The past week was good but hot, like everywhere else in some parts of Canada. The humidity was hard to take at times but we were smart about it and didn't spend a lot of time outside. We didn't walk our dogs, not even on grassy areas. We took them out to do their business and brought them back in the house when they were done. Although we spend as much time as we can on our deck in the Summer months, we found ourselves staying in for the past two days. That's OK, we knew it wouldn't last. Today, although it is 31 celsius, it is dry and we are back outside. There is also a very nice breeze. It's all good.
Our flower beds are in full bloom. The daylilies are very tall and we've had some beautiful flowers. The astilbes are beautiful. Our grass, not so much anymore, but it will come back.
Russell and I are doing good. We are watching our carbs these days, just want to "make some room" for our trip in September. I introduced Russell to cauliflower rice and he loves it. Very tasty and yummy if you do it right. This week, he will get to try spaghetti squash. I'm used to eating this way, so for Russell it is something new and he likes it. We are not going crazy and still enjoy our Friday night pizza and wine! Life is short after all.
I went to the gym on Tuesday and didn't realize, until I got there, that it was the beginning of the Orange Voyage...a rowing challenge from July 17 to 31....the goal is to row 14, 942 meters during that time. So, Tuesday was kick off day and we had to row for 22 minutes. I asked coach Steven what should be the average meters in that time....he said somewhere between 3,500 and 4,000 meters. Immediately was goal was to reach 5,000...and I did 5,020 meters. Pretty proud of myself....and not bad for someone who will turn 61 tomorrow!
Cooper and Spicy are doing well. Instead of going for walks for the past few days, we had some fun training sessions in the basement. They both love it and it keeps them challenged. We are particularly mindful of the heat since both were diagnosed with Mitral Valve Disease last month. What are the odds of both having this condition? A routine wellness exam indicated that they had a heart murmur so we did an echocardiogram which confirmed it. Cooper & Spicy show no signs of slowing down, we will monitor them yearly. We're just glad to have caught it early. They should live a long and happy life. Those yearly exams are so important, for us and our dogs.
That's my blog for today. This coming week will be quiet other than for tomorrow. Besides celebrating my birthday all day, I will attend a Havanese get together in the afternoon with some friends who also have a Havanese. It will be a fun get together for the dogs and the humans. Sadly, our Cooper will not be able to make it as he's been under the weather for a week now. He will stay home with Russell. I must say that I'm upset about it as he can be quite the play monkey in those gatherings. We will miss him and Russell. Spicy and I will bring back lots of photos.
Have a great week everyone! Think Winter and you'll be cool!
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| Cooper and Spicy in a Winter wonderland...anyone wishing for a return to the cold air? Not us! |
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| Front yard astilbes in full bloom. |
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| Cranesbill geraniums...looking lovely in the front bed. |
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| Rudbeckia....in bloom...nice pops of yellow in the front flower bed. |
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| It is snack time on the back deck...dehydrated chicken Yappetizers...you should hear the crunch these make while being devoured by Spicy and Cooper. A healthy treat that is100% Canadian. |
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| Spicy and Cooper chilling on the cool kitchen floor. |
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| Astilbes looking like fireworks exploding...lovely bursts of deep colour. |
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