Settling!

Another week has passed on the shore of Lake Superior in my hometown. We arrived home last weekend, and this week has been consumed with settling in to the relaxed atmosphere here. The timing of our travel was to accommodate my appointment with the dentist/denturist on Monday. They have approved the replacement of my partial upper plate after its many years of service and recent breakage. Not to worry, I have it held together with crazy glue, and since the clips have long since worn out and broken off, it has only been serving as a decoration in recent years anyway. There was a time when I could eat apples or corn on the cob, and I hope to do that again once I get my new appliance. The dentist did a couple of chip repairs on lower teeth while he was in there, and then I was subjected to something entirely new to me. They did a scan of my teeth and gums, both upper and lower—no more trays full of goop to take an impression. She worked a probe around inside my mouth and gradually built a 3-D representation of my mouth from which they will create the metal frame to be the basis of my new plate. I thought to myself, “I’ll bet Eric would be glad to know about this technology!” Now, I’m waiting a few weeks to see how fitting it is!

Was much worse, it’s getting better

We have been doing a bit of yard work, during which Wendy received a spider bite. At least, that’s what we think it is. It looked very similar to the one I got a few years back—a stark white circle around a central red dot. Like mine, it was very uncomfortable and developed a red swollen area around it. Unlike mine, she did not have a niece sending her to the doctor! So, she’s still suffering, while the bite area is gradually reducing in swelling and heat. Meanwhile, there is still plenty of work to do in the yard to eliminate the weeds that keep coming back. The markets keep struggling along, and the DOW even made a new post-Trump high, after only seven months. This week was big for the markets as the central bankers gathered for their yearly confab in Jackson Hole. Investors and traders were encouraged by news from there, although the FED warned of the twin threats of higher inflation due to tariffs, and lower employment. We tread carefully. In the world of sports, the Jays continue to lead their conference and added a new pitcher to the mix this week—looking good! The Riders played the first half in Calgary tonight, but apparently it’s a 60-minute game! At least they’re still in first place.  

Erica writes, “It was a busy week of work, VBS, and getting ready for our next adventure. On Saturday, we left for the Maritimes. We are flying Air Canada and, fortunately, they have settled their employment contract so the planes are flying! We have started relocating necessary items from the front door to the back. Eric has put up a set of hooks for our coats and our shoe shelf is now at the back. We have purchased some sample paint for the bathroom, but have yet to paint a patch to determine whether or not we have found the right shade. Liam and Mercedes are back in Caronport. Mercedes has a few job offers for the fall. We are still hoping for one particular job to come through, but are thankful she has something!”

She built it by herself!

Erin took some time off to celebrate her birthday. Kristian chipped in with a couple of thoughtful gifts: a Lego Race Car, which she built, and a movie night to see F1, which they both enjoyed. Her garden keeps producing, but it appears to be on its last legs now. Things look already to go for Kristian at Sask Polytech. We wish him well, but understand that it won’t be easy. Work hard, buddy! 

We were glad to be welcomed home by Travis, Joanna, Andrew & Rosie on our return—thanks. Travis and Joanna left on Wednesday for some time in Vancouver visiting Gemma & Jonas. We are taking care of Marigold while they’re away. 

Trav, Joanna HotTubbing in BC!

And that’s enough for this week.