Musings on a Small Life

A smile for your day, with apologies if any are repeats. ☺️

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I don't have anything earth-shattering to post, at least not yet. Ha. So just a few miscellaneous things: Early morning down at the swamp, August 13th. It's move-out day for my neighbours, so exciting for them, I'm sure. I wish them happy, healthy, successful lives in their new home.   I popped out to a flooring store on Saturday, was there longer than I anticipated, looking at flooring ("life-proof" vinyl options), as well as carpet options for the stairs (for safety!). I already had a general estimate from them, but the flooring I prefer is more expensive (of course) than what was in the estimate.      They will redo their quote to reflect the increased price and a few other things that were omitted from the first one. I have not paid any deposit, but unless the revised estimate is beyond what I'm anticipating, I will proceed. I've been dragging my heels on this because of the mess and work (for me) it will create, but it's not going to happen on its...

A bit late in the day, but it's still Friday in my time zone. 😁 Have a good weekend and take care. 

I found out last week that George is 8 now. His mom told me last week that George was only supposed to be temporary, a favour for a relative, but she couldn't let him go. (I think an overseas move was involved in all of this.) So it all worked out well in the end.  He's starting to chunk out a bit, and I don't think it's all due to the incoming winter coat. (Kim whistles nonchalantly.)  Happy Monday!

With the exception of Thursday, I've been the bug on the windshield of work life for the entire week. Splat, splat, splat! I'm chalking it all up to the full moon this coming Monday, which I think is a super moon. 😁🌕 Anyway, here are a couple of smiles for the day.  I hope you're all the windshield this week, people. 🙃

From my brief (2-day) visit with friends last week.   This frog was HUGE.    

Outside of Value Village this morning. He settled on my bag for the long haul, while I was waiting for the store to open. Eventually a lady gently removed him for me, after she snapped a pic. 🙂

Have a great day and weekend! BTW, I was gone only a couple of days, will post a few critter pics next week.

There's always a first time for everything!   I just watched a mourning dove skitter down our street, unable to fly, with George the Mooch stalking (no stopping him, even though he's WELL fed, the instinct is too strong). I figured she was toast and was praying for a quick end...until she finally flew up to a roof top. It was only then that I realized she was pretending to be hurt to lure George away from her babies. I've seen this behaviour on nature programs, of course, but haven't ever seen it "in real life." I hope her babies stay safe from all the roaming cats!     P.S. The unit next door has sold already, the listing was taken down yesterday. I hope the quick sale bodes well for me, in my turn.