Easter Monday brought slightly warmer weather. the departure of the snow and marginally happier dogs. Lots of activity ensued as the house was readied for a birthday party. For some reason, that included the thorough cleaning and refurbishing of the outdoor grill - not being used but on Our Ken's List. The newly arrived Easter wine glasses were polished and readied, the table extended to accommodate a small crowd and the birthday decorations applied to many vertical as well as horizontal surfaces. Birthdays are, after all, a big deal! The spring birds were busy - the purple finch remain for the present, the gold finch are here and the winter birds are a bit put off by the interlopers. The pair of little woodpeckers are busy on the suet cake. And the entertainment continues.
The kennel is reasonably quiet this week and coupled with good weather, was not a big job. Miss Bella is in charge, tapping that little paw and issuing orders. Sarah is not particularly amused but Scarlett returns soon and will hustle to Bella's beat. Liard is in the double suite and very happy. Ruff accompanies Sarah on her wanderings, enjoying her company and the access to the paddocks.
The house crew love kitchen days. There was plenty of activity and there were lots of dogs to supervise the comings and goings. Piper stayed close, knowing that there was hope for treats at decent intervals. Marilla began her day smuggling the little brown bear outside. Patti was not amused, appropriated it immediately and marched to her lair. There are rules, after all. Clementine packed to go home but at an increased pace. Her mobility is improved even if her appetite is a little less robust. She misses Chantelle and focuses on the gates until her return. There was great relief when Chantelle surfaced at dinnertime; Clem's world returned to its balance.
Dinner was birthday fare. Margot and Margaret, Dawn, Jimmy and Chantelle joined the table to help manage the abundant food offerings. Nobody left hungry. There were carrots in John's favourite maple syrup, snap peas and roast potatoes, gravy and prime rib. There were two pies - lemon meringue and chocolate cream (Rocky Mountain chocolate from Pearson airport) and both were popular. Liberal amounts of wine graced the new glasses and lots of laughter accompanied each course. Birthdays really should come more often.
The kennel is reasonably quiet this week and coupled with good weather, was not a big job. Miss Bella is in charge, tapping that little paw and issuing orders. Sarah is not particularly amused but Scarlett returns soon and will hustle to Bella's beat. Liard is in the double suite and very happy. Ruff accompanies Sarah on her wanderings, enjoying her company and the access to the paddocks.
The house crew love kitchen days. There was plenty of activity and there were lots of dogs to supervise the comings and goings. Piper stayed close, knowing that there was hope for treats at decent intervals. Marilla began her day smuggling the little brown bear outside. Patti was not amused, appropriated it immediately and marched to her lair. There are rules, after all. Clementine packed to go home but at an increased pace. Her mobility is improved even if her appetite is a little less robust. She misses Chantelle and focuses on the gates until her return. There was great relief when Chantelle surfaced at dinnertime; Clem's world returned to its balance.
Dinner was birthday fare. Margot and Margaret, Dawn, Jimmy and Chantelle joined the table to help manage the abundant food offerings. Nobody left hungry. There were carrots in John's favourite maple syrup, snap peas and roast potatoes, gravy and prime rib. There were two pies - lemon meringue and chocolate cream (Rocky Mountain chocolate from Pearson airport) and both were popular. Liberal amounts of wine graced the new glasses and lots of laughter accompanied each course. Birthdays really should come more often.
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