08-22-21 Sacrifices make good decisions
I started my day making the smoothie recommended by the handsome man in Safeway. I used rice milk, banana, avocado and apple. It was actually delicious and just the right texture as well! The rain has really made my Double Knock Out rose bush and my sunflowers flourish.
I had originally planned to get my kids help to move my yard items around but now it is raining off and on again every half an hour so I am going to wait until after the last of the rentals. I had been asked to go out to the Ranch to see my Jeep and make a restoration plan so I took the opportunity. I wanted to ride my bike but the weather was too cool and sketchy. I was so impressed with the diagnosis so far. They made a list and Lance was very honest and sincere in being sure they only ever do what I want and will afford. After all the explanations and review I decided to go for it. I am going to try to get the parts needed and they will do the labour and bill me. It won’t be cheap but I want to get all the mechanical and electrical done and then I will find a knowledgeable paint and body guy to make one of the original colour combos. The one I really like is the dark navy blue with yellow rims. I have told them not to rush and that this can be a winter project. There are many things involved in this deal that can work out for all of us. Time will tell. It was great to get advice on a trailer and have someone understand my attachment to the vehicle. Now I start saving.
A big difference at Lake Kookanusa since I was last there.
During the Autumn after my Father Gene died, a friend held a Scotch tasting party at his Art Gallery. I went to honour my Dad who loved the wretched stuff. On that night I discovered that I just didn’t like the cheap stuff and have toasted his memory with it ever since. Now, 17 years later, I raise a glass to that friend, Matt Steffich, on the night of his celebration of life on Salt Spring Island. Wish I were there. Slàinte!
I spent time covering the combi-camp to ensure no more rain soaks through and the made up the bed for tomorrow night’s guest. I am grateful to Lance for giving me boxes of medical grade gloves. I am going to donate some to the theatre for cleaning and keep some for cleaning here. I think it looks ok, not trashy at all, lol. At least it will be dry.
triumphgal 