The weather could not be better. It is sunny, warm but not hot and clear. The swallows approve and the mother-to-be is finally sitting on her nest. Our Ken will have to bring up the next worry on his list. That one has preoccupied him for weeks. This pair is almost able to be held in your hand, have been with us as part of a swallow family for years and are very, very tame. That leads to a great attachment, particularly given their bug-catching abilities. On the opposite side of the house, the jays, grackles, yellow finches and doves are most prevalent at the suet and feed, supplemented by chickadees and the two pairs of woodpeckers. Rhododendrons continue to bloom and are at their peak, buds are full on the roses and the candles remain on the chestnut as a result of the cool weather. Grass requires mowing every other day. It is a lovely season in Nova Scotia. There was a Health Board meeting that drew Our Ken to Truro so Lee held the fort.
The kennel is well and happy. With the good weather and access to the big yards, the dogs are able to spend much of the day playing in the half acre areas. Clint and Gabe approve. Charlotte often volunteers to join the boys in the second exercise yard - she has special areas there and prefers to keep an eye on them - you never know when the boys might mess them up.
The house crew is content to spend at least part of each day in the front yard. Piper continues to excavate but appears to agree that checking the weather on the other side of the globs is now an option so further digging may not be critical. Patti had game playing on her mind. It took several hours of looking but finally she was able to come up with the blue toy that is her preferred treasure. Our Ken played Patti's game of toss with joy. The ancient dog is a true wonder as is our Veterinarian who is able to support her great quality of life. This was the day for the next adventure for the big family. While Marguerite maintained a close eye on the proceedings, Lee brought the babies in three lots out to a pen in the den for an introduction to the next phase of their growth. All now can see, hear and have expanded senses. All enjoy their bottle feedings and are growing quickly. Marguerite still enjoys them immensely, remains a proud mother and is glad of all help that can be garnered. By the week end, it is expected that weaning to regular food will have begun.
Dinner was the remnants of Our Ken's hunting and gathering on the week end. The discovery of the meals to go at Pete's has opened an entire world to Our Ken. Chantelle's stories of the most recent adventure bear telling - but by her alone. The risotto ball that was purchased as a cheese ball and the disconnect between Chantelle's knowledge of what she was preparing versus Our Ken's vision of what he had purchased is a Laurel and Hardy comedy sketch in the making. And life goes on . . .
The kennel is well and happy. With the good weather and access to the big yards, the dogs are able to spend much of the day playing in the half acre areas. Clint and Gabe approve. Charlotte often volunteers to join the boys in the second exercise yard - she has special areas there and prefers to keep an eye on them - you never know when the boys might mess them up.
The house crew is content to spend at least part of each day in the front yard. Piper continues to excavate but appears to agree that checking the weather on the other side of the globs is now an option so further digging may not be critical. Patti had game playing on her mind. It took several hours of looking but finally she was able to come up with the blue toy that is her preferred treasure. Our Ken played Patti's game of toss with joy. The ancient dog is a true wonder as is our Veterinarian who is able to support her great quality of life. This was the day for the next adventure for the big family. While Marguerite maintained a close eye on the proceedings, Lee brought the babies in three lots out to a pen in the den for an introduction to the next phase of their growth. All now can see, hear and have expanded senses. All enjoy their bottle feedings and are growing quickly. Marguerite still enjoys them immensely, remains a proud mother and is glad of all help that can be garnered. By the week end, it is expected that weaning to regular food will have begun.
Dinner was the remnants of Our Ken's hunting and gathering on the week end. The discovery of the meals to go at Pete's has opened an entire world to Our Ken. Chantelle's stories of the most recent adventure bear telling - but by her alone. The risotto ball that was purchased as a cheese ball and the disconnect between Chantelle's knowledge of what she was preparing versus Our Ken's vision of what he had purchased is a Laurel and Hardy comedy sketch in the making. And life goes on . . .
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