It was close to summer weather, roads were clear and shopping underway. Bayer's Lake was a madhouse and far too many males of the species were allowed into Costco. Do you suppose that standing in front of an item (any item, it appeared) and gazing with a vacant but panicked look will make it either leap into a cart? Getting around these human statues was a challenge and slowed progress. Not a good thing. Still, the Regalridge mobiles - yes, there were two for the occasion - were filled to the brim with Costco's usual offerings and Lee's speed-shopped Christmas gifts. Have you ever wondered why it is that women end up purchasing tools at places like Canadian Tire and Home Depot and men stand befuddled in jewelery stores hoping that inspiration will hit? It is a perverse process and makes no good sense - and if anyone can explain why a person needs five ripping bars it would be appreciated if that little gem of knowledge could be shared.
The kennel is filling to capacity. Brunswick departed on schedule - Laurie well understands the routine - and Millie Wheaten arrived for her holiday stay. Millie is a great dog and always a bonus. She took one look at Gemini and decided they would be best friends. Gemini is tickled. Naomi and Moses are doing well, eating and playing. The Schenk crew arrived with Crockett the Announcer advising all that he had arrived and is ready to take on all jobs available. Old Bailey is settled in and comfortable. She is sorting Our Ken out with her reminders of things to be done. Fiddler remains in residence looking forward to his return home and the first view of his newly hatched sister. And more will arrive.
The house crew is getting along fine. They are never truly happy without their humans in residence but they do cope. Piper had a lot to say on Lee's return (likely coached by Our Ken) since it was dark and everyone knows Lee should never be out after dark. May had stayed with Margot during the Florida trip and is happy to be home. With Ken cooking them burgers on the grill, both she and Patti are managing to eat and stay mobile. Word has arrived from south of the border that there will be Logan puppies during the season and excitement reigns. The deer are fine as they stand near the blue spruce - until they light up. Then the gloves come off. Marilla is not amused that glowing creatures now inhabit the front yard and is determining her options. she is backed by Charlotte and, on a good day, Billy. Rocky demurs.
Dinner was lovely haddock, pan fried and as fresh as could be. NB potatoes and a tomato salad rounded out the offering. All else is well.
The kennel is filling to capacity. Brunswick departed on schedule - Laurie well understands the routine - and Millie Wheaten arrived for her holiday stay. Millie is a great dog and always a bonus. She took one look at Gemini and decided they would be best friends. Gemini is tickled. Naomi and Moses are doing well, eating and playing. The Schenk crew arrived with Crockett the Announcer advising all that he had arrived and is ready to take on all jobs available. Old Bailey is settled in and comfortable. She is sorting Our Ken out with her reminders of things to be done. Fiddler remains in residence looking forward to his return home and the first view of his newly hatched sister. And more will arrive.
The house crew is getting along fine. They are never truly happy without their humans in residence but they do cope. Piper had a lot to say on Lee's return (likely coached by Our Ken) since it was dark and everyone knows Lee should never be out after dark. May had stayed with Margot during the Florida trip and is happy to be home. With Ken cooking them burgers on the grill, both she and Patti are managing to eat and stay mobile. Word has arrived from south of the border that there will be Logan puppies during the season and excitement reigns. The deer are fine as they stand near the blue spruce - until they light up. Then the gloves come off. Marilla is not amused that glowing creatures now inhabit the front yard and is determining her options. she is backed by Charlotte and, on a good day, Billy. Rocky demurs.
Dinner was lovely haddock, pan fried and as fresh as could be. NB potatoes and a tomato salad rounded out the offering. All else is well.
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