Slept In! Foggy Morning, Friends Depart, Empty Late Afternoon

The Ridge

 On Sunday, July 14^th I woke at 5 and rolled over all 4 ways until 6 when I last looked at the clock. It was too early to get up on a day off especially! Bill was still sound asleep. Next thing I knew, it was 7:30 and the space beside me was empty. After getting up and coming downstairs, Bill told me he’d only been up 20 minutes so we both slept in a bit.

Foggy across the pond and on North Line

It felt warm in the Suite after last night’s cool down but we had closed our windows before going to bed around 10:30. I looked outside and it was too foggy across the area and the pond to go for a walk. I couldn’t see North Line so I made my tea and joined Bill until he headed down to the Hangar. Jo-Ann was outside with Higgins so I took my coffee out and sat at the King chairs. With her drink, she soon joined me.

back window - no sunrise

We looked at some of her pictures of Arizona from 2014 and then took Higgins for a walk to Turbine Lane. She made me work this morning! She really moves and this ole gal had a time keeping steps with her. It was good for me though and once I got the groove, coming back was much easier. She said she was trying to ‘rein’ it in too! Higgins was a good boy and used his ‘new to him’ retractable leash.

And then by 8, the fog was gone

And the sky was gorgeous

Last night, a lot of Clemson’s things moved to a new home, a new puppy and we feel really good about that. Setting up a new trailer is the perfect time to have duplicates of things and when you have a pooch, he needs duplicates as well. Clemson liked Higgins when they had their first meeting in June so we know he’d be happy to share his stuff.

so, we followed Higgins down the road

There has to be a setting on my phone camera that I'm missing
The selfie pictures are blurry

We sat with the boys for a while outside when we returned until 9:30 when I made Bill his bacon and eggs.

The guys were chilling in the shade when we returned

They had finished laying the flooring in the Hangar last night and it is looking mighty fine! I’m happy because Bill is happy and that is putting it mildly. Bob was a huge help in getting that project to 95% completion. Awesome! After breakfast, we all hopped into Black Beauty and drove over to the Acreage. Gerry had invited us over to show Bob and Jo-Ann their summer haven.

No b & e for me today
Instead I had this filling brunch on a pretty plate

Higgins curled up on the car bed we gave him

Bill filled the water bladder as well and we’ll use it either for washing a vehicle or two and/or topping up our fresh water tank. At least we have it on hand and he was able to show Bob our easy procedure for getting water. They liked Donna and Gerry’s Landmark 5^th wheel, made by Heartland as is their Redwood. The Acreage received praises too and then we sat with Mike at the pond. None of us was more surprised (or should I say shocked?) than Jo-Ann when Higgins walked to the end of the dock and jumped in the pond! A squeal from her got our attention.

The little drowned rat

Bob emptied his pockets, and so did Bill, prepared to jump in after him. He’s just a little guy but also smart and turned around swimming to the dock, saving both guys from getting wet. It was scary, comical and so cute all at the same time. Jo-Ann was afraid he’d do it again so we put him on a rope that Gerry had. Now, soaking wet, he looked even more like our little Clemmy.

Mama says 'No more water, Higgins'

The guys all got a kick out of Higgins' swim

Clem did NOT like water and the only time he swam like that was when Bill took him into the pond about 6’ out and let him swim to shore. Let’s just say we were all entertained today. 

Roped in, he chewed on a stick and dried quickly
in the hot sun

Soon enough, we headed back home and our company began packing up. Oh, after a group photo on my funky tripod and phone camera. All the grumbling we endured from Bob and Bill about taking a picture. Good grief! This is memory making time!

Still blurry but a nice picture of the 5 of us

They were ready to pull out around 2:30 and I asked ‘were they not wanting to dump?’ Oh yes! They may as well, instead of going to a park in Tavistock. This was another ‘virgin’ project so it was good that Bill could help show Bob the process. The first time is always a bit intimidating so it went well and he learned for the next time. We waved goodbye as they went down the laneway. It was a great visit and we were happy to get to know them better.

Easy fold-up steps

For some reason, Bill and I felt kapooped so came inside with our books. Well, I tried sitting outside first and the sweat bees drove me nuts again so that didn’t last. I moved inside and relaxed. We read, dozed, read some more and then around 5:30 we got the ‘arrived home safely’ text. Now we can really relax. We certainly hope they come back and we would like to accept their invitation to their cottage at Turkey Point soon. I’ve never stayed at anyone’s cottage (without our own rv).

Higgins waits in the shade 

Jo-ann closing hatches

Bill went to the Hangar to do a bit more sanding for his base board trim and then at 6:00 after I took a walk down the lane, he lit the Weber and grilled burgers for supper. I debated the bun but went with it in the end. It was a filling burger; no salad was necessary. For dessert, no rhubarb custard tonight, we finished the last two Creamy lime Jell-o dishes with a Fat Bomb. I need to pester Jo-Ann for the recipe for the rhubarb dish, loved by all of us.

And Higgy and I stayed out of the way and
took selfies

After dishes, Bill went down to primer his wood pieces and then called it quits for the night. I’m not showing you the flooring intentionally, once it is done Bill can take pictures and write his own post. This was a wonderful day although we were saddened to say goodbye. The time spent with them and little Higgins was A-1. I had a sweet cuddle with him on my lap while the hooking up process was going on.

all hooked up

Ready to go on his new bed

He kept his eye on Jo-Ann but only a couple of times seemed like he wanted to jump down. I think he was tired out. I hope your day was a good one too! The weather was absolutely perfect reaching a high of 77F/25C and hardly any wind to speak of all day. Let’s have a repeat tomorrow!

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Good night from the Ridge

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Foggy, Cloudy, Cooler but Muggy Day. Small Things Close to Home.

It was a very foggy start to the day on Thursday, Aug. 3^rd. We rose about 7 and Bill commented on how much he likes our new bamboo pillows. I pretty much sleep well, no matter what pillow or what bed I’m sleeping in. After our coffee and tea and blog reads, Bill checked our fresh water tank. We knew it was getting down since we’d shared some of our last fill up with Gerry when they arrived.

This is never a problem, water is easily accessible and Bill can go, fill our bladder and return within half an hour. We will go once more before the weekend to top us up and George will need water for their motor home. I felt the cooler air slipping in through the windows as I sit here writing so had to close a few. 18C is a big change from 28C of the previous day! Looks like a few days of storms ahead.

The fog started to clear around 9

I took one look at the dust gathering inside our Suite and on our furnishings and decided now was a good time to take care of that. It smells so good after I’m finished with the cleaner. I poured another tea and pulled my container of the smoothie I made out for breakfast. It will tide me over until noon hour. I see there is a small part bag of rhubarb left in the fridge too so stewed it up on the stove.

George and Suzie headed off to visit family around 10:30 and I left soon after as I had one quick stop in town. After my stop, I dropped in on Mom and got my weekly hugs and kisses. She was adorned in her necklaces and was thrilled to see me. I was happy to see her working on a small jigsaw puzzle by herself. Even though she admits that she is often lonely, she finds things to do to fill the time.

When I left her at her dining table for lunch I stopped to say hello to Aunt Mary. She watched me cross the dining area with Mom and I would never think of leaving the room without stopping. She was dressed in a white blouse and I complimented her on her appearance. I said bye bye to her and waved a few more times to Mom as I made my way to the exit.

"You've got mail!"

I returned home after picking up a couple of greeting cards at Smart Buys. Bill had finished installing the new solar motion light we bought and we sat down to read. We walked to the mailbox after seeing the mail truck stop. Just flyers and our Trailer Life magazine but things we always expect.

Preparing to mount the outside solar panel

The motion sensor light installed inside

Now we'll have light when we walk into the Restroom
Before at dark you needed to carry a flashlight or lantern

I’m still into this Michael Connelly book and finally had a chance to get back at it for a while. It is a great book but I get distracted easily when we have things going on. So today I read a few chapters and relaxed outside until the air cooled even more and the sky was ready to release the rain. We’re a little ‘rain shy’ now after that last storm as there is definitely no room for more damage to the laneway.

Another wonderful page turner

We came inside and watched some tv for a couple of hours before starting the barbecue. I had been stretched out in my recliner watching the shows Bill had on. As I got up to help Bill prepare our food, one of those nasty dizzy spells came over me. Wow, I haven’t had one of those for quite a while and I haven’t missed it, let me tell you.

Anyway, it dawned on me that I had gone all day up until 6 without drinking any water. I should know better. The morning teas don’t seem to be enough some days and even though it was not a hot day with me sitting outside, it affected me. So, I grabbed a bottle from the fridge and drank most of it immediately.

The sky cleared and mugginess returned

Bill was on his own to make our burgers and corn on the cob for supper. I had to lie back down. After getting up a few times to get condiments out and set the table, it passed and I was able to sit with him at the table to enjoy the delicious supper. Weird, thank goodness that is only the 5^th spell I’ve had like that over the course of 5 or 6 years.

On our walk to get the mail, I was sad to see these little guys didn't make it

After we cleaned up the dishes, we settled in front of the television again. Not much is on so we watched two episodes of Still Standing with Johnny Harris. If you have never seen him in anything but Murdoch Mysteries, you’re missing out. He is adorable and quite hilarious.

First peppers from my garden and more swiss chard

I put my post together sitting in my chair and downloaded pictures in the morning. I’m not going to push my luck tonight by staring at a computer screen too long. I’ve had a pretty good day, a little quieter, a little cooler and a little more relaxed. I hope you have as well.

Yay, I ended up with $5 from this scratch ticket
$2 profit and 10 minutes of fun

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