All is well at Regalridge. The roofing project has resumed so the dogs are confined to barracks. Needless to say, that does nto amuse most. Some would simply be in the house anyway but since they can't go out in their usual yard, they are moping. The good news is that they are becoming inured to the hammering, banging and general noise level that they aren't making. Perhaps thunder will be less alarming - and perhaps the sun will rise in the West. Our Ken spent the day supervising the roofers, mowing and shaking his head at much of what he encountered. The roof is a challenge. The young men work hard and progress is being made but it is slow. Lee spent the day in organization mode. Goals that were set for the summer are slowly being accomplished. And light is being seen.
The kennel is quiet this week end. Dyland and Little Maggie departed, leaving Pippa to hold the fort and keep Miss Molly in line. Molly loves Pippa so the two are enjoying their summer camp experience. Sarah is watching the little pair and whispering opportunities for mischief and mayhem. To this point, they are ignoring the Airedale advice. Trebia and Barrett are in charge of number four yard, all dog races and supervision of the roofing project. Barrett is encouraging the fellows to work to their full potential. Buzz is Buzz - obstreperous and active. Cody is a great fellow, a lovely senior Golden Retriever who is collegial and happy to be wherever he happens to be. He enjoys the big yards and is equally happy to be in his run.
The house dogs will be as happy as Lee to see the end of the roofing project. Piper can't understand why she can't be outside supervising the job - flying shingles can be contained with a little encouragement, she suggests. Patti had a quick visit with Felicia who dropped in for a few minutes. That perked Miss Patti. Laurel is now making her thoughts known - and she has lots of them. Sometimes she would like her water changed, at other times, she feels the need for a big milkbone of four. It could be a decision to go outside (although the route down the stairs to Jack's run does not thrill her) or it could simply be a desire to spend some quality time in the kitchen. Learning to speak Laurel is a true necessity. Only Rocky seems to like Jack's yard. He trots down the steps to relax under the big apple tree and would stay there all day if possible.
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