The party continues. Lee had been asked to help with the National Wheaten Specialty in Cape Breton so the van was packed and headed for the Canso causeway. That drive is not getting any shorter. With the standard stops along the way, the Cambridge Suites welcomed us by dinnertime. Chantelle travelled as navigator and managed a commendable run with absolutely no U-turns or 'oops' moments (and it should Be noted that her handily programmed GPS travels well). Scout came along as sidekick and comic relief. Staying only two days, by the time we departed, it is quite certain that Chantelle knew more visiting guests than perhaps the staff. Her ability to find the wrong room is something legends are made of. Should you happen to be in an elevator with her and with friendly male company, you may also notice that Chantelle is notably mum - a good story if you can worm it out of her. This was a trip Our Ken had planned to take but the roofing project had different ideas. With the forecast hurricane and new meaning given to "an open concept" Our Ken determined that a trip was not in his future. The roofing progressed at lightning speed, urged on to greater heights by the weather forecast. It appears that much of the job is now complete. Staging remains, much of the detritus has been carted away but a major clean up continues. Work on the garage is nearing completion. Painting and finish carpentry work remains. The turkey has been ordered.
The kennel has been busy. Felicia is ill so we are without help. That has added some colour to the regular challenges. Kenzie departed yesterday as did Tallyraggs. Raggs is such a popular boarder that seeing him go is a mixed blessing. He loves to see his family but he keeps a lid on things in the kennel. Great news for Buzz. Maureen thinks he has a home in Alberta and will be leaving to meet his new family this week. Lucky boy. Riley the Welsh is doing well, keeping up his side of the equation on the Regalridge side of the kennel. Old Bailey is thriving, working on her own schedule and enjoying Millie's company. Raggs had been the third member of the triumvirate that is now down to the duo - a Golden of advanced years and a pleasant little Wheaten. Brunswick is in residence and feeling his oats.
The house dogs are well and happy. May had a turn while Lee was away but seems to have bounced back with a little help from the vet. All are counting the minutes to the end of the roofing project and the return of the yard. When the workers finally leave of an evening, the bolting to the door to take advantage of that short window in the big yard is something to behold. Marilla has been somewhat desensitized through this summer project. Pounding would normally have her in a tailspin. She now is inured to some degree and much more tolerant of outside loud noise. She weathered the gale force winds last night with an aplomb that Marilla does not normally have. With the onset of the winds, everyone settled in for a noisy night but little damage. There are leaves where leaves should not be, roofing material surfacing from nooks and crannies and loss of some flowers but all in all the property has weathered the storm. The puppies are well and active. The babies are well weaned and Laurel is ready to tell Bella all about her experience. The older puppies are delighted with life, were somewhat unimpressed by the high winds but really only because they put a spoke in their usual play after dinner.
Dinner was a celebration of Lee's early return - grilled prime rib steak, new potatoes from the garden, caesar salad with Lee's dressing and the ubiquitous onions and mushrooms. Dessert included ice cream and the chocolate squares. Our Ken is reasonably content.
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