No matter that patriotism is too often the refuge of scoundrels.
Dissent, rebellion, and all-around hell-raising remain the true duty of
patriots. -Barbara Ehrenreich, journalist and author (b. 26 Aug 1941)
This morning we pulled out a number of the large rugs we hadn't been able to use in former kitchen configuration and Lady Dar is trying them out to see what might work where. While they are spread on floor I'll vacuum them as still dusty from earlier renovations. For those we won't use we'll ask Chloë if she might like any for her place as we'd rather have them used than stored. As well, more furniture to be moved but this will take more effort as will require moving other pieces, now in the Rumpus Room, as well as unloading large book shelf, now in my office. More dusting and vacuuming. When will it ever end? When will it ever end? Enough! Oy Vey, Already!
Patricio, For starters, my Dad is not doing well. He has been in the hospital over a month now. Although he is medically stable enough to be discharged, he has been exhibiting some “bad” behavior so they will not release him to 24 hr home care. I don’t think he is coming home. Everything is on hold until probably, he will be placed in a care facility. I had been visiting him at least every other day, but for 5 days I did a bit of a road trip to Portland. Now he has no idea of who I am. The dementia thing is really bad. I do not want to go out that way.
Hi Ragin'! Must be tough for you knowing your Dad's dementia is making life so difficult for him, not to mention hospital staff. Loneliness, aside, I do believe it is far, far better for you both for him to be anywhere but at home. Anyway, you've been dealt a very tough hand and both Lady Dar and I certainly sympathize with your situation. On a brighter note, did enjoy your warm, fuzzy porcupines! Also empathize with your border crossing woes. I always bite my tongue and put on my most sychophantic face when we head down south as nothing to do but play ball according to the rules set down by the boys with big bats, both literal and legal. Find the guards at the Osoyoos crossing tend to be a tad friendlier, perhaps because it isn't quite as busy as ones closer to Vancouver.
Not sure what your schedule will be like in September but Lady Dar has set Saturday, September 15th, for our End of Summer/End of Renovation Blues Bash. You are invited and welcome to stay before and/or after. Grog and Lurch are supposed to be staying over the 13th/14th but the Murphy beds are now operational, (ie. accessible!), so plenty of room. Had two tables last night and Phillipo reported that there is plenty of firewood available so bring your work gloves! Not to put a damper on your pure doggy love for Juno but I don't think you should bring her along as both Etta and Due have had so much 'trauma" these last two months, with renovation noise and activity, that they truly need some time to reintegrate themselves into new space. As of this writing, probably another week's worth of finishing up so really only a week or so before party weekend. At any rate, you are welcome whenever it suits.
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| Art: Maurice Sand (1823-1889) |
Dear Delivery Man! Thanks for popping books back to Burns. I should have told you that I was planning to take them in to store for trade-ins! Anyway, I just missed you, according to staff. On another matter, uncovered From First Avenue when I finally had time to reorganize my office. It was buried under heaps of other books, piled high, to make room for kitchen renovations! I will bring it to this coming week's Farmers' Market if you will be there. Let me know and I'll plan accordingly. Cheers, Patrizzio, Striving to be Renaissance Man!
Hi Patrick, Great pictures! Congratulations to the new home, new kitchen, and
happy peach festival, (remember, we joined in when last visiting you in
2015) We will take good care of bike on that only condition, that you PROMISE to come and visit (to get it!;-) ) |
Molotov bread basket
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Despite this, I am preparing for a long ocean swim tomorrow, across Aarhus Bay, 4.2 kms. First time for me, third time for Hans. I'll tell you later how it was. :-) Water is cooling down with the cooler air, ocean and lakes have reached record high temperatures this summer, fantastic swimming for now three months. All for now, take care. XO Margareta
Hi Margareta! Terribly sorry to learn of Gitte's death. Deepest condolences to you from both Corinne and I. On a brighter note, I trust your ocean swim went well, in spite of cooler water. Thanks for congratulations on renovations. Coming along nicely. Fondestos to you, Ocean Swimmer, from Lady Dar. Cheers, Patrizzio.
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Finnish soldier with a Molotov cocktail
Photo: Wikimedia Commons
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Won't be able to see Melvin as he was not able to view
his mother's body yesterday but will go back to LA today to do so and
then fly home later today.
She wanted to be cremated and have her ashes scattered
out at sea off of Santa Monica beach. So after the wedding of Jessica's
daughter on 9/16, they will charter a boat on 9/17 to do so. Ayn xoxo
Hi Samantha & Alex, I've been meaning to email for some time now to congratulate you on becoming parents in February. We are very excited to become Great Grandparents or the GG's as I guess we could be called. I hope to visit you three when I leave Mexico at the end of February. I plan to stop in LA for a few days. Alex on another note, I was very sorry to hear about Melonie's passing. It is a big loss for you all. Thinking of you both as you enjoy this time of waiting for your baby. Much love Nana & Poppa
Hi Corinne—Petey and I would like to invite you and Patrick to “lupper” (if that’s the correct contraction for a late lunch-early supper?) Chez Lighthall on Sunday, September 9th. Jocelyn and Jim are coming to visit for a few days and are staying with us for the Naramata part of their trip. They will have my company only for the first couple of days as Petey is in South America until the 8th. He is off again very early in the a.m. on the 10th. I want to get everyone together here. Hence my “lupper” invitation. Come (hungry) for 3:30ish and we’ll take it from there. It’ll be good to see you and catch up. It’s been awhile. Cheers for now, Lynne XO
P.S. Thanks for your phone call, Corinne, enquiring after our well-being and whereabouts. We were gone for two weeks on our Northern and Island Adventure. We had a great time despite the horrific smoky weather in some parts. We’ll fill you in on all the details when we see you.
Sorry Patrick but I can’t find the belt Dusty used to wear ,it must have got
Bagged up with the rest of his things ,if I do find it I will certainly send it to you Went for lunch to Betty’s yesterday,a perfect day for it out on their deck
They had Jan, our minister & her husband there too. Karen, Ryan’s sister, took Quinn & Emmett to Rainbow Stage last night to see Beauty & the Beast. They stayed overnight at Bernice & Len’s. I assume they are still there if Mar is in hospital with a fever. Things have been tough for Mar past week, now they have to replace her port. G & B are out here right now for weekend. We need a good rain here. Farmers won’t have enough feed for their cattle for winter, grass hasn’t grown much this past few weeks. Kitchen looks great, too bad about the different colour cork. Like the 2-seater couch Clara.
Hi Rosita! Don't
worry about Dusty's belt but you can still send a large suitcase filled
with $US! Our hearts simply go out to Marlo. What a tough, tough hand
she has been dealt. We need rain here as well, although it has been
considerably cooler over last few days so some slight optimism regarding
fight against terrible wildfires.
I
like two-seater as well but am not a fan of the chairs. I think they
are too high as well as not overly comfortable, for me, at least, with
my short stubby Ukrainian legs. I'd rather another two-seater, (Give
chairs to Chloë who likes them.) Furthermore, light colour is a very
poor choice, as far as I'm concerned, given that both cats will want to
sleep on them, not to mention showing every speck of dirt or red wine
spills!
However, Lady Dar goes on and on and on about being able to
swivel, to turn from gazing at cosy fireplace to look directly into her
eyes as she works her magic on the new gas cook-top. Swivel smivel!
Great for Avery and Ashlyn to have a merry-go-round ride smack dab in
the middle of the living room whenever they come over to terrorize!
[They already use bar stools like playground roundabouts, whirring
around until I'm worried they'll vomit into dip bowl after filling their
tummies with fistfuls of humus!] I think she's nuts but she's your
daughter and as stubborn as Quinn! Fondestos to you, Clarisse, from Lady Dar. All the very best. Stay well! Cheers, Patrizzio, Still Your Favourite Son-in-Law!
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