It was a spring day - sunny with cool breezes. the tulips are blooming - some coming to their seasonal climax, underlying the fruit trees resplendent with blossoms and leaves now noticeable although not full on most trees. The early growth was stayed by the late April and early May rains so it is back to the regular schedule. Grass is being mowed and the dandelion crop is strong. On the trip across the county Sunday, full fields were solidly marked with the vibrant and ubiquitous spring weed. Phil the pheasant returned to his spot under the chestnut tree early - the first sighting for several weeks and always a welcome sight. Lee took Lola for her trip to the Vet for blood work early in the morning. On the return of the Regalridgemobile, a lobster lunch was made and a trip to the nursing home made. Shelagh is very, very fond of lobster, melted butter and chocolate mousse. There was some conversation between bites but not much until the last of the meal. Speech continues to improve, effort bringing good results in recalling specific words and in being able to find the method to pronounce them given the aftereffects of the stroke. While somewhat gaunt, Shelagh is in reasonably good humour and certainly is keeping track of who has and has not been to visit . . . Chantelle?! She is awaiting cataract surgery and until that occurs is coping with very limited sight, unable to see her computer screen or television. Certainly, the surgery will re-open her world and is much looked forward to.
The kennel is ticking along. Miss Sarah found her way to visit Ken in the grooming room, much to Our Ken's delight. The afternoon was spent hammering. Marguerite has been trimmed in anticipation of her delivery within the week. She is as happy as an Airedale can be, running in the yard and carrying her family with gay abandon. Coby is enjoying his plays with Gabe and Marilla. Scarlett has Lola firmly convinced that she knows everything and will share that deep knowledge if Lola plays nice.
The house crew love this weather. Twenty three degree highs with breezes ensures Charlotte is out until the sun goes down. The smile is on her face even as she sleeps. Einstein spent his day busily hunting socks, announcing each conquest in the loudest of feline howls. The dogs were on full alert, amazed at his prowess. There were many games of ball and chase - instigated by Gabe and Dolly. Dolly is quite certain she won every game. Gabe doesn't care as long as the chase is on.
Dinner was grilled chicken souvlaki, new potatoes, a tomato-fresh parm scallop and corn on the cob. All is well.
The kennel is ticking along. Miss Sarah found her way to visit Ken in the grooming room, much to Our Ken's delight. The afternoon was spent hammering. Marguerite has been trimmed in anticipation of her delivery within the week. She is as happy as an Airedale can be, running in the yard and carrying her family with gay abandon. Coby is enjoying his plays with Gabe and Marilla. Scarlett has Lola firmly convinced that she knows everything and will share that deep knowledge if Lola plays nice.
The house crew love this weather. Twenty three degree highs with breezes ensures Charlotte is out until the sun goes down. The smile is on her face even as she sleeps. Einstein spent his day busily hunting socks, announcing each conquest in the loudest of feline howls. The dogs were on full alert, amazed at his prowess. There were many games of ball and chase - instigated by Gabe and Dolly. Dolly is quite certain she won every game. Gabe doesn't care as long as the chase is on.
Dinner was grilled chicken souvlaki, new potatoes, a tomato-fresh parm scallop and corn on the cob. All is well.
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