A Mixed Bag of a Day, Happy Hour with Great Friends, Pix from Home

Park Place RV Resort

On Sunday, Mar. 20^th it was warm from the very beginning of the day when Gibbs and I got up for our walk. Over 60F/15C at 7:30. I really didn’t even need my hoody, yet I wore it. When we returned home, I was very happy to shed the extra layer. 😊

I bet there was a pretty sunrise but I wasn't up to see it

Bill wasn’t rushing off but he was getting ready to go to the field. There wasn’t much wind but he was going off to visit with the guys regardless. I had already decided to wash the sheets off the bed so walked over that way around 9. I met Nancy and Cooper out for one of their morning walks. When I’d had my tea and the load was done, I returned to transfer them into the dryer.

The Palo Verde trees are really greening up lately

The Azalea bushes are glorious in colour

While waiting for it, I worked at the puzzle. It wasn’t long and I was happy to see Nancy walk in to help. I wasn’t sure if she’d want me to text her so I’m glad she walked over. We finished it! Tadah! 

It's a beautiful challenging puzzle
I think I might take it home if my sisters
are interested. ????

We parted ways with an agreement to get together after lunch. I am looking after Johnathon tomorrow while she looks after her truck so I needed some direction. 😊

The Q mountain always brings back memories
of climbing it with our friends Gerry and Melinda in 2017

I've seen this pretty little Nova before but only from the rear end
It's so nice! I'd love it in my driveway!

Bill and I nipped into Roadrunner Grocers and the Food tent for a few items and then had lunch when we returned. I paid a visit to Nancy’s Reflection to get the scoop on what and how to feed Johnathon, the parrot. I’m up to the task. 

Many rv'ers are preparing to leave the area for their
summer homes
On this lot, the motorcycle, cargo trailer and truck camper have
left

I wonder whose prints these are?
How else can I see out, Mom?

While I was there, I was thoroughly entertained by 12 yr. old, Cooper. What a sweet little guy he is with his antics with the squeaky ball. ♥ It was crazy to see the strong winds turn to rain and we watched the dark clouds to the west move over us.

Cooper loves his squeaky ball and loves it
even more if you play with him

He fetches it, drops it in front of himself and pushes it
ever so gently with his nose ♥

Lori and Roland had invited us to their Alliance site in the parking lot around the corner and that’s where the 3 of us went. It was a sit-inside day but we were all easily seated in their toy hauler. Once more, it was a great Happy Hour and we were entertained by yet another sweet little pooch. Schatzi is 11 but in all of her 6 lbs., she puts you in mind of a 8 month puppy. Except in her antics.

There were some darker clouds that brought rain &
had us retreating to shelter inside our homes
but the rain never lasted long

She was fun to watch and Bill was thrilled that she, for the very first time, jumped up on his lap. He was sitting in ‘Daddy’s chair’ so that may have played a part. 😊 We left before 5 as it was time to start prepping our own supper. I’ve had my pet fix for the day, with the parrot and 2 pups other than our own little bum. The sun had returned and so had some of the heat.

And there was little Schatzi
What a sweetheart ♥

Today wasn’t an overly hot day, reaching 73F/23C, so quite comfortable. I made a pan of lasagna and as usual, it turned out very messy. This time it upset me as it was more like soup. ☹ It tastes good but I’ve just decided that the next time, I will cut the sauce in half. It’s either that or just stop making it! Nancy had given us a package of Caesar salad so we had that on the side plus some of the delicious fresh cheese bread I bought today. Yum!

Supper was good although messy
Typical of my lasagna 

The cookies are a sweet treat

I also made some Oatmeal No Bake cookies and with just 3 ingredients, they were simple and tasted wonderful. Yup, not even keto but still a great treat. They need to stay in the fridge or freezer. With the dishwasher loaded, we spent the evening doing our normal things. Blog, tv, books. It has been a great day.

And 2400 miles away, the Ridge
is clear of snow

Gerry needed 4-wheel drive to get
through some of the snow but he made it
and this is the view looking down to the road
Yes, more snow will fall but this is amazing for March!

Good night!

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A Mixed Bag of a Day, Vaccine Time! A Sale?

The Ridge

On Wednesday, May 26^th (where has the month gone?) I woke up facing the window. I had it open for a lot of the night/morning but when a gust of wind blew in, I closed it. Behind me, I heard then felt some scampering going on. Gibbs was gently pulling at my hair so I rolled over. He’d been up since before 5 and didn’t seem to be settling down for Bill.

The sky is one of those mixed ones that
leaves us guessing what will happen next

We tried to encourage him to relax with us and eventually he did around 5:30. Bill dozed fitfully until he got up for work at 6 and we followed by 6:30. It wasn’t looking like a sunny day, and to be honest, we weren’t really expecting one. The forecast says a high of 23C/74F and chances of rain and thunderstorms. I doubt it will get that warm but we’ll see! We will probably see the sunshine around 5 which has been typical of many days. 😊

Our laneway is beginning to look like a forest
We'll be cleaning it up before our friends bring any
large rv's up, that's for sure!

I left for Durham around 7:15, cleaned and then went to fill our 2^nd water bottle at The Water Store. I picked up another new one at one of the auctions so we’ll get in the motion of filling one as soon as we empty it and always have a spare one on hand. Gibbs was in his crate and I’m sure settled down but he sure cried when I closed the door. It is a good feeling to know that he won’t do it for long and give up the tantrum to rest.

Gibbs' first vet visit in Durham
We couldn't go in, but announced our arrival
and waited in the vehicle until they were ready

When I returned home at 9, it made me smile to see Black Beauty parked beside the Suite. Bill was home, meaning they got rained out. I smiled even more when I saw him standing on the patio mat with Gibbs, watching for Mom. 😊 We came inside and I made my tea and relaxed. It had been raining off and on, not too heavy but heavy enough not to be able to work out there. If it stops, maybe we’ll find an outdoor activity, otherwise, it will be a lazy indoor day.

Gibbs saw other doggies waiting too

We dozed in our chairs and when he wore himself out playing with Monkey and his new rubber ball, Gibbs on the floor where he was cooler. He has a lot of hair for a little guy and it has to be hot. We had some lunch, Bill had beans on toast and I had a wrap, jam-packed with lettuce, cukes, cheese, meat, tomato and mayo. It was sloppy but so delicious and filling. I took my coffee outside with Gibbs and Bill did dishes. Gibbs had eaten a good brekky so I was encouraging a poop.

All done! He'd won their hearts and the vet's assistant brought
him back out to us
Her eyes tell the whole story, don't they?

Not being on the leash, he is a little devil to capture when we want to come in so Bill came out and helped me corner him. :0 At 1, we hopped in the car and drove to Durham for Gibbs’ 10-week vaccine for distemper, hepatitis, parvovirus, parainfluenza and leptospirosis. Say that five times fast! I can’t say them once without reading that. He goes back in mid-June for his booster shot. He doesn’t weigh enough yet to get the flea and tick meds so they’ll weigh him at that time.

The Baltimore Orioles, we had both male and female today,
were happy for the oranges

The staff and other visitors (all of us outside in our vehicles) fell in love with Leroy Jethro Gibbs. Are you surprised? He was so good and even touched noses with another 4-year-old cockapoo who was beautiful and 22 lbs! It will be interesting to see how big our baby grows. Back home, Gibbs was exhausted from the excitement and snoozed on the floor as soon as we came in. Funny, we were exhausted too and dozed ourselves after going through the flyers.

This was a cute picture from last night
I must have been telling about today's appointment
He is so attentive and comfortable

After his vaccine today, he slept a lot
but showed no signs of distress

I received my Alzheimer’s neck buff in the mail so I guess I’m set for the walk on Saturday. I’m sure I’ve pestered enough BUT if you wish to sponsor me for the cause, it’s not too late! Any amount is appreciated and goes to our Grey Bruce IG Wealth Management for Alzheimer’s. You can let me know and I’ll go from there.

My new buff for the walk

The afternoon was half gone and I started a new book by a new author (for me). Davis Bunn’s Lion of Babylon caught my attention on the first page of the first chapter. Another recommendation from my brother-in-law, John. 😊 

The sky cleared up late afternoon, as usual

I had a hard time keeping my eyes open, and so I turned The Incredible Dr. Pol on. I watched that until 5 and then watched NCIS while Bill and Gibbs dozed. At 6, I started supper. Tonight, we had poor man’s chili. Bill had his on toast and I had mine on cauliflower rice.

Supper including dessert was very good

After dishes, Bill fed Gibbs and the evening was pretty quiet. I mentioned that we are selling items on Kijiji and someone says that they are coming from Toronto (2 hours) in the morning. Of course, I’ll be alone. So! I called M and asked if I could give his address and meet the buyer there. That worked out as M has a bit of work I can do while I’m waiting. I feel better knowing that I’ll have someone else around. IF the guy even shows. If I don’t hear from him, I’ll move on to the next interested person.

There are Chippy's running around but only a couple
so far
Gibbs hasn't seen them too much yet, I know
he'll chase them and we don't want him chasing them over
the edge to the pond so are very watchful🐶🐹
By the way, we have caught 4 mice in our traps, in 4 days
There can't be more!!

Good night everyone!

This was a lazy day but we got our little boy taken care of for the time being. Thank you for your visit today. Your comments are always welcome.