What's madness but nobility of soul at odds with circumstance? -Theodore Roethke, poet (1908-1963)
Lazy sleep-in until 8:30 am, yesterday morn, with Lady Dar and Big Al already up, the latter waiting for me to brew the java! We enjoyed a lazy morning, chatting and breakfasting on yogurt, mixed with the wonderful blackberries Al and I had picked from the Lighthall's bushes the day before. Once Colleen was up and similarly fueled we took a stroll downtown as our visitors wanted to take a look at the various antique, thrift and pawn stores on Main. I must say that I enjoyed the outing as I had never ventured into any of these establishments before and found many of the proffered wares most interesting. Found a couple of vinyl albums I plan to return to buy, as well as a Makita grinder that Al suggested was a good buy. Great to have someone like him along to advise about tools of every kind, given that he has so many of his own and uses a wide array for all his work. Next best thing to having you, Ragin', tell me what to do!
Before we left, I had filled a small knapsack with about 15 books, culled from the shelves in the Rumpus Room and took them into the Book Shop to see if staff were interested. Most of them were critical editions of various university texts and, in the end, I was given $38 dollars credit. Plan to continue the process as Lady Dar is constantly haranguing me about "weeding" and I have finally come to see the wisdom of her advice. Still, extremely hard to part with such good, life-long friends! However, need to de-cant so that I can find space to put yet more tomes on shelves, emptied from about twenty more boxes stored in garage. This is especially important as we must make as much room for Chloë's possessions, [as mentioned above], most of which we will have to store until her condo is ready in April/May!
After leaving the Book Shop we strolled down Front Street to Isshin Sushi Bar to have brunch. Marilyn and Big Molly wanted to treat us and the place is one of our favourites. We enjoyed a delicious lunch, on the patio, although Lady Dar had to leave around 1:30 pm as she had a number of appointments that afternoon. Colleen walked back to Burns with her and after Al had settled the bill, we made our way home along Penticton Creek. Just as we reached White, The MarriageMobile whizzed by us, so Al whistled but to no effect as Lady Dar just kept going.
Colleen had loaded most of their luggage by the time we reached the house so after a few "sweeps" to make sure nothing was left behind, we bade each other fond farewell and I waved goodbye close to 2:30 pm. Great visit with wonderful friends and we hope they will be back again, in the Fall, at some point. Then inside to continue doing laundry and a few other household chores. Al had noticed a drip in the guest bathroom faucet so I cleared out the shelves in the washstand as I wanted to shut off the water to change one of the rubber washers. Hadn't realized that the shut-off valves didn't have any tap handles! Decided to put a large container in sink to catch drips. Emptied it a number of times, watering the lilac bush in front yard, before I went to Rona for fixtures.
Nothing is ever simple and taps that I was able to purchase did not quite fit. However, the small plastic insert which came in package allowed me enough purchase, when pushed it onto cog of valve stem to turn the cold water pipe fixture in a few twists. Flow was not stopped but dripped ended! Obviously not a permanent solution but will have to do until I ask Stormin' Norman, across back lane, what he thinks! Wonderful to have a neighbour who is as capable and handy as he is, not to mention how agreeable he always is to help out such a non-Mr Fixit Klutz as I am, Dear Reader! Where is Ragin' Bull when you really need him?
Hello Duhlink, Katarina! Sorry I've not responded sooner but we have had good friends visiting for last four days and it has been a harrowing schedule of wine-tasting, beach swimming and late night bbq dinners on the back patio with copious quantities of craft beer and local wines, Rosés, whites and reds, practicing our bar-tending skills for PW!
Yes, I will take on the the Captaincy of the Sunday set-up/strike, although I'm sure there are far more qualified Admirals and such. Nevertheless, I'm happy to oversee the galley slaves, swabbers of decks and cleaners of scuppers!
Furthermore you can sign us up as Opening Reception barkeeps as well as any other F&B shifts at PW. Lady Dar indicated that she'd like to work with Julia Spaulding, if that is possible, so if you could manage that, as best you can and circumstances dictate, I know she would be most appreciative. For my part, I'm happy to work alongside any scurvy mate!
In closing, overall, we'd rather not be crew captains, [Other than above indicated Sunday responsibility, for me.], preferring the intoxicating life of the firing line, but, once again, if desperate, I would offer my services, such as they are, in service of the greater VWF good!
Hope this all makes sense and that I have provided enough information to allow you to assign duties in a fashion that will make everyone happy. Once again, lovely to be back in the VWF volunteer saddle again and look forward to ironing out details over the next little while. Take care of yourself. Fondestos from Lady Dar, just back from a Bubbles & Oysters event at Noble Ridge, while scullion that I be, did laundry and dishes, in preparation for next round of Freeloaders! Cheers, Patrizzio!
Pics: Yesterday, picnic at Bench 1775, with Al and Colleen; Beach and swim in Naramata. Towards sunset, much of sky was almost blood red with smoke from wildfires! Day before at beach near PAG, bright and sunny! Lady Dar's Guard Cats! THANKS so much….you are assigned as the Sunday set-up and strike Volunteer Captain. And I’ll also assign you and Corinne to F&B bar service where needed. I won’t impose on either of you to be a Crew Captain, will try to find another sacrificial lamb. Is Julia Spaulding the same volunteer as the fantastic Julia Hedley? Kathryn Hello again, Kathryn! Thanks for the plum assignments. Yes, Julia S is one and the same as Julia H! I can never remember which name she goes under these days as The Sisterhood seem to oscillate between maiden and married name, depending on how close the bailiff is to the door! Onward! Fight!! Cheers, Patrizzio!
Hi Rick we have sold our loft on Wall St. It closes on Oct. 20th. We would like your firm to handle the transaction. I have CC'd Chloe here and she will connect you to realtor Chris Naples. Cheers Corinne Hi Corinne, Got your email. Thanks for the work. I have added my conveyancer Jean to the email string. Chloe, you can forward this email to the realtor and request that he deal with Jean directly. Corinne, if you and Pat are not in the Vancouver area for the closing in mid-October we can have you sign in front of a notary in Penticton. Easy peasy. I trust that all of you are doing well. Regards, Rick
Hi Rick we will be in Vancouver volunteering at the Writers Festival. So will be easy to sign.Thanks for handling this for us. We are all fine. Chloe is moving to Penticton and life is busy with visitors etc. Cheers, Corinne Hi Corinne, Chris Naples has forwarded the Contract of Purchase and Sale to me and will forward the subject removal addendum today once subject(s) have been removed.
I note there is a RBC mortgage on title. Could you let me know what the mortgage account/reference number is so I may order a payout statement from RBC? Should I use your address in Penticton as a mailing address after this property is sold? Also, I note the closing date is October 19th - I am expecting to receiving your Vendor documents about 7-10 days prior to that. I will contact you to arrange a time/date to sign within that time frame once I receive your documents. Yours truly, Jean McLaughlin, Conveyancer, Toews & Company
Hi Jean, Yes our address is on Burns St. still. The two payouts for the Royal Bank are 2 lines of credit. The lower one may go up $5,000 as we need that much once the subjects come off on the townhouse our daughter Chloe is buying. Let me know if you need anything else? We will be in Vancouver on Oct. 19. Cheers, Corinne
Thanks Corinne; Do you know approx. when the subjects come off? I will not order a payout statement until after you have used what you need because they sometimes stop any further transactions once a payout statement is requested. Jean Hi Jean it is late Sept. Could you make the payout statement for after Oct. 1st? Thanks Corinne Financial tax papers on way Hi Zamir, I will fedex them off this am. We gave sold our loft at 2001 Wall St. for to close on Oct. 20th. This is free and clear after the 2 lines of credit with the Royal Bank are paid out. Cheers, Corinne Awesome; great news you guys. Congratulations. Zamir
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