Woke up way too early, watched more of Umbrella Academy which I’m really enjoying.
Started my day off with the monthly ABC Zoom meeting. It was so nice to sit outside and visit with friends in three countries. We always meander through some great conversations and laughs. We always skirt round the possibility of getting together again but it seems a pipe dream.
It had been far too long since I communicated with Jackie so she was the next FaceTime I showed her pictures of my new office and toured the garden. Didn’t get to talk long as Diane messaged that our wine bottling was bumped an hour and I still needed to clean the labels off all my bottles.
The bottling was fun as always. I used all my Naked Wines bottle collection as well as my cobalt blue ones.
Tried to nap as it was so hot. Decided to sort and tidy for company. Made up the bed in the tent trailer. Was sweaty when I was finished. Rae showed up first and we had a lovely visit. Kimberly and her pup, Penelope were next, followed by Viola and eventually Diane. We had snacks, I had completed the cheesecake with a topping of Blueberry sauce and chocolate drizzle. we sipped wine and had great conversation. It was good for all of us. And the cheesecake was light and delicious. Rae had brought me a special glass to celebrate my new office.
And now I can’t stop watching Umbrella Academy when I should be going to sleep in my freshly changed bed.
Rae-Anne, Goddess In Training. Sometime, long ago i started calling her GIT. She is my firstborn. We tried so hard for her. 24 induced hours and then surgery and there she was. I was a wife and and a Mom, everything I thought I was supposed to be. My opinion of what was best for me changed over the years but never my knowledge that we had made something special. I could choose to rave on about this woman of whom I am so proud but really I am only completely sure that she is a gift of grace and love. I am grateful that she chose me to be her Mom.
We took pictures today for marketing , that was fun.
I worked hard to get as much as possible done before going to the theatre to deal with Tech Director stuff and then head to the dentist. Although I don’t have benefits anymore I know it is worth getting my crown replaced before it turns into a root canal as well. Dr Mike is funny and takes a good ribbing in stride. 2 freaking hours later I had my old crown in hand and a filling and temp in place. I asked straight up if I could have it, after all it is gold I paid for. He said he was surprised more people didn’t,ask for it. I couldn’t bring myself to ask what happens to it otherwise.
From there I went shopping for birthday gifts for Rae and Viola, grabbed my ingredients for a gluten free cheesecake for tomorrow night from home and Headed To The Campbell’s! Diane had asked me for dinner. I offered to bring Salad and she also suggested I come bake my cheesecake there. It was so fun to have an assistant with a great mixer and a dishwasher! I am so glad they are back and we ate and played crib and visited and life is back on the plus side
Oh and I nearly forgot… check your dry goods. Always. I was pouring some sugar from my canister that I had recently refilled and noticed random spots. I scooped some and took a pic with my insect identity app. It’s all in the garbage now!!!
What a difference today was. I think when my world gets muddy and I recognize it, something shifts. First I checked and my watchband collection fits my new Apple Watch. They were expensive and I love them, it’s a good thing.
On my way to work I stopped to buy stamps and while at the post office I spotted the 2020 Bill Reid collection. It simply had to be mine. A beautiful souvenir of a stressful year.
Over the course of my day, working remotely with some lovely clients, I was able to take the time to pay for my approved Business license and see that my sign was installed on the front of the building . in 26 years of doing this off and on under this registered company I have never needed a license as I always worked from home or someone else’s office. It seems like the picture I posted of me and the sign confused a couple people as to the nature of my business. I think it’s fairly clear but may be lost on some. I really am so very happy.
As I was beginning to wind down my data entry and review in anticipation of the Campbells arriving home any moment from vacation, I was joined by Zoe O. Her Mom, Monica is setting up her practice in the building and I am thrilled as I really enjoy their wee family. Galen is the artistic director at Key City Theatre and has a gentle, kind spirit. Zoe is a good reflection of the best qualities in her parents. She sat and chattered away while I continued working. I offered her the only mildly appropriate page out of my swearword colouring book and it now decorates my office. Soon I was done my file and she had to leave. We look forward to seeing each other again soon.
I stopped at Safeway to get the makings for a gluten free cheesecake for a quartet gathering here on Saturday night for my friend, Viola and my daughter, Rae-Anne who share a birthday tomorrow. To my delight, prawns of various form were on sale. I stocked my freezer. As I was checking out my wrist began ringing and I just missed a call from Viola. I called her back to have her thank me for introducing her to someone in the Ground Floor who’d mentioned they needed an assistant. Seems they are very interested in her. I am so happy for her.
Came home to find out The Campbell’s visit was not to be tonight. They got caught in a big highway detour and got home late. I am sorry for them but will see them tomorrow. for now, I acknowledge a great day and look forward to another.
Today was very full. I was up early to a beautiful cool morning so rode my bike to work. I was glad I wore my proper jacket for the slight chill. Cottage cheese and Creston blueberries made for a delicious breakfast at my desk. Even the hired tech guy can’t get my printer and Dymo to work properly so that’s frustrating. Had a good talk with my Dr. She is referring me for an upper endoscopy. Time to get to the bottom of my inflammation issues. Of course it’s entirely possible that I just need to lose 50 pounds stop drinking and avoid anything that tastes good. I worked for a while again and then was involved in a 2.5 hour Zoom workshop put on by GoodNightOutVancouver about providing safe environments at our MusicFest, dealing with rape culture and sexual assault. It was heavy but worth everyone’s time. A quick lunch and I was back at it. Ashlée dropped off my Series 5 Apple Watch that was delivered to Rae’s house. It was the wrong one but I love it so I kept it. Will be putting my Series 3 and band collection for sale. Ash was working delivering pizza so I arranged to put in an order and have her meet at my place when she was done. We sat out in the yard and enjoyed the food and good talk. I set about to water after she left. Am once again thrilled at the surprise of the rest of my tree trimmings being gone. Sadly something ate two good sized tomatoes from one plant. So far the cherry ones are still there. Fingers crossed.
I only wish I could actually feel an emotion about anything that happened today. Am in a bit of a neutral zone. I was a bit chuffed when a young guy with a big beard driving a muscle car went by as I was getting on my bike and gave me a thumbs up and a nod. He got a nod and an inside smile for that.
There was nothing more important in my day than being the Tech person for Brent Carver’s memorial. I was honoured to be there and moved by the entire experience. it truly is remarkable that the family put together a perfect balance of adulation and good old family connection and humility. The entire thing leaves one wishing he were your brother or best friend. Life goals right there. To be a star, have won a Tony, to be given tribute by ‘eastern friends’ and still have your auntie get up and tell a story about the slaughter house and fishing. To be so ethereal and so human in one soul must have been a burden and a gift. He has left a legacy of art and love. Rest in sweet peace.
My favourite moment was when I was trying to set up the crossfades and his niece said not to use the fill as ‘he was a spotlight kind of a guy’. I will always think of that now.
The day did end with a gift from Emmy and her daycare lady Diana who is a delightful friend that knows me well
I didn’t really want to wake up today so I migrated from bed to the couch for the morning. Continued watching The Umbrella Academy. Quite enjoying it. Jake and Emmy came over for the afternoon with her enjoying going in and out of the pool and trying to show us her skills. Had a nice visit but don’t know when Jake will be back again.
I gave up waiting for her to show us her dunking under.
I left to meet Maureen at Home Depot to pick up shelves and bins for the Tech Room. we dropped them at the theatre, checked the rest of the setup going on for the memorial tomorrow and then headed back to her place for a cider and a visit on her lovely plant jungle of a deck. She checked my tattoo for me and said it looking good. It’s the first one I can only see in a mirror. It’s a good friend that will make sure you aren’t oozing.
I liked the reason code and bought some as I don’t like speedy clothespins
On the way home I stopped by and had a good long visit out in the yard with Rae-Anne. They have been out at the lake for 10 days. It was good to catch up.
resistance is futile
Sawyer really wanted a sleepover but I feel that tomorrow will need me at my best so I had better get a good long sleep. A wee dram should help.
I can’t help smiling as I remember that yesterday my Campbell’s met my Cresslynn! At my suggestion Diane and family went for a meal at the Cumberland Hotel and Cress happened to be there. I love when my favourite people get to meet each other.
I had the worst night in a long time, waking up like I was going to throw up but I did not. I felt the extraordinary burn of acid in my throat and barely felt like I was surviving so I got up, it was a terrible experience and I wonder at the cause.
I Drank water and headed to my tattoo appointment . I have many icons but strangely, I have always had a strong attachment to Bad Robot. I completely enjoyed my time with Kimberly. I still feel very stoned and realize how powerful drugs of any kind are on me.
Next was my attempted recovery, set on my very own map including England where friends are easy to prove. I guess the improves were more impressive over time. I proceeded to nap and next thing we were responding accordingly at the get go. ( I was going to edit this out but it is proof of the state of mind)
A Chunk of my day was taken up with a couple of extraordinary gentlemen, all of us making sure we could connect everything necessary in the booth for Brent Carver’s memorial on Monday which I shall be doing with the assistance of Jordan. I am very grateful to Mark Casey who came to help me out today and I’ll be doing the best we can in the circumstances.
I came home and quickly made dinner for Jake and Emmy. They were lovely but too short of a visit and I hope to see them again tomorrow evening. Jakes visits from the coast are reminiscent of mine back in the 90s I wish him safe travels and much love
Maureen came over for viewing night of confessions of a paperboy but to be honest we were more enjoying our company together and I really appreciate her I read her Gypsy Fortune telling Cards and I’m always pleasantly surprised when a reading ties in with someone’s life so completely
I started watching Umbrella Academy which is recommended and I agree, very enjoyable.
This may come across very rambling and I apologize but honestly it’s just been a great day, I’ve had a couple bevies and I am heading to bed thanks for bearing with me, my constant readers and I really feel for you, good night
I woke up way too early, so early I was at the theatre by 7 am. I had offered to bring totes to the tech room and clear stuff out of the way to enable the guys to put poly on the ceiling for now, preventing stuff from falling in the gear. took me just over an hour with some sorting. I was t wearing a mask as I was alone but wished I had as the dust kicked in further breathing issues. By the time I got to the office I used both my inhalers. Situational asthma is a bitch. Stopped for takeout lunch and breakfast at Kootenay Grounds.
Got a lot done in spite of feeling like I am moving through mud. Was grateful when I got asked to join the ladies for a glass of wine. I worked for a couple hours more then headed home.
Saw weirdness walking to the mailbox. Wonder where the rest of the cat is.
I was glad when friends checked in today. Love from across oceans both ways! Diane was worried about me being alone and suggested I call Shea for company. I watched the rest of The Book of Negroes which was very well done. Shea came by after he got off work at 8 and we played several games of crib and chatted about movies. It was a very good distraction. Watered my gardens, had a wee cookie and will be off to bed soon.
Spent part of the morning setting up appointments, applying for business license, which I realized I probably needed last month, and curating my Facebook page which I have had hidden since 2016! Strange that I did it on the eve of my 53rd birthday. I wonder what trauma… oh that was when I decided to leave Bella Bella I believe.
A special delivery arrived with some client info. I’ve been warned to only have one before bed…
after I put the bag in my purse hanging on the coat rack I glanced up to see an I age that made me actually laugh out loud and talk to an inanimate object. I said drunk at the time but now realize it was likely stoned
Go home purse, you’re drunk
Sad news today about someone I very much admired and was inspired by. The nation lost one of it’s greats, Brent Carver. A gifted actor he was. As it happens my girls grew up in the same house he did , in Cranbrook. Many years later of course. It has been touching to see all the great theatrical places sending out tributes today.
I thought my day was complete and settled in to watch ‘Being Black in Canada’ followed by ‘The Book of Negroes’. The first was informative and real. The second has me hooked 3 episodes in. I stopped watching when I got a message from my Auntie Trish that it was near the end for her brother Toni. A little while later his youngest daughter, Kim messaged and got me crying as I knew that meant the time was near. She said our Dads would be together soon. It is so difficult to know those kids couldn’t be with their dad in the end. The loss is big, I remember it well. I shall always be grateful for having him in my life. I wish I could be by his side to let him go. I am a transitioner, or an ‘angel of death’. It is a gift and a privilege. I know I could help him so I am about to go meditate and try to reach him. He needs to stop holding on and be free of his pain and aloneness. I love you Uncle T, may flights of angels sing thee to thy rest
Worked away this morning and had a lovely lunch as a treat from Viola. We both love Family Thai and had a nice visit followed by an introduction to a guy in the building looking for an admin assistant. She had a good long interview and I hope it goes well. She has the right personality type for that type of job. It would also be nice to have her in the same workspace.
As I was buckled down getting things done in the afternoon, a man from Sidekick Stickers arrived to remove the logo of the previous renter from my office door and replace it with mine. I will admit I got a little choked up when it was done. He finished up and then said, ‘there, you are official, welcome to the ground floor’ and it felt so good, I am another step closer to calling my own shots. I am still currently contracting to my previous firm and my preference will be to accomplish independence in the future. I do not wish to disappoint the clients I have through them at this time so I am not pulling the pin yet.
At the end of the day Danika messaged if she and Emmy could bring pizza and play in the pool. It was lovely to come home to them and share my celebration. Emmy loves olives, unlike her father.
While they were here I realized Matt, my garbage guy, had actually come into my yard to get my garbage as I had forgotten it was Wednesday and didn’t put it out. I texted him to say thank you and that’s when I learned he had also taken half of my tree trimmings. So nice! And that is why I do his books even if it keeps me late, relationship. The difference between a job and a career.
Next I FaceTimed with Diane and we both wished I was on Vancouver Island with them. I attended our Strata board meeting and then went to check on Diane’s flowers. Looks like her stepson Shea has been watering as they look great. Stopped at the liquor store for a little Air Conditioned shopping and then came home to set myself up in a foot peel treatment while drinking chocolate wine, eating real cheesies and watching BIG brother Allstars!
A delightful addition to the evening was a messenger chat with a talented (& hot) bass player in Texas. I miss seeing him at MusicFest and it was good to hear from him.
First I will address my battle with expectations.. as an empath I can often sense the possibilities in a person rather than the life they are choosing to lead. I want to believe they have my best at heart as I have theirs but too often I am disappointed. This has been a lifelong struggle. How do I tell you the moment I know that you are using me, that your interests, no matter how small, will always be more important than mine, that this is not a friendship but a user-friendly situation. How do I set boundaries and let you go. Why too often does this leave me looking like the bad guy? I am 57 years old. I need to fish or cut bait. This is no one else’s life. I seem to have always done what I wanted to if you look at a glance, but I feel that most choices were emotionally driven based on others need of me. At this moment in time I am making better choices. I choose family , by blood and by choice and I choose work that uplifts, not demands. I deserve to be appreciated for the knowledge I have gathered along the way. I appreciate those in my life who value me being in theirs.
I redesigned my brand today in advance of signs at the groundfloor. I look forward to the reveal. At the end of my day I got a call from my daughter Rae. I love our rambling commuter catchups. I used to call her whenever I was heading somewhere on a highway. This time she called me as she was walking across a field while on vacation at the cabin. It was good to chat and debrief the day. I look forward to them all being home and coming to play in the pool.
Spent time as Tech Director today as well. Making plans to get even further organized. Peter and Thom are super-volunteers, the Community Theatre is lucky to have them. I was somewhat amused that a single washroom needed this sign…
Many people hate these tags around town but there is something very poignant that strikes me whenever I see them
My Facebook belies the fact that I am not the good old fashioned, worship her grandkids kind of Nana. once upon a time a conversation occurred where extended family were bemoaning the fact I had never had a ‘regular’ grandmother. It’s very true, I adored all three of my grandmas but they were each unusual in their own ways. From each I learned very different things. Terry, my step-mother’s step- mother and I were very close through my teens and early adulthood especially. She taught me to draw, to cook gnocchi, to craft and appreciate shiny things but after my grandad died we lost touch. My Grandma Kuz, my birth mother’s mother was the polar opposite. She was a God-fearing woman who had suffered much loss, lived very simply and was hyper critical of me in a way I believe she thought was love and constructive. Then there was my Nana. Juanita was a powerhouse personality. A bright light in our worlds. Bright red lipstick, dangling earrings, a beehive, and a wardrobe similar to Queen Elizabeth, including matching bag and pumps. She fiercely loved us. She raised me for the two years after my mom died. She was my world, most of my childhood memories revolve around her and my Grandad. I want to love my grands the way she loved me and I do but I’m not always convinced they feel it the way I did. I think of her especially when I see gladiolas and sweet peas, her go to centerpieces always held in pinwheel crystal.
Emmy spent the better part of 24 hours with me and I worked hard to not be distracted, to play with her and not say No. we had fun. She really is an intelligent, observant child. At one point she was cuddled up beside me on the couch, raised my arm to look at my pit and said ‘you are a very good shaver, Nana.’ She was concerned that I don’t have a married ring. She thanked me for our big adventure when I dropped her off. In the night when she awoke thirsty I brought her into bed with me and she settled herself right up close, at first complaining she didn’t have a pillow but she was so centered she was between them. This left me chuckling when in the morning she mentioned I was on her side, even though she was still dead centre.
We made a wee video to send to Zoë for her 8th birthday. Wish I could have celebrated with her but lucky dogs, the Campbell’s were celebrating on Vancouver Island!
We played outside before the sun got too hot and she enjoyed being pushed around in the tractor, nearly big enough to peddle it. She and Chewbacca put on a circus for me in the tent trailer. She entertained me while I weeded and then we painted her finger and toe nails Nana Red. After that we went to the car wash and sent a video to a Jake as he and I always went through the car wash together with the tines cranked. He sent a video message back and we enjoyed hearing it through my car speakers. It was the biggest waste of $16, could barely tell we went through. Feel like the dirt just got sealed on. A DQ picnic And play time and then it was time to drop her off. I enjoyed this visit so much more than last time when she was willfully disobedient.
I really managed to get a lot of yard work done this long weekend even with all the time the pool scrubbing took up. I will have to arrange to get my yard waste to the transfer station at some point. It felt good to be outside! I colored my hair and relaxed for the evening watching Dead To Me on Netflix. Stellar cast. Interesting premise. Good entertainment.
My entire day was based on how I could get as much done as possible and avoid the heat. I was up relatively early and out with a bucket of soapy water on my knees scrubbing the algae away in the pool. I tried out a tool I bought last year and it was perfect for the job!
I came inside to cool down for a bit and the went out and pruned my lilac until I couldn’t take it any more. next was filling all the inflatables and checking for leaks. Didn’t find the leak in the unicorn before I was getting headachy so I came in to sit in front of fan, eat and drink water. Sanjay and Candice came over to borrow my router to fix their cupboard doors. I love being the girl with the tools. Does it make me misogynistic to think it is unusual for a chick to have a router?
I got my outside chores done and Emmy arrived just after 5 . She had to get in the pool right away. It had filled to the perfect height for her not to need her water wings. She really is a joy to be around and I love 5hat her first question was whether her cousin Sawyer was coming too. He is out at the lake or he would be here too. She says his name in a way that sounds like Sewer lol
She had so much fun in the pool and then playing in ‘Nana’s Park’, the slide and swings in our strata common area. This was followed by a shower and a picnic style dinner which she loved.
She is such an intuitive child and at such a young age we are able to have interesting conversations.
I very much miss The Campbell’s but know they will be back soon and they really needed to get away. I watched the limited series Waco today. between chores and it really gives a different perspective of what went down! No matter what version of events, 25 children were lost. Terribly sad.
I tried to get as much done as possible before it got too hot. by that I mean, aside from dishes and laundry I decided to trim my Willow and Maple and mow the lawn. By the time I was finished cleaning up inside and out, I was beat from the heat and couldn’t bring myself to clean the pool. The Hollyhocks are blooming. So many treats this time of year.
I decided to head out to do some errands. First stop was to renew car insurance. I wasn’t going to as I have my bike insured but it is too hot to ride!! I was shocked to find out my insurance went up $70 per month. Seems the new way of calculating goes back three years for claims and carries forward 10 years. I had a claim on my truck in 2017 from being run off the road and in 2019 from parking lot damage. Apparently it doesn’t matter that I was not at fault. The staff at Western Financial were fabulous. Not their fault but they sure tried to get me answers.
Next stop was Home Depot to check out shelving for the community theatre tech room. I also grabbed new plumbing bits for under my kitchen sink as it has had a clogged right side since I bought the place. Also got a laundry basket for taking clothes outside to the line, a lounge cushion and a set of flamingo dishes, both on deep discount. Saw an amusing product while I was there
Decided to take a drive to Marysville to drop off Tupperware to my cousin Donna and dropped in on a client. Marysville hot Tubs is a lovely little place with a charming lady named Lillie To assist you. She sold me a product to control the algae in my pool going forward. I would like to forward one of the barbeques that they sell but I shall just keep dreaming for now. On my way back I saw a guy with the homeless and broke sign near all the fast food places on the strip so I pulled into the lineup at Dairy Queen or in my seven dollar meal complete with a bottle of water and a dilly bar and handed it off much to his joy. I then stopped at Family Thai, my favourite restaurant in town to you have curbside delivery of my favourite meal. A stop for gas and groceries and I barely made it home in time for putting everything away and grabbing a quick shower before my company arrived.
Can’t wait to try this
Viola and Kimberly came over for the evening and we sat out around my table in a breeze enjoying snacks and beverages and good company. These ladies are both a gift of the theatre world here. I have not acted with Viola but we have watched each other do so and Kimberly played my daughter in the tin woman she’s also the one who gave me my tattoo. Pretty soon it was dark and their rides were arriving so we made plans for celebrating Viola‘s birthday in two weeks. I really do look forward to it even though they are both my daughters ages or younger their company pleases me. It was glorious to sit and watch the sky light up from lightning in the distance. the good thing is it appeared to be sheet lightning not fork so I’m hopeful that no fire started.
earlier in the day I prepped sangria using frozen peaches in my cold brew carafe with equal parts Campbell’s homemade wine and soda stream carbonated water in the fridge, delicious
I have also found a use for all my little fancy packages of hot chocolate that I never drink I put them all into one Tupperware shaker and they go great over popcorn
It’s not a day I genuinely look forward to. It is the anniversary of my Mom and sisters drowning when I was only 3 months old. I found out last night it is also the anniversary of Sean and Diane’s wedding and this pleases me. It is a positive reason to enjoy the day. Sadly her very close friend lost his battle with Cancer during the night. The sadness and loss hung like pigpen’s cloud over the day, I guess my salvation was having too much work. I had no choice but to buckle down and focus. Through no fault of my own I had more work than hours In the day and all with a deadline of today, while I was hard at it there was a perfect addition to my office!
I also managed to rescue my picture that I dropped behind my desk while trying to decide where to hang it. It really rings true. I found myself feeling ill under the stress of things I thought I’d left behind. I am constantly setting boundaries right now, I am coming late to that game. I am the person who defaults to yes and I find myself the opposite as I reconfigure.
By the end of my day which was 10:15 I was shocked to feel how hot it was outside still. My car read 29 degrees. I headed to the Campbells for a quick visit as they leave in the morning for Vancouver Island. I so wish they had room to take me so I could visit my posse there but they sadly do not. I shall miss them deeply. I do have much to keep me busy though. I wish them safe travels and a quick return to the fold.
10:30 pm
1:30 am
I want to say I am counting my blessings that I have been offered so many basements to sleep in. I am grateful for my thoughtful circle and also feel blessed that those friends would welcome me to their homes. Love xo
July is usually a very busy month for me. It is heavy with June yearend files, GST filings, WCB reports and usually MusicFest. In its stead this year I set up my own office, took on new and previous clients and adjusted to the new norm. It was all going pretty smoothly but I ran into a wall when two clients didn’t get their info to me until late today with tomorrow’s deadline looming. The upside is I adore both of them so find it hard to hold annoyance, downside is I have a lot to accomplish in a crazy short time tomorrow. In a perfect world I would have filed them today so they make their payments for tomorrow. I am working very hard to relax into a state of mind that says I will not care more about your company than you do. It is hard though. That is what makes me good at what I do. I do care and will go out of my way to never miss a deadline.
I am so happy to have made the changes I have. I can’t even imagine working from home in this heat wave. It was like walking into a wall when I opened my door. My sweet peas finally popped ! They are April’s flower, the month I was born, and remind me of my Nana. She always had sweet peas and gladiolas.
I have had a very good day. I moved mountains of work from the to do to the done pile, got treated to take out lunch brought to me and a nice visit with a previous coworker and current friend, Varghese. I worked up to the time to leave and meet my son-in-law Ken for wing night at Rockwater restaurant. He arrived on his bicycle to find me holding down a spot on the deck where the sun and the breeze were lovely. Much to my shock, the woman at the table over from us started smoking. It seems they allow it and provide ashtrays. It has been forever since I’ve seen smoking allowed like that. It was really quite off putting. Now I know and I have other choices. I suppose it is a niche clientele.
The wings were delicious and I was ‘allowed’ to bring the rest of mine home for lunch tomorrow. Ken and I had a great visit. We haven’t had nor made time to do so. Ashlée joined us once she was done work delivering for a pizza place.
It got hot as the sun swung round but at least there is usually a breeze in Cranbrook. I came home to attempt to clean and refill my pool but I got as far as digging the spot a little more level and getting the pool mostly in the right spot. I shall have to wipe it down tomorrow as I ran out of steam. It is still hot in here but I am about to go settle in for the night under my ‘Binford 3000’
Tomorrow has about three days of work in it… may see you all Friday!
Oh, after I posted last night I got this notice which is pretty cool.
triumphgal 