Cactus may be the gardener's next foray. An entire bed is being developed with perennials. Annuals will soon be a thing of the past from Our Ken's perspective, too water-dependent. And the forecaster on the evening news simply says, with the grace to look miserable, "more of the same for tomorrow". Humidity in August is the norm. The long term dry conditions, not so much. Lee had appointments in the city. And McDonald's saved the day. Stopping through the drive through for the requisite beverage for the trek, the wallet was reached for, only to come up wanting. Having taken it out early in the day, it rested comfortably on Lee's desk. Scraping up a few dollars from the ever-able handbag, a package of chicken nuggets was taken back to Ken as Lee whistled through the house, collecting the errant credit cards and money then scooting into the city, hoping to stay under the radar - literally. The appointments were followed by a Costco run. Christmas paper and decorations abound. And a roll of paper came home, not needed, not on the list, not even chosen as Lee recalls the trip. That darned stuff simply leaps into the cart on its own. Our Ken held the fort, made a mess in the kitchen and complained to the dogs since there were no people to nod sagely in agreement. Chantelle, it was reported, surfaced and departed without chatting with the Alpha Male. And he had a list of Chantelle questions at the ready. That girl is nobody's fool.
The kennel is ticking along nicely. Bella Sheltie is a real favourite, keeping track of Lily the Lab and teaching her the ropes. We reckon Lily will be herding soon and retrieving will be a thing of the past. The little Shih Tzu, Scottie, is settled and Bella Shih Tzu is making him welcome as only little Bella can. Sarah is pining for company and has heard a rumour that Penny is coming to visit.
Lola is now spending time with the rest of the Airedales as her family is acclimating to the den. They are learning to eat puppy food, considering it a poor substitute for Mom but approving the goat's milk formula. It is a sturdy litter, uniform in size and temperament to this stage. The house crew have welcomed Lola into their midst with true Regalridge hospitality. She is back among friends. Piper gave Lee a good whack across the leg on her return from the city, noting that permission had not been requested to leave the property. Gotta love Piper. Patti is well and eating up a storm. Ken's grilled burgers are the favourite offering at the moment.
Dinner was lovely grilled salmon steaks, potatoes and green and yellow beans, blueberry lemon pound cake and a little wine. Life ticks along.
The kennel is ticking along nicely. Bella Sheltie is a real favourite, keeping track of Lily the Lab and teaching her the ropes. We reckon Lily will be herding soon and retrieving will be a thing of the past. The little Shih Tzu, Scottie, is settled and Bella Shih Tzu is making him welcome as only little Bella can. Sarah is pining for company and has heard a rumour that Penny is coming to visit.
Lola is now spending time with the rest of the Airedales as her family is acclimating to the den. They are learning to eat puppy food, considering it a poor substitute for Mom but approving the goat's milk formula. It is a sturdy litter, uniform in size and temperament to this stage. The house crew have welcomed Lola into their midst with true Regalridge hospitality. She is back among friends. Piper gave Lee a good whack across the leg on her return from the city, noting that permission had not been requested to leave the property. Gotta love Piper. Patti is well and eating up a storm. Ken's grilled burgers are the favourite offering at the moment.
Dinner was lovely grilled salmon steaks, potatoes and green and yellow beans, blueberry lemon pound cake and a little wine. Life ticks along.
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