Monday, Aug. 28th we were
up at the crack of dawn, literally. Since bedtime for both of us was early we
were awake and mobile at 6:15. The plan was to get ready and on the road by 8
am. Bill had breakfast and a coffee while I showered and then I read posts
while he did. This was my doctor’s checkup in London and because of the usual
bloodwork, I drank a glass of water in lieu of my tea.
Good morning! |
I watched the beautiful sunrise and
snapped some photos still in my housecoat. Checking the weather forecast for
that area, we chose appropriate attire. Nothing like being 3 hours from home
and you are dressed too warm or too cold. Today it would be 23C in London so
not too hot and not too cold. We decided last night to bring Clemson along for
the ride since it could be a long day for him.
By 8 am we were ready to roll. We had
a gas coupon for .04 cents/litre off at a Shell station and the gas meter was
hovering between the quarter and the half tank mark. We knew we would make it
to our destination and there would be a Shell station on Fanshawe Park Rd. We
made good time since the traffic was pretty light and pulled in for gas at
10:15.
New sign on the building |
We’re too cheap to pay to park at the
doctor’s office, so we park next door at the Starbuck’s on the corner. Bill
would be in the car with Clemson so if he was challenged, he could move. We
never have a problem. So, in I went and Dr. Persaud saw me right on time at 11
o’clock. It has been almost 2 years since I saw him last so we had a nice bit
of catch up. He is always very pleased with my health and when he says goodbye
always says ‘don’t change a thing!’
Bill and Clemson in the Cataloguing Department |
I went downstairs to LifeLabs and
fulfilled the bloodwork requisition before meeting Bill in the car. Oh, before
I slipped out of the office Dr. Persaud called me and asked when I had had my
last tetanus shot. Since I couldn’t recall, it meant more than enough time had
passed so he gave me one. Last thing I need when south of the border is to cut
myself and wonder.
My girl, Saira, always smiling, always positive I miss her the most, we connected so well |
We left there and drove to Wonderland
Road for something to eat. A & W has been our fast food choice as of late,
so that is where we went. While Bill took Clem for a walk and a drink I went in
and got our Teen Burgers and Fries, with of course, root beer. We were both
pleased with his weigh scales so I’m not going to cry over the extra carbs
tonight. I was hungry!
Saira, Joanne, Catharine and Alison |
Bill drove to Princess Auto and I
waited in the car while he went in looking for something on special. I haven’t
been to see our former co-workers since we came home in April so that is where
we went. It was great to see Deb, Kim, Joanne and especially Saira. She was so
excited and took Bill and I out to see her new car, just a couple of days old.
I can say one thing, it is SO Saira. We loved it.
Love her new little SUV it is the perfect colour for my bright friend |
Even the name is cute |
We headed home by 2:30 and after
taking turns driving, we drove up our lane at 15 to 5, just in time for Clemson’s
supper. After our big lunch meal, we weren’t too hungry so after I relaxed on
the couch, we decided on a simple toasted tomato sandwich would do nicely. I
had mine with peanut butter, mayo and lettuce. Yum.
From the left, is my wood cardinal and little pink volkswagon I left these with Joanne on my last day |
Caught these guys finishing up their lunch John on the left, the Manager of the building Tim on the right always the clown |
Very odd to be in the old work place - not a tinge of sadness |
I hope your day was a good one. Ours
was a lot of driving but some visiting as well as a necessary checkup. Another
thing to cross off our list of things to do before heading south.
Not much of a sky tonight but pretty all the same |
Thank you for taking the time to read
today. Your comments are appreciated.
Nice to get those doctor appointments out of the way and visit with you previous co-workers.
ReplyDeleteAn accomplishing day! :)
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DeleteAlways a good feeling to have the dr appointment out of the way and with good news! Glad you enjoyed visiting with old co workers and also feeling no sadness at being retired. I'm thinking truck driving school is required because of the size of your rig?
ReplyDeleteYes, it has been a headache since we found out the regulations. We'd hate to be pulled over and Bill not have the proper license. This is our home and worse case scenario in some states is impounding. :( He is trying once more anyway and see if he can get it.
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