New shingles, new root canal, no TV

 The roof is done. My root canal is done. Our only frustration is getting Shaw, bought out by Rogers, to realign the TV satellite. 

The roofers, Bruce Rogers, began on Wednesday. They arrived around 7:30, and we kept the cats in. 

Cinnamon was wondering who was on the roof: Butch Raccoon, squirrels?! 

I cleaned up the back deck with this. It has a magnet. There are lots of roofing nails that popped out. They cleaned most of it up the next day when they were done.

Our roofers came back Thursday, but the cats were out. We didn't see a cat all day. 

What a job this is. I kept offering water, anything. 

At 1:30 we took off for the dentist. I've never had a root canal. I hope never to have one again. Still on antibiotics, and Tylenol 3. 

The jay walkers really get to me. 

Can you see the back of this car? Don't park near them. 

Note to self: avoid highway #15. Flaggers and single lanes. It's a busy highway at best. People want to go 20km+ over the speed limit.

I made it. The technician was great. She actually held my hand. I have this mortal loathing of needles.

There was a co-op student, as well. He aspires to dentistry. The two of them spoke of computer games, and totally distracted me while the anesthetic took hold. I did have laughing gas. I look a little the worse for wear, but better days ahead!

Escorted to the waiting area, Joe Brian checked me out and drove me home. He'd done groceries while waiting the hour and a half. 

The cats greeted us upon our arrival home. They hadn't eaten all day, and were quite happy to get inside.

I had TLC, and Tylenol 3s. Vanilla pudding!  It is sore this morning, and will be. The cats are quite happy with the peace and quiet. I'm going back on the phone to try book something with Shaw Rogers TV Satellite.

Trip to Carleton Place

 The good news is that JB's PSA test shows no change. While not cured, it is being held at bay by the Lupron he takes quarterly. Happy dance! 

We anxiously await a plumber Friday. Monday, the arborists. I cross my fingers here on Crumbly Acres. The money pit!

On Wednesday, another rainy day, I had to go to the dentist. JB offered to drive, in order for me to take photos, and for the company. The flooding in Quebec has been horrid. Two volunteer firefighters have lost their lives. It is awful. There are so many out there working in the rain. 

The fields are ponds. 

The rivers overflowing.

We've still damage from the ice rain storm.

We were terribly early, and took a drive about Carleton Place. The river is quite high.

The boardwalk, where we've walked many times, is nearly flooded.

The grass is quite green, however, and it is looking very spring-like. We watched them building these residences.

We drove by when they were building this pond, May, 2019. I was curious. Now, the buildings are completed. Unbelievably, I found the blog post. 

Finally, it was time. JB sat and read. This photo was with my camera. 

I took all of these photos with the new phone. It is tricky for me. With my old phone I could say 'cheese' and it would take a photo. I keep having trouble holding it and not covering up the lens! 

Next, we went to a restaurant, indoors, for dinner! It was a tad early, but we'd had early lunches, anticipating eating at 4 p.m., and it was quite quiet. They make a smashing virgin caesar! 

Normally, the patio is our favourite spot. It's been raining for days!

I have dinner leftovers for tomorrow! It was a lovely meal. We haven't eaten IN a restaurant for months. 

We made it home, and the daffodils are still in bloom. The rain is still falling. 

We were happy to put our feet up, and watch the new series we've found. JB has been doing some research, and happened upon it. We watched Season 6, and decided to go back to Season 1, we liked the twists and turns so much. Now, we are up to Season 3, and enjoying it.

Off to the dentist!

 Our dentist is in Carleton Place, a 45-minute drive, so off we went for noon, Wednesday, Oct. 13th. The wetland looks lovely. It was to be a wonderful Autumn day! 

Perth

The maple trees are always wonderful in Autumn. I liked the car colour, too!

Highway 15

The sumac, what can I say? It is my fave.

I loved the colours. Wouldn't one of these front loaders be great?!

Burning bush, with one of those totally ridiculous signs.

Two drivers, both important people I am sure, passed us on double lines and curves. The sound and the worry is awful. 

A bit freaky!

Gardens are still looking great, but with an overnight temperature of 7˚ C., they won't last long.

Carleton Place

Note the driver, wandering over the lines... What, me worry?!

I like this big pot of plants!

After my dental appointment JB suggested we go out to lunch. It was supposed to be a sunny afternoon. Or, at least, partly sunny. It was really cold in the dental office, but warmer on the patio.

What a treat!

This is a lovely patio.

Late lunch is served!

The river was lovely! 

I didn't bring the zoom lens, but there was a blue heron in the river, at the bottom of the photo, on the long rock. Maybe you'll have to trust me! 

The river sounds wonderful. There is something about moving water. 

 

Almonte River from Jennifer Jilks on Vimeo.

The Boston Ivy reminds me of our house in Toronto. There was a factory behind us, with huge old Boston Ivy leaves that would change colour in fall!

This is the pub across the river.

We entertained the thought of parking here, but I noticed the sign restricted parking to only 30 minutes! Someone else did not notice it. Whoopsie!

I'm sure there is a good story here!

There is lots of Hallowe'en decor up!

I liked this cloud. Almost a sea serpent!

And, home and safe! What a lovely day, despite being at the dentist!