Monkey Business Part Deux

You may recall an earlier post I made to which I expressed the interest of being a monkey.

I really, really wish I was a monkey today.

Birthday shenanigans

So I think I can say that I've finished up my birthday celebrations - with my shawarma supper with Lana last night. Every year for both of our birthdays she & I head to Cedars for the chicken shawarma and the Lebanese rice....OMG so so good. Last night the shish taouk was on sale, so she broke tradition; it looked very good, but my shawarma was heavenly. Now it could just be the inner oinker in me, but I truly feel they are skimping a tad on the rice of late...but it was still delicious. Before supper was consumed, I opened my present: a fantastic Making Memories mini-scrapbook kit, a little "cat" ornament, wooden letters spelling 'create' for my craft room, and an adorable homemade card and envelope. The envelope was so creative. Thanks "Grammy" *wink*! I love my present!! Love you bunches! After supper, we walked to Cows for dessert (I know I know...*oink oink*), and then sat outside of the Confed centre, talking and people-watching. From there, we headed to the movie store and rented "The Queen" and came back to my place to watch it. It was very interesting. I was so saddened by Diana's death in 1997...it certainly added a different perspective. All in all a lovely outing. Thanks again Lana, you are a wonderful date.

Many thanks also to Brandi & Ang for supper out at P&W on the 6th -while none of us planned on the occasion offering birth control and B.O., the change in tables eventually helped us to enjoy a lovely evening. I love my MM paint kit and magnet!! You girlies rock! If I hadn't been so worried about Bosco that night I probably would have been better company *hugs*.

As well, I had a great time on Monday this week, over to the Gahan for nachos & beer with Erin, Tanya, Julie, and Amanda. Thank you thank you thank you to Erin for the lovely Friendship book (and dinner!!), and to Tanya for the awesome cat frame. Can't wait to fill it!

Finally, although it wasn't birthday-themed, more, it's-about-time-to-get-our-sorry-a$$es-together-because-it's-been-too-long -- I also enjoyed a lovely night out with Kim & Amber on Thursday night of this week (P&W's again....starting to notice a trend...maybe that's why my clothes are feeling all the more tighter??). It's always fun to gossip and loiter at our meeting spot. We just have to book ourselves out more regularly!

Back to the Real World

The mini-trip to NB/NS was awesome! We left the Island at about 2:30 on Thursday after Bosco was given a clean bill of health. Our first stop was Moncton. Thursday night we stayed in Dieppe at the Super 8 (great hotel, btw, complete with a jacuzzi in the room!). We dined on Lonestar for supper --as usual, I was sufficiently full and enjoyed every crumb. Chris even liked his meal (never very fussy about my Lonestar), and there were enough chips/salsa consumed to feed a small country, so very very full bellies to say the least. After supper we went to the mall to pick up a few forgotten items (I forgot to pack my jammies!). After that we relaxed our full bellies in the jacuzzi before retiring for the night.

Friday morning we got up early and went for breakfast at Cora's, which conveniently was right beside the hotel. From there, we headed to the Moncton Zoo! I was so excited to see the big kitties! It was a pretty warm day, so for the most part, the animals sought the shelter of the shade so the kitties & the black bear were pretty far away.

Highlights of the zoo:

-the most entertaining animals? The monkeys of course! We witnessed an actual lovers quarrel amongst two, complete with a make up hug.

-and have you ever heard the sound a lemur makes!?? OMG...death-curdling shrieking...crazy, crazy sound.

-Chris and I were a little underwhelmed by the caged CROW. Yes, apparently the crow makes it into the zoo category. Go figure.



From the zoo, we headed for lupper (too late for lunch, too early for supper) at Pizza Hut. When we're off-Island we do our very best to eat at places we don't have on the Island. Pizza Hut closed up at home and that greatly disappointed us, so we thoroughly enjoyed our Canadian pizza and bread sticks. Mmmmm! Again after full bellies, we continued on our way, heading this time to Truro, to visit/stay with the grand-Wilkinsons. We had a spot of tea on the back deck, bird watching (the hummingbird that frequents the feeder) and watching the train go by! We retired early that night...very tired from our long day at the zoo.

Saturday we were treated to a fantastic homemade breakfast care of Nannie W - better than anything Cora had on her menu! --> complete with homemade bread for toast, and homemade strawberry/orange jam, eggs, and crispy bacon! After fueling up we were then on our way to Halifax. We walked around the Public Gardens (gorgeous!), walked around the waterfront area, looked through a local art gallery and then drove around the city before moving on to Bayers-Lake to find the humungous Carsand-Mosher. An avid scrapbooker, I was in my glory and in complete awe at the selection. I think I was there for about an hour (? Chris was settled on the couch anyway, waiting!). A quick stop to Quiznos for a sub for supper, and then we headed to Peggy's Cove.

Peggy's Cove is absolutely beautiful; if you've not yet been...go! We spent quite a bit of time there, taking a number of photos. The winds were very calm and the tide was low so we weren't able to witness the fierceness of the waves. We toured the little gift shop beside the lighthouse before it closed, and read the boards outside that depict info about the lighthouse. Apparently there was a lighthouse keeper with the last name Manuel in the 30s I believe. Relation? Who knows! After the sun went down we then went to the Flight 111 memorial site and reflected on the unfortunate passengers & their families who suffered the Swissair tragedy.

Sunday was departure day; the grand-W's took us out for lunch before our take off, and we ate at the Palliser in Truro. It's a quaint little spot - wooden walls/ceilings, and a wall of windows that overlook the tidal bore area. We weren't there to witness the tidal bore unfortunately. Maybe another time.

All in all a fantastic few days...and *sigh*, now it's back to the real world. I owe, I owe, so it's off to work I go.

All systems go!

Just got back from the vet, and Bosco got a clean bill of health! Dr. Kelly said he looked happy & healthy, and in perfect condition for his age. We were also able to kill two birds with one stone while there, getting him vaccinated after a good check up, seeing as the upcoming vaccination was due so soon...hence saving an appointment and money. So, we're good to go!

Sick kitty :(

So it's Wednesday night. I should be packing, and getting things prepared for our little road trip that's scheduled for tomorrow...but the trip is pending now. Pending an appointment with the vet for Bosco. Today I cleaned up 3 separate pukes. All along I blamed poor little Zoe... You see, before we got Zoe, we never so much as had a cough out of Bosco. Zoe was a little sickly thing...teeny weeny and she had worms so was puking a lot after we first got her. Since we got that under control, there's the occasional 'present' of the puke variety and we always blame her. That's the trouble with having two cats...you never know which one is the culprit of which mess...you don't know if both of them are eating the proper amounts or drinking the proper amounts because of the communal water dish/food dish (even though there technically is two of each). But today I witnessed Mr. B and his gag reflex. It was just stomach acid...but I still worry...especially with us going away. I called the vet, and explained what happened, and they too, since we plan to go away, suggested we bring him in tomorrow. He seems ok...not lethargic...I mean he's a big sleeper...and I heard him and Zoe playing around a bit this morning...and he drank a little and ate a little... *crossing fingers*. I suppose a cat could potentially get a little virus like a human?? To add to my worry, however, as I pulled the curtain back in the living room to open the window there was a massive old puke....with food particles...not sure who did it and how long it was sitting there. There's just too much talk of pets getting sick/dying from that food recall that it terrifies me. I always ask at the pet store if the variety I buy is ok, and they always assure me that it is....say a few extra prayers for my little kitties....they're my kids...and it would break my heart if something were to happen to them.

A quick update

Sorry I've been slack -- if you commented I'd know the reading public was missing me :P

Last week went by in a blur...Here's the quick and dirty:

-went to a scrapbooking class (again, just couldn't get enough over the weekend! It was a nice two-page layout courtesy of Ang...hard to pass up).
-Tuesday I had my consult with the neurologist (and might I just add I don't feel overly confident that my pain will be cured after speaking to him. Guess we'll know more on Aug 1 *sigh*), and I had a hair appointment.
-went out with Mummy to a night clinic to get some scripts re-filled (oh the joys of having no family doctor *whine whine*), followed by a delicious Boston Pizza supper.
-out with a co-worker for a drink and some snacks; you know who you are, and I love you dearly...and always there to listen whenever you need it.
-fun times in Ebenezer, complete with a yumm-o nacho dip and fireworks! Thanks guys, it was lovely!
-photo shoot in the tulips!
-BBQ at the Wilkinsons -- complete with Baileys and a rich chocolate pie....mmmm.

I'm now amidst a week vacation from work, and I've been taking full advantage of doing absolutely nothing...and sort of enjoying it... I have tried to get a bit of the house cleaned in between naps with the cats, of course. And I'm now marking another full year behind me as of today....in lieu of the big birthday, Chris & I have planned a bit of a road trip to head to Moncton and perhaps Truro & Halifax. I very much look forward to that!

monkey business

Some days I wish I were a monkey...so that I could fling poo at those who have gotten in the way of my happiness for the day.