Tidying Up, Bill Gets Two Extra Hands, Company for a Fire

The Ridge

On Saturday, June 17^th we weren’t in a rush to rise. It was almost 7:30 when Gibbs and I got up, earlier for Bill. He’d showered before I even knew he was out of bed. Needless to say, I slept well. I had my tea and after he had his breakfast, he said goodbye and headed to the field. It didn’t take him long to hook up the cargo trailer (with all his planes etc.) and pull off down the lane. Gibbs watched him go, quietly from my dining chair.

Good morning.
You can see how things have grown since we returned.

Two views of the wildflowers we picked on 
our morning walk. This one with no sun.

In the sun's rays.
I like them both!

It was a Fun Fly day at the Saugeen Flyers field so, although I forgot, he had lunch there with the guys too. I busied myself, first by taking my book outside and finishing the last few chapters. What a nail biter! I love stories like that that keep you guessing. With that done, I got the mower out, my small one, and cut the grass in areas that Bill couldn’t get at the other day with the rider. I didn’t want to get the weed eater out so put my gloves on and pulled tall grasses as I went. I like to see things looking neat, we both do. 😊

Waiting for someone to come home

The Supervisor from inside
watching Daddy park the cargo trailer

I was done on time for my ‘coffee break’ and took it outside in a to-go mug while Gibbs and I filled the bird feeders. Then I decided to move the 4-hook shepherd’s crook from the fence (where Chippy has full access) out to an area where I could easily pound it into the ground. It isn’t sturdy enough for a heavy plant but it is perfect for a couple or three bird feeders.

I hope this works, the
birds have found their feeders

I’m quite pleased that I was able to get it pounded into our rocky ground and am even considering picking up one more. I’m so frustrated with Chippy and our newest visitor, Mr. Squirrel, knocking the feeders out of the trees. Plus, the whole hummingbird feeder thing is not working out too well this year either. I’ve come to the conclusion that they are all leaking, no way will the few hummers and orioles empty the whole thing in one day. I’m not sure yet what I’ll do about that. ☹

With 3 good hands and one bum arm,
they worked easily and quickly
on cementing the flag pole into the hole Bill had pre-dug
a couple of weeks ago

I invited our friends over for a couple of hours this afternoon only to have to renege on the invite a couple of hours later. Duh! 

Gibbs checks it all out

I’d forgot that Gerry and Mike were coming to help Bill mix cement and pour it for his flag pole. The dreaded cement that is the cause of his discomfort right now. I didn’t know how long they’d be here so thought it better to postpone the visitors until tomorrow. I hope it works out, we’ve only seen them once this spring.

Now to let it set before we fill it in with the rocky soil
again

Bill was home by 1 and Mike arrived by 1:30. Gerry didn’t make it as he got called away but the two of them were able to get it done by shortly after 3. I know Bill is a happy man as he loves the whole flying flag idea. 😉 

While in the Bunky, I noticed this
painted turtle meaner by

I worked on the Noah’s Ark puzzle and Gibbs ran around and supervised the boys. Checking things out in the hole and keeping an eye on Mike’s water bottle. Actually, he kept trying to steal it!

It's coming along quite well and
it's fun to work on.

We enjoyed the rest of the afternoon and since we had no hamburger buns left, had grilled burgers in sausage buns. We’ve done that before! They were filling and tasty.

Just after supper, a fewclouds found their way
to join the sun before it set

Bill started a fire in our pit, first one this year, and Donna, Gerry and Mike joined us around 7:30. It was a beautiful day, starting out around 12C/55F and reaching a pleasant 21C/69F by late day. The winds were strong for a while but calmed down, as they always seem to, by 7.

Good night!

On the 16th little Alexander
turned one month old.
This is his super hero pose. 💓

Another beautiful grandson to cherish.
Krystal posted these pictures so I had to share.
Now, good night!

Thank you for your visit! Happy Father’s Day tomorrow to all you Dad’s out there! ♥

My Delivery! Gorgeous but Cool Morning, Party, Ride, Campfire, Birthday

The Ridge

Saturday, Aug. 27^th, I didn’t have to get up for anything specific so it was 7:30 when I got up. Gibbs only jumped off the bed a few minutes before me because he heard his Daddy into the cookie cupboard. Bill was getting ready to go flying and was packing some snacks. It’s a cool 10C/50F when I came downstairs so when Bill left, I turned the furnace on for a couple of cycles. I know that’s silly but it was 14C/60F inside our home and I was chilly.

We had a nice walk
longer than normal

The house on the corner has this
in their yard
I had to look twice and then realized it was just target practice

I had my tea snuggled with Gibbs and then we went for a walk. I knew that would warm me up so I turned the furnace off before we went out. It was a great walk, down as far as M’s shop when Gibbs decided it was far enough. 😊 I will be unplugging from power today too; the sky is fully blue. Love these days! It will be quite warm by mid-afternoon, somewhere near 30C/84F, so I may regret not keeping things closed up at some point. We’ll see.

My latest book

I forgot to mention that I received a delivery yesterday when I was in Hanover. No signature was required but at least Bill was here to accept it. 😊 The photobook that I’ve been working on during August arrived! I’m always excited to see the finished product and Bill pleases me that he is always anxious to read it too. ♥ I think I mentioned it was a new company, if I mentioned the book at all, and I went a bit too big on the font (the better for older eyes to read it!), but I’m very pleased.

The hummers are so cute to watch
but a challenge to capture on camera
when swinging in a hammock with Gibbs

Unless I tell him to get off the hammock,
he waits for me to come back

Gibbs and I hung around outside with the birds, swinging in the hammock until Bill texted at 12:40 that he was leaving the field. I came in and made some toast and peanut butter for a quick lunch. I was thinking there would be food at the party we’re going to. Yes, we’ve been invited to our neighbour’s place, 2 doors down, to a Housewarming/Birthday party for 6-year-old, Carson.

#4
I'm still baffled

One eggplant is flowering nicely
I don't know if it will be ready for harvesting
before we leave though

The tomatoes are happy!

Meagan gave us a heads up that there would be about 15 little ones and their parents. 😊 We won’t stay long, methinks! We dressed in our jeans, even though it was a hot day, and we rode Jazz down the road. I’d listened to Carson and his brother on their dirt bikes all morning so we decided to show them ours. Ha ha.

I was happy to see white hosta flowers
A nice change from the usual purple 

Chicka-dee-dee-dee

King of the castle
Ever wondered why birds perch on the tallest branch?

Meagan met us with hugs and we were introduced to many young people, 3 sets of parents (in-laws plus step parents), and about 6 large friendly dogs. The place was buzzing. 😊 They have lots of room for the overnight, shelter tents and a parent’s trailer. 

This is actually Carson's little brother, Colton,
opening some gifts too.
I remember doing that for our children

The family dogs
Luna is on the left, Gibbs' furry 'fighter'

It was nice to be included and after a tour of the house and chit chat for about 90 minutes, I slipped into my boots and leather jacket and we went for a bike ride for a couple of hours. It was perfect weather.

A few places on our ride
Mount Forest

Clifford

Clifford wins the prize for the most
gorgeous flowers along the Main street

Neustadt
Prettiest town in Ontario?
So the sign says

It does have some pretty cool looking
buildings, of which are still in business

On the way home, we were hungry around 5 so stopped at our favourite stop, Jenny G’s, for fish and chips. Oh my, they were very good. Back home, we felt exhausted so cat-napped for half hour. 

There was a Harvard flying over
It wasn't easy to catch a moving target in that
blue sky on a moving motorcycle!

Are the kids ready to go back?
I'm sure it's 50/50

Droool, this was delicious!

A selfie on the bike
Not a halo, just bright sun behind me 😂

Bill slept and Gibbs and I rested. I can never drop off so easily in the afternoon. We were having a campfire tonight so invited Donna and Gerry over around 7. It started out to be a very calm night but by 10, the winds from the south were cool on our backs.

Gibbs was a little imp around the fire
Good thing we love him
He went inside around 9:30 and went to bed. 💗

Long post, many pictures, a day late.
Good night!

This was a busy but good day for all of us. 

My big sister is having a birthday today. Happy Birthday, Gayle!

Thank you for stopping by!

Another White Sky Morning, Doing Our Own Things, Visit with Mom

Bill and I both woke up together on Friday, Aug. 3^rd when Clemson had to go out. Since he hopped up onto the couch, it gave us more time to cuddle, closer. He is in between us 95% of the time so we take advantage when we can. Since I’d been in bed since 9:30, I was soon up and left Bill to try and drop off to sleep again.

Good morning, Pond reflections

It was 7:30 when I headed out the door, leaving sleeping beauty, and walked east on North Line. I could see George headed in the westerly direction and didn’t want to step on his heels. I walk faster than he does. When I got to the farmhouse at the top of the hill, I turned around and headed the other way. George was on his way back home when we passed each other and I kept going, down Baptist Church Road to the second house to the north.

the farmer who owns the cattle across from us lives here

We picked the perfect time to walk, as it got quite hot and humid later in the morning. Bill was up and had had his shower when I returned and we had a hot drink together while checking blog posts. 

From a different angle, I can see 4 turbines

Well, look at that! A campground through the trees
Oh, wait a minute. That is the Ridge!

His mind was on his planes and went out to work on a few of those, trying to get them running. I’m glad he is showing some interest in them again, he loves the hobby and sometimes is kept too busy around here with other things.

The pretty orange berries of the Ash Tree

My turn to hop in the shower so I came inside and took care of that. It was about 10:15 when I started frying up our bacon and eggs, called Bill in at 10:30 and was on my way to Durham at 10:45. That was a busy hour! We left the dishes until later, just rinsing the plates in the sink for now. I said goodbye to Bill and he sent me with a ‘smooch’ for Mom as she always sends a specific one home for him. 😊

I love the branches on this tree
Looks like a big family like some Saguaro cactus we've seen
in the southwest

I found Mom in her room, sitting on her arm chair looking out the window. Things were neat and tidy and looking back to normal. Her babies were no longer in the pillow case, but instead spread out nicely across her pillow. She was not confused, knew exactly where she was but didn’t remember that she ate in the dining room. No worries. I suggested we go outside for a walk and she thought that was a great idea.

Mom and I took a walk today
She felt free!

We walked down to the school driveway and back and then moved the chairs into the shade of the tree and sat for the remainder of our visit. Her spirit was wonderful and we had a nice time together. Some days it is so easy to make her giggle like a school girl. I love those times. I took her into the dining room for her lunch and gave her the ‘smooch’ from Bill. That got a chuckle and she pointed a finger at me and said ‘you got me!’ On my way out, a brief hello to Aunt Mary and then the continued wave and kisses all the way out the door.

And then we came back and sat in the shade until her lunch time
Doesn't she look great?

Back home, I relaxed in the shade for a while

I went in to Foodland for something and scooted for home, glad to get out of that busy little hubbub. We sat outside together for a while and Bill and I shared the remainder of the Caramel Apple Dip and a Granny Smith apple. Bill enjoys the word searches so after we’d plucked away at the crossword, he worked on that until Happy Hour. We moved to the shade of the cherry tree and caught up on things.

Rose and George relaxing in the shade too

I tied two of my potted tomato plants to
my ornament shelf

Before everyone joined us, I used some of Bill’s heavy-duty string to stabilize a couple of my tall tomato plants and stakes. They were getting top heavy with the weight of the tomatoes so I used my little shelf to secure them. I have more in the garden that need attention so will work on that tomorrow. Some just need stakes hammered further into the ground. I offered Pat and Suzie a couple of tomatoes and need to take some to Rose as well.

When Rob and Pat returned from Hanover and Durham
she brought me these beautiful sunflowers
They look droopy now but they perked up after having a drink
from our rain bucket

Gerry had driven over at 3:30 to pick George G. and Rose up to go and see a property in the area and to show them the Acreage. By the time we had all split up because of the lateness of the hour, the cooler winds and began our preps for supper, Gerry returned. We couldn’t tell if the black sky and thunder storms were headed our way or not so we closed up the sheds and cargo trailer and brought the awnings in.

Depending on which way you turned, these 3 pictures were taken within seconds of each other
to the north west

to the east

to the west

We had burgers and corn on the cob and it was delicious. So easy but so good. With dishes cleaned up, Clemson and I walked down to see if there was any mail. 

Looks simple but it was delicious!

I got my exercises as I walked and while I got my arms moving there, Clemson got his exercise on his legs by running 75% of the way down and back. What a goof! Ears flopping as he ran until he realized he is way ahead of me and has to stop and check up on me.

Coming, Mom?

Inside, we noticed our kitchen faucet needs another good cleaning so we soaked it in vinegar. Bill also said the Water Pik needs the same treatment so he took care of that. 

Rinsing the Water Pik with vinegar

The dark skies had moved on past and darned if the sun didn’t return and warm it up all over again. Bill had decided to have a fire tonight since it may be the last night here for Rose and George. They have been invited to move to their daughter’s in Mount Forest.

After supper, this was the sky that moved in

We are really enjoying our friends spending time with us up here on the Ridge but it is up to each of them when they need to move on. We are grateful for their visits. I changed into long pants and long sleeves and joined the gang outside for the fire. 

Looking up at Clemson, Rob's GMC is parked under our canopy
Brightens up the place, doesn't it?

It was a very calm night although Bill had some wind while waiting for it to light. The sky was beautiful tonight too and we all tried to capture the red sunset. I just like the way the pink plays with the clouds like candy floss.

By 9:30 everyone but George G., Bill and I had gone inside and when the mosquitoes made an appearance and seemed hungry, we said goodnight and came inside. This has been a great day, no complaints at all so I dare say a perfect day. I hope you can say the same.

I couldn't capture a very good picture of the red sun so this will have to do

another nice fire before George and Rose leave tomorrow

Goodnight from the Ridge

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