Happy Sunday everyone! I think this is our first rainy weekend in a long time. We had a mist most of the day yesterday and it was rather cool. We stayed in the house all day. Today is better, although cloudy and dull. I'm writing my blog on the deck though, with the awning blinds open to let more light in. It is coolish but I'm comfortable with a fleece on. I'm all for being out in the fresh air!
All is good with us. We've noticed how much darker it is in the morning now so we've been sleeping in....waking up at 6:45 instead of 6:30 😂We've also noticed the same at night, especially when eating on the deck. We need more candles. That's OK, it makes for a cozy and romantic setting.
Spicy has recovered nicely and quickly from her pulled neck muscle. We resumed our walks on Wednesday and she was a happy camper. Cooper had a good Fun Obedience class on Friday. I have to say that when I watch him "perform", my heart swells with happiness. He truly loves to work and it shows.
October 1st came and went. With the start of this brand new month, I reflected that it's been 10 years since I retired. So much has happened in those ten years... we moved to Huntsville then Quebec, got our first pooch, then a second, travelled to many great places. During those years, I also lost both my parents, Russell lost his mom. Despite some sad moments, I feel blessed that retirement has treated us well but we never take anything for granted.
Not much else is going on with us. We had planned to get away for a few days but it never materialized. Somehow, life got in the way. It happens sometimes. The 6 month countdown to our Barbados trip is coming up soon. We look forward to it.
On Tuesday, Cooper will have his follow up appointment with the internal medicine specialist. For this appointment, he will have to fast. Dr. Javard will be doing blood work to check Coop's protein levels and will do an ultrasound to check his gallbladder. Russell will be going with Cooper and will be allowed in the consultation room for the first time. Nice! I will stay home with Spicy and will FaceTime with Russell. Fingers crossed for good results 💗
This morning, I baked two batches of oatmeal raisin cookies. I froze half and we will enjoy the other half throughout the week. It will be a nice treat for the upcoming Thanksgiving weekend. On that note, it seems that 20 pound frozen Butterball turkeys are scarce this year, at least in our area. Our stores have lots of small ones but I was looking for a twenty pounder...finally found one (actually two, one for Christmas) but I had to drive all over the place to find them. I suppose that I could have bought two small ones but I quite like cooking a big one...big enough for two humans and two pooches 😋
That's my blog for today. I had planned on watching the Downton Abbey movie this afternoon but I want to watch it uninterrupted and that won't happen today. Maybe tomorrow. Instead, I will continue watching Line of Duty, really enjoying it! Russell is napping with the kids. Soon time for their treats!
Have a great week everyone!
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| Ready for a romp in the backyard, always hoping to find the rabbit. |
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| Morning routines...waiting for some grooming and teeth brushing! |
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| Spicy likes to stay cozy with her blanket |
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| My workout buddies. |
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| Cooper patiently waiting for the Fun Obedience class to begin. |
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