Yours was an adventure. Not one I would like to deal with, but an adventure none the less. I imagine that the porcupine died?
We had a very lazy morning. I was still in my nightie, and starting to get ready to go to my ATC Luncheon, when I suddenly realized that it was just after 12:00, and I was supposed to be out in Selkirk between 10:00 and 12:00 to pick up my piece from the exhibition that closed yesterday. A call to the Gallery indicated that someone was there but he could only promise to be there an hour longer. We both jumped into the car and headed out, only to run into unexpected construction delays. We knew about the construction, as it's been there for a couple of years, but what we didn't anticipate was the heavy highway traffic. Neither of us could figure out why, but where the highway cut down to one lane instead of two, the back-up in both lanes was close to half a mile.
The piece is safely home, but needless to say I didn't make my luncheon.
Almost too hot to do anything. Given all of the blood thinners he takes, David is cold all the time, and felt just pleasant today. I, however, really feel the heat, and spent most of the day in the basement. Th peonies in the house are holding up nicely, and should be around for another day, but in the heat and sun, blooms outside barely last one day. To sleep tonight I have a fan directed to where I usually lie on the bed--just that. So I'm, delaying bed for as long as I can
Sunday, June 30, 2019
Not a happy adventure...
What a terrible thing to happen and the dogs are so vulnerable and unable to help - but just yelp! Thank goodness for those neighbours - they have always been very helpful to you. And Rodney always seems to be the 'go to " guy as well. Maybe just as well that Jim was not a part of it all as that may have caused more undo stress all around?
Woke this morning to a coldish windy morning and yet a bit of blue sky with a promised fairly sunny day. But I don't really believe anything anymore - we were supposed to get rain last night - our water barrels are empty right now and we were hoping to have them fill up naturally.
The fireworks went off as planned last evening and from the house I could hear nothing but bang, bang, sizzle, sizzle for 20 minutes straight. Then after that the cats got all upset - so getting up I realized they had a mouse corralled in the kitchen. I was stymied to get at it but put up a trap beside the fridge and wall where it had taken refuge, heard the trap go off and then Tigger fumbling down the back stairs to the landing. After a funfilled game of cat and mouse I was finally able to capture it under my dish and piece of cardboard and out the front door it went. The rest of the night was uneventful.
We started to do dehydrating yesterday - got a bit of parsley and oregano done and today will keep at it with more of the same and other herbs etc. Looking at your pictures Pati it is obvious that you folks are a bit ahead of us. The peonies here are only in bud right now but the plants look promising. The iris were the best they could be but are now fading. My wild rose bush that we pampered after the situpon was torn down are flourishing and covered with flowers and more buds. I guess it did it well to be separated from the trellis of the old situpon as they are now free standing and looking great.
Well, I splurge this morning and treat myself to a bacon and tomato sandwich for breakfast - I know - but I love it! Take care all -hope everyone is fine!
Woke this morning to a coldish windy morning and yet a bit of blue sky with a promised fairly sunny day. But I don't really believe anything anymore - we were supposed to get rain last night - our water barrels are empty right now and we were hoping to have them fill up naturally.
The fireworks went off as planned last evening and from the house I could hear nothing but bang, bang, sizzle, sizzle for 20 minutes straight. Then after that the cats got all upset - so getting up I realized they had a mouse corralled in the kitchen. I was stymied to get at it but put up a trap beside the fridge and wall where it had taken refuge, heard the trap go off and then Tigger fumbling down the back stairs to the landing. After a funfilled game of cat and mouse I was finally able to capture it under my dish and piece of cardboard and out the front door it went. The rest of the night was uneventful.
We started to do dehydrating yesterday - got a bit of parsley and oregano done and today will keep at it with more of the same and other herbs etc. Looking at your pictures Pati it is obvious that you folks are a bit ahead of us. The peonies here are only in bud right now but the plants look promising. The iris were the best they could be but are now fading. My wild rose bush that we pampered after the situpon was torn down are flourishing and covered with flowers and more buds. I guess it did it well to be separated from the trellis of the old situpon as they are now free standing and looking great.
Well, I splurge this morning and treat myself to a bacon and tomato sandwich for breakfast - I know - but I love it! Take care all -hope everyone is fine!
Saturday, June 29, 2019
Today
today was an adventure. I took the dogs for a walk and just part way down the trail JJ stepped on a baby porcupine hidden in the grass. I took out as many quills as I could and then called the neighbours...” I know this isn’t what you meant when you said to call you if I needed help but....”. Al came over right away and then went home for some sedation. We got out some more and then called in the professional. Rodney has removed many quills from multiple dogs. Meanwhile Jim slept. Now it is raining and the dog still has quills. Al and Carrie went home to eat. Rodney and I are waiting out the rain. JJ is sedated but unfortunately her teeth aren’t. Life goes on. And I didn’t get my walk ☹️
Morning is here...
...and I have my "list" of chores for the day to get at. But first a cup of coffee and a little sit. Harry is on the road already as there are quite a few yard sales as it is the long weekend.
Just came back from our dog walk and I must admit that I am really disappointed that I cannot enjoy my early mornings by sitting out to absorb the solitude as I love to do. Frankly the "bugs" have spoiled my life right now haha! They want to attack my ears and inside both ears is really painful as result of their intrusion. I use Watkins bug lotion as it is the best I have found but still not enough to give me peace.Here is a little quote that I found meaningful for me:
"I cultivate silence every morning. I sit in it, bask in it, wrap it around myself, and hear and feel me. Then wherever the day takes me...(people) get the real me, not someone shaped and altered by the noise around me."
I had a hair cut yesterday and what a great feeling - boosts you up so totally. Then I went to the Library and ordered two more books hoping they will arrive, and then walked over to the bank ( monthly bills and garage sales after all need cash..haha!) Nice to get out for a bit. Then Harry found me at the Bank and we drove to South River to take the dog for a walk - I always loved the park in South River but again further to my comments above, the bugs spoiled the event for me and because he caught me on my walk, I did not even have the bug lotion to use.
Today I would like to find my summer clothes (shorts, light tops etc) They are nicely put away in a big bag labelled "summer cloths" but I cannot find them.I looked in all the usual hiding spots, but to no avail. So I shall put a wash on and then attempt to uncover them downstairs somewhere. Wish me luck!
Have a good Canada Day weekend. I am sure to hear the fireworks here but have no intention of walking down to view them - never really liked the up closeness of watching fireworks. Take care
Just came back from our dog walk and I must admit that I am really disappointed that I cannot enjoy my early mornings by sitting out to absorb the solitude as I love to do. Frankly the "bugs" have spoiled my life right now haha! They want to attack my ears and inside both ears is really painful as result of their intrusion. I use Watkins bug lotion as it is the best I have found but still not enough to give me peace.Here is a little quote that I found meaningful for me:
"I cultivate silence every morning. I sit in it, bask in it, wrap it around myself, and hear and feel me. Then wherever the day takes me...(people) get the real me, not someone shaped and altered by the noise around me."
I had a hair cut yesterday and what a great feeling - boosts you up so totally. Then I went to the Library and ordered two more books hoping they will arrive, and then walked over to the bank ( monthly bills and garage sales after all need cash..haha!) Nice to get out for a bit. Then Harry found me at the Bank and we drove to South River to take the dog for a walk - I always loved the park in South River but again further to my comments above, the bugs spoiled the event for me and because he caught me on my walk, I did not even have the bug lotion to use.
Today I would like to find my summer clothes (shorts, light tops etc) They are nicely put away in a big bag labelled "summer cloths" but I cannot find them.I looked in all the usual hiding spots, but to no avail. So I shall put a wash on and then attempt to uncover them downstairs somewhere. Wish me luck!
Have a good Canada Day weekend. I am sure to hear the fireworks here but have no intention of walking down to view them - never really liked the up closeness of watching fireworks. Take care
Friday, June 28, 2019
Chloe
The picture makes me think of Amber when she was small. The "big hair" has always been Amber's trademark and I see it has moved down a generation. Just like the "Grannie Hands" that Keri inherited. Only reasonable I guess, with the other two, as they share a name.
Well done on getting the picture on the blog, Cathy.
Well done on getting the picture on the blog, Cathy.
Thursday, June 27, 2019
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