Many years ago if 15 is many, my first born, a Sunday Child, also known as 'La Puce' and/or 'Pasha' could arrive whenever she wanted, twins, dog and all and stay as long as she wanted. At midnight or 4 in the morning or 9 in the evening. My door was never locked. Now, it's better I know the time of her arrival. She called to say "I'll be there in about half an hour, I'll stay for a while because cottage won't be ready before noon". The twins have their own life now. La Puce now comes with Nikita dog only. She knows that she can't visit with dog and that's why she rented a cottage 30 min car drive from here. I reminded her that Nikita will have to stay in car while she pops in to kiss and hug Mom. Since it was to hot for dog in car, we agreed to meet somewhere around the corner. As I was nervously fixing this and fixing that while awaiting her call to tell me she arrived, I got more and more upset, ran outside to the front of the building and searched for neighbours sitting on balconies or patios. Out of 10 residents in the front only 4 were out. It told them each that I was about to commit a criminal act by allowing a dog on the premises. None of them cared. When La Puce called I told her that it was ok to come in with dog.
I was lucky she did not turn around and leave again
since a neighbour who was not out when I made my announcement stepped out on her balcony and greeted her with "no dogs allowed here". "I know, drove 7 hours do get here, dog stays in my arms for next 30 minutes". Sad thing this is being faced with no this and no that. I want to be back in my house again.
We had a great time together.
La Puce introduced me to this gentle homeless cat which had welcomed her as she and Nikita reached the chalet. She named her Booty whereas I would have named her Clipped Ears (15 cm missing top of each ear).
We got some exercise with the paddle boat on Lac Gagnon and made sure not to put much distance between us and the shore since my legs were not much paddle help.
Perfect trio Daughter - Nature - and I
4 hours later: Not only do I need a ghost writer I also need a blog fixer.
3 comments:
I'm glad the somewhat nerve-wracking beginning turned into a pleasurable visit!! The place looks beautiful.
Fears of being forced to leave our home in the forest where we can do as we wish are reinforced by your story of rules against this and that.
Your photos contain even more illustrations of the same. Did you include the "no swimming", "no walking", "no entrance here" signs on purpose Ellena?
Having said that, amazing beauty there, so thank you.
Rouchswalwe: Ende gut, Alles gut, ja?
Halle:You noticed the nos! Thanks.
Shelve those fears for next 20 years and enjoy your nest in the woods.
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