Short takes

1. After many days of rain, we had . . . more rain. And sleet and three bouts of hail. But the sun came out late afternoon, and the forecast doesn't call for rain for the rest of the week. Of course, they only manage to accurately forecast a few hours into the future, but I'm taking that forecast and clutching it to me.

2. Dar goes in for her first iron infusion tomorrow. Out-patient, about 3 or 4 hours. About 10% of people develop a life-threatening reaction to the infusion, so guys - load up on good thoughts, vibes, prayer, whatever you got, OK?

3. It's been a bad few days for me, brightened only by the presence of sffan. Lots of falling down, fatigue, and way bad blues. Hoping that the better weather will cure some of that anyway.

4. Still no word back from the mechanic on the status of my car repairs. If I didn't recognize the tow truck, I'd be starting to worry that some random guy came and took off with my car. Heh. It needs four new tires, and I think that's the hold up: they're a special size that isn't very popular in Canada.

5. Still no visa.

6. The crias are being extra adorable. After watching two adults get into a spitting match, Echo and Tango stood face to face and exchanged little baby spits with great glee. It was very, very cute. Then they gave the cria equivalent of giggles and galloped off around the paddocks.

7. Have to get up extra early tomorrow so I can borrow the Jeep and drive Dar to her appointment in London (about 2 hours away.) Sleep for me. And for you all, too - hope everyone has a great night.