing his leg. The water table is high and drainage is a challenge. With rain forecast and the real spring yet to come, it will be interesting to see how that precipitation falls away. Bulbs are breaking the ground, the snowdrops are blooming their little hearts out and an early spring seems to be the order of the day. There is colour in the shrubs and buds are beginning to swell. Everyone seems more awake and Tony will soon tire of "House', come out of his burrow and rejoin the game.
The kennel is perking along. Piper is absolutely disgusted with this accommodation and has offered in all ways possible to share her digs with Lee. The rest of the dogs would be happy to advise Piper on alternate housing. Marguerite is separated from the rough play for the moment and is managing a yard of her own. Airedale puppies are due the third week of May. Trebia has bonded with Lee during Our Ken's convalescence and had a lovely carry back to her run after a spin around the property. That pleased the speedy hound and made Our Ken humph. Rozzie is enjoying her vacation, is managing her area as only Rozzie, yodelling in counterpoint to Piper. Lucy Lab is eating well and holding up her end of the equation. Scarlett is looking forward to being repatriated for the week end.
The house dogs are well and enjoying the unusual heat wave. Charlotte would live outside if it were permitted and has even offered up her favourite bed to stay out a few minutes longer. The boys are focused on the kennel, noses working overtime. Little Gabe has joined them but has no idea why! Marilla is doing her best to take Piper's place in the kitchen. Dolly is not amused and moves her as often as is possible.
Dinner was spring fare - salmon steaks grilled by Our Ken, asparagus, squash and potatoes. Caramel chocolate shortbread finished the repast with a nod from the alpha male - best that can be expected. And on we go . . .
The kennel is perking along. Piper is absolutely disgusted with this accommodation and has offered in all ways possible to share her digs with Lee. The rest of the dogs would be happy to advise Piper on alternate housing. Marguerite is separated from the rough play for the moment and is managing a yard of her own. Airedale puppies are due the third week of May. Trebia has bonded with Lee during Our Ken's convalescence and had a lovely carry back to her run after a spin around the property. That pleased the speedy hound and made Our Ken humph. Rozzie is enjoying her vacation, is managing her area as only Rozzie, yodelling in counterpoint to Piper. Lucy Lab is eating well and holding up her end of the equation. Scarlett is looking forward to being repatriated for the week end.
The house dogs are well and enjoying the unusual heat wave. Charlotte would live outside if it were permitted and has even offered up her favourite bed to stay out a few minutes longer. The boys are focused on the kennel, noses working overtime. Little Gabe has joined them but has no idea why! Marilla is doing her best to take Piper's place in the kitchen. Dolly is not amused and moves her as often as is possible.
Dinner was spring fare - salmon steaks grilled by Our Ken, asparagus, squash and potatoes. Caramel chocolate shortbread finished the repast with a nod from the alpha male - best that can be expected. And on we go . . .
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