It was a pleasant day, cool but less windy. The dogs approved. And so did the birds. Adding to the gold finch who had overwintered here, purple finch arrived today. They are beautiful little birds and have moved up from the South on their way to their breeding grounds in Newfoundland. Apparently the word is out that Regalridge grub is plentiful and the seed container is filled with Southern States peanut butter cakes. Lee had hunting and gathering so Our Ken had the onerous job of tracking her movements. Tom Clancy patterns his heroes on Our Ken. There was a second trip, this time for the Regalridgemobile as the Schenk party departed with woofs and waves. Dropping by the airport, owners were collected and on it went to the city to deposit the collection. That quieted the kennel for a bit although Bella is missing her supporters. The return of the native brought some garage juggling with fun on the tractor being played before supper. It was garbage day because of the long week end holidays. This week, the old dishwasher was toted to the curb. Ken returned to the house chuckling. This was late night activity in Hants county. Garbage timing is a fine art - too early and the garbage police are not amused; too late and you miss collection. So this was a late night foray to the end of the drive and out the gates. Just as the dishwasher was unloaded from the cart, a pick up pulled up, several fellows tumbled out, surrounded the appliance and hoisted it to the top of the already precariously loaded truck bed. It sat proudly at the top of the mountain, tied on with bits of twine. Our Ken was highly amused as the enterprise moved on down the road.
The kennel emptied of small dogs with the exception of Miss Bella. Savannah and Dewey were repatriated mid-afternoon, delighted to see their owner. Regis is happy to have the side of the kennel turned over to big dogs. Liard shakes his head and walks sedately beside Ken at every opportunity, showing off his newly acquired manners. Lacey is in residence for the week end and is enjoying the Labrador side of the kennel. She is keeping the boys in line and proud of her efforts. Ruff is enjoying his vacation as Ruff does. Sarah is delighted to have him to play with. Scarlett is away for the week end. and little Bella runs the whole shootin' match.
The house dogs are well and happy. Piper has been assisting in the kitchen as her wont. Marilla ably assists and finds the most central spot to ensure the most travelled area is in her purview. Dolly surfaces when the aromas warrant and Charlotte appears periodically but with a more focused approach. Charlotte is Jenny's daughter after all and knows her mind. She marches rather than using the shuffle or saunter of the other Airedales when in the house. Her march brings her to Lee in short order and with her front paw she hits Lee's leg - hard. If that isn't immediately effective, she hits again and repeats this activity until a treat appears. Lee seems to be Charlotte's version of a treat dispenser.
Dinner was a baked ham with potato scallop - life could be worse.
The kennel emptied of small dogs with the exception of Miss Bella. Savannah and Dewey were repatriated mid-afternoon, delighted to see their owner. Regis is happy to have the side of the kennel turned over to big dogs. Liard shakes his head and walks sedately beside Ken at every opportunity, showing off his newly acquired manners. Lacey is in residence for the week end and is enjoying the Labrador side of the kennel. She is keeping the boys in line and proud of her efforts. Ruff is enjoying his vacation as Ruff does. Sarah is delighted to have him to play with. Scarlett is away for the week end. and little Bella runs the whole shootin' match.
The house dogs are well and happy. Piper has been assisting in the kitchen as her wont. Marilla ably assists and finds the most central spot to ensure the most travelled area is in her purview. Dolly surfaces when the aromas warrant and Charlotte appears periodically but with a more focused approach. Charlotte is Jenny's daughter after all and knows her mind. She marches rather than using the shuffle or saunter of the other Airedales when in the house. Her march brings her to Lee in short order and with her front paw she hits Lee's leg - hard. If that isn't immediately effective, she hits again and repeats this activity until a treat appears. Lee seems to be Charlotte's version of a treat dispenser.
Dinner was a baked ham with potato scallop - life could be worse.
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