The forecast was for sun. Someone forgot to let the weather gods know. It was cloudy with fog much of the day, brighter at times with a threat of something bright but no great result. Perhaps tomorrow. In spite of the cloud, the roofers arrived and life at Regalridge became even more interesting. There are men crawling on the roof, Our Ken looking upward with a frown of concentration and the trips have started to RONA (formerly Piercey's). There will no doubt be permanent ruts in the road from here to the supply store by the time this is done. Of course there are surprises. Start with the four layers of shingles already on the house - apparently this is neither good nor normal - all of which must be removed. There are, of course, pieces of wood that have to be replaced - not a shock. And the mess. Felicia was pressed into service helping Ken collect the discarded bits and the tractor is working hard. Lee is booking a ticket anywhere - some consideration is being given simply booking flights and staying in the air where she cannot be contacted - there is a certain cachet . . .
The kennel is quiet awaiting the next spate of boarders. Pippa holds the fort with Lily, the Basset Hound, keeping her company. Everyone enjoys Lily with her wonderful ears. The breed simply makes you smile. Bishop arrived as well and settled nicely. The week end has started officially.
The house dogs are not enamoured of this summer's project. Most are relegated to the exercise yards or the kennel runs. To say that doesn't sit well is an understatement. Patti decided that staying with Felicia and expressing her displeasure was her best bet. The issue is twofold - several dislike banging noises; others would be far too helpful - think Marguerite. So Marilla, Lori, Piper, Dolly, Lil and Charlotte are exiled. There will be backlash. To mitigate, all came to the house for dinner and/or bedtime. That will never be enough to compensate. A puppy departed in the afternoon - off to her new home in Pictou and delighted with the new owners. They are great folks and good dog people so she will thrive, we have no doubt. Laurel's family is managing and Laurel is fine. The puppies are lovely at this young age. Marguerite's four are thriving and enjoying life at Regalridge. To this point, the roofing has not interrupted their routine. Work is being done on the west side of the roof, initially.
Dinner happened by 8:30 or so. Summer appears to be over - Our Ken walked into the den and noted that "a scotch is what I need ". This roofing job is likely to bring on that comment more than once. Hodge Podge was accompanied by peach bar b que sauced chicken on the grill. A dessert seemed necessary so Rainier cherries were cooked with fresh cranberry juice and topped a lovely pound cake. Ice cream was added (since the whipped cream must have accompanied the gourmet meals of potato chips consumed while the adults were in Europe).
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