Dog Gone

Perhaps you've missed my entries over the past week. Please excuse my lack of blog diligence & permit me to offer an explanation.

It was a cold & rainy week. Rain lashed at our rooftop and wind bent the trees. Water rushed down the incline of our driveway, dislodging rocks & damaging the delicate plants alongside.

Donning my oilskins, and with a courage untapped 'til now, I braved the elements to save or restore the landscaping heretofore lovingly maintained by Papa et Mama. As I collected sticks, tied up plants, and reconstructed cedar chip pathways, Papa et Mama watched from the screened porch.

Each day, as Papa left for work and Mama read interminable ebook mysteries I ventured outside to tackle the day's disarray. Plagued by neighborhood squirrels and chipmonks, mocked by birds, and teased by passing children, I remained committed to my war with raging nature.

Perhaps it was because of my efforts, which I don't for a minute regret, that the last two days I've spent in bed with a nasty cold. Nor have I been cheered with chicken soup, ice cream or hard candies. The effort was its own reward.

The important question: when will I return to regular blogging? I'll do my best not to disappoint you but I may still require a few more days recovery time. So til I'm back on my feet again, cheers to you & yours.