The day was an interesting one. Weather was unpredictable. The forecast included all possible summer events. Few occurred but all threatened. Skies were unsettled at best but finally cleared to a hot and humid late afternoon. During this up and down day, Lee managed Regalridge. Our Ken had an all day Health Board meeting and returned the war hero - dragging to the table and moaning that these days were exhausting. There was significant sympathy radiating from Lee . . . Still, the kennel had a good sorting, garbage bags were stowed so that the raccoon on two legs who lives among us but will remain unnamed would not be tempted. The dogs enjoyed the activity level.
Miss Bella urged Lee on to greater feats of cleaning and Zoe supported Bella's direction. Trebia was confused, not used to Lee's ministrations. Scooter offered up her plethora of balls and assorted toys to be thrown indiscriminately and often. Sarah noted that she spends her days in the big exercise runs - not likely - Lee was not a new export from a turnip truck. Scarlett was on her best behavioiur and benefited greatly and Miss Pippa arrived in her old age finery to spend a month at Regalridge. Runs were cleaned and readied for the long week end and Clem enjoyed the outdoor weather in spite of the cloud cover. She wandered in the grass, had her sleeps and enjoyed picnics - frequently.
The house crew were a little less impressed. Lee was coming and going far to frequently for their liking and there was far too little kitchen activity. Piper bellowed her displeasure. Charlotte had to go in and out every time Lee did and by early evening was completely exhausted. Marguerite was on alert, apparently given that job by Our Ken as he departed. That seemed to require her coming and going at odd times, tearing to the fence or gates, barking indiscriminately and generally having the best time possible. Dolly backed Marguerite's foolishness and Marilla ignored everything and everyone, doing her own Marilla-thing. Jack spent the day outside under his big apple tree, happy as an old Welsh could possibly be. The babies continue to grow, are contemplating food with a somewaht greater appetite, in some cases, and are looking forward to their first day out on the deck. Families are planning now, looking forward to the addition of a little Airedale to their homes.
Dinner was a lovely grilled salmon, new potatoes and vegetables with strawberries from Ken's gardens for dessert. Life is good.
Miss Bella urged Lee on to greater feats of cleaning and Zoe supported Bella's direction. Trebia was confused, not used to Lee's ministrations. Scooter offered up her plethora of balls and assorted toys to be thrown indiscriminately and often. Sarah noted that she spends her days in the big exercise runs - not likely - Lee was not a new export from a turnip truck. Scarlett was on her best behavioiur and benefited greatly and Miss Pippa arrived in her old age finery to spend a month at Regalridge. Runs were cleaned and readied for the long week end and Clem enjoyed the outdoor weather in spite of the cloud cover. She wandered in the grass, had her sleeps and enjoyed picnics - frequently.
The house crew were a little less impressed. Lee was coming and going far to frequently for their liking and there was far too little kitchen activity. Piper bellowed her displeasure. Charlotte had to go in and out every time Lee did and by early evening was completely exhausted. Marguerite was on alert, apparently given that job by Our Ken as he departed. That seemed to require her coming and going at odd times, tearing to the fence or gates, barking indiscriminately and generally having the best time possible. Dolly backed Marguerite's foolishness and Marilla ignored everything and everyone, doing her own Marilla-thing. Jack spent the day outside under his big apple tree, happy as an old Welsh could possibly be. The babies continue to grow, are contemplating food with a somewaht greater appetite, in some cases, and are looking forward to their first day out on the deck. Families are planning now, looking forward to the addition of a little Airedale to their homes.
Dinner was a lovely grilled salmon, new potatoes and vegetables with strawberries from Ken's gardens for dessert. Life is good.
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