Spring Has Finally Sprung!

We've been having beautiful, spring days....full of sun & it's wonderful!  Not before time!

The crocus are up.....a nice little burst of colour this time of year....the Forsythia shrub will be next to flower!

I picked up a couple of pool toys for grand daughter to have fun with....if you don't grab them now....they will be gone before pool time!  These are big enough for the "adult" kids to use also!

My Crocs arrived!!  I am obsessed with them.....are they not adorable?  And how about that bow?  These will be perfect for slipping on to take a pup for potty breaks! 

And.....speaking of the pup.....(see how I did that?)......she & I are signed up for puppy socialization classes!  When she arrives, she will be the perfect age to start....first class is Saturday, April 28 (as was recommended the trainer).....classes are forty-five minutes in duration....great for both she & I!  We are attending Spot on Dogs training facility....we are signed up for five classes!

And I dropped into the veterinary clinic (just down the road from us).....and had a wonderful chat with the receptionist, Stephanie.  I gained a wealth of information.....as I've mentioned this is the first pup we have gotten so young.  Clancy will be due for her second immunization & kennel cough vaccine.....and a check up....we have her first appointment scheduled for April 28th.  

I'm holding off for a bit on flea & tick medication....I'll talk with our new vet....discuss whether the medication will suppress Clancy's immune system.....she is still quite young.  Fleas & ticks are an issue here....

Mr. Seventies continues to recover.....will need to book a follow up appointment with his surgeon in the coming days.  We are taking walks daily.....building up his strength.  He is a bit more mobile....but not over-doing it.

That is about all the news from here!  Have an awesome weekend....thanks so much for hanging out with me!  

Til next time.....

 

Cuteness Overload

 

The breeder sent me a quick video clip!  The kitty looks unimpressed with Clancy Mae!!   Counting down the days til she arrives!  Daughter & grand daughter visited yesterday.....and brought some puppy items they had tucked away....a package of pee pads, a full box of waste bags & this adorable treat puzzle.....a great past time to keep a pup busy......

We are enrolled in puppy socialization classes.....our first class is April 25th....I needed to get a few things required for training.....such as a treat pouch to attach to a belt loop....I ordered this colour.....

As well as another bag of Crumps training bites.....I plan to use pieces of her kibble for training as well....

Classes are taught using the clicker method of training.....not my favourite as Liesel & I had little success with it....but in our defence the class at that time (facility has since closed) was extremely unorganized.....and much confusion happening.....

These clickers come to in a pack of two & you attach one to your wrist.

I have the co-ordination of a duck wearing rain boots.....as you need to click & reward at the same time....but we'll give it a go again.....

Spot on Dogs is where we 're attending classes & I've heard & read nothing but positive reviews.   Clancy Mae will be the perfect age for the puppy socialization class....maximum size of classes is up to four pups.   She will barely have time to get settled before we begin class.....but a tired pup.....is a quiet pup!!  

I'm hoping to make a quick trip to Inspired Living......now that Mr. Seventies is doing so well.....I haven't visited for quite some time....I suspect it is full of spring & summer decor.....

It's going to be cool here today.....with a northwest wind....so will need to bundle up.....still. 

Have an awesome day!  

Until next time....

What A Croc(s)!!

Croc shoes that is!!  You either love them or hate them.....one thing I've noticed is how much they have expanded on the current styles of them.....

I'm normally not a fan of them.....until I came across this adorable style on Crocs Canada (not a sponsored post).....I'm thinking they will be perfect for taking our pup outside when the grass is dew covered....as opposed to hauling on rain boots....

I actually prefer the strap pulled forward....leaving the heel open....and the colour is called Flame.......

They also have available.....Jibbitz charms.....oh the possibilities are endless for those.....I decided on this adorable pearl bow to dress them up a bit....there are so many to choose from...

The charms attach through the holes on the front end of the Crocs.....I'll share a photo of them when they arrive....

One thing I've noticed lately.....is how tightly and difficult covers of bottles are to remove.....most times I require Mr. Seventies assistance!  A number of years ago....I had a rubber circular pad that was very helpful.....but over the years....it has since disappeared!

I went searching on Amazon & found these rubber discs...and quickly ordered a set of three.    They arrived & I'm happy to report they work so well.....I can easily get the tops off bottles now....

My Oral B flosser died a few days ago....which presented the opportunity to use my Amazon gift cards....this one is not a brand name....but it works just as well & has all the attachments I use....and it's rechargeable.  If you're looking for a reasonably priced flosser....I highly recommend this one.....

I also use a rechargeable tooth brush.....(I have regular brushes as well)....Ive been using this particular one over the years....replacing the heads every couple of months....I chose to replace my current brush with this updated version....it sits on a charger....

Does anyone else suffer with dry eye?  I thought "dry eye" would mean your eyes would feel dry & scratchy....but that is not the case.  When I had my eye exam last fall, the optometrist sent me for an eye scan as I had quite a bit of "water" behind my pupils.....which causes my eyes to water terrible....especially during the winter months....

He also gave me a bottle of eye drops....which were hateful to actually use....so I ditched them & purchased this brand....I've been using it for a couple of weeks now....either the drops are working or it's because our temperatures outside for walking are milder.....my eyes don't seem to water as much....

I also read taking Vitamin A can help with dry eye....I've been taking it for a couple of months now.  I can't say if it's working ....as our weather is warming up outside....but it certainly can't hurt.  Being outside in the cold caused my eyes to water so much.....so annoying....

We had a quiet Easter....daughter & family brought turkey dinners for us to heat up (disclaimer - turkey in my opinion.....is not an Easter meal....much prefer ham).....but if someone is wonderful enough to bring us delicious meals.....who are we to complain?   And.....I purchased a huge ham for Mother's Day meal...it's in the freezer til then....

Mr. Seventies continues to heal....getting bored....today he wants to get out for a short walk....the weather this week looks like spring just might finally show up!  We've had a combination of snow, ice pellets and rain for a few days now...... I'm to make a follow up appointment this week with his surgeon for Mr. Seventies to see him in a few weeks.....as well as book Clancy Mae's transport flight to Charlottetown.

I've contacted Spot on Dogs.....for puppy socialization & obedience classes.....once I confirm she is fully vaccinated....we will sign up.  Puppy socialization classes are for pups under the age of 20 weeks.....so perfect for us.

I also need to drop into the vet clinic close to our house....to inquire what is required regarding immunizations, worming, real & tick medication and whatever else Clancy will require. We've not had a puppy this young, so we are in new territory..  We are purchasing her with a spay/neuter contract....her spay will take place in August or thereabouts....once she has reached six months of age....

That is about all what is happening here.....now that Mr. Seventies is on the mend....the task of keeping him relatively quiet is at hand.....

Please join me later today over at https://betweennapsontheporch.net/ for Metamorphosis Monday & tomorrow over at https://www.myslicesoflife.com/ for Talking About It Tuesday....

Thanks so much for visiting with me today.....so greatly appreciate it!

Til next time.....

Wishing Everyone A Blessed Easter

 

Today we have another bit of nasty weather approaching....snow, ice pellets....and rain.  Exactly a repeat of what we had on Wednesday!

We have a better chance of having a white Easter than a white Christmas!   At least any snow or freezing rain we get....won't stick around long.

Mr. Seventies is recuperating really well.....little discomfort....but then he was in more pain & soreness before surgery.  

We will be spending Easter dinner at home.....daughter & family plan to visit & bring dinner to us....as well as we will celebrate grand daughter's birthday.  

Our breeder reports Clancy Mae is busy with potty training!  Such a smart little gal we are getting!

Wishing everyone a beautiful Easter weekend!  I'm unable to get out & about these days....preferring to stick close to home & care for my patient!

Til next time....

 

Post Surgery Update

Mr. Seventies surgery went well....he received amazing care. Such a wonderful team! !  He is now home....propped up in bed...solving a crossword puzzle!  (could be the pain meds helping)....

Now...he has six weeks of rest & recovery time....seeing the surgeon again in a few weeks!  

A Visit To The Garden Store

We took the short drive to Vesey's Seeds....the spot where Mr. Seventies buys vegetable seeds for the upcoming gardening season.  We tend to go early in the season..... sometimes the seeds sell out!  Every Christmas Mr. Seventies is gifted a certificate to use at Veseys.....he had written his list a couple of days earlier....so off we went!  

There was another couple in the store.....about our age...doing the exact same thing!  Great minds think alike!  While Mr. Seventies gather up his seed packages.....I browsed the gift shop....

This sweatshirt is right up Mr. Seventies alley!  So true...

 I think this book might be a great Father's Day gift idea....

We have this potato cookbook already (written by an Island author) ....although we don't eat an abundance of potatoes!  A few weeks back....a number of local farmers opened their warehouses - and anyone could fill bags with potatoes.....at no cost!  Mr. Seventies & daughter came home with two shopping bags full!  (although we gave her most of ours......as they eat more potatoes than we do)....

I think this would look awesome in our garden....either the veggie or flower gardens....

I love anything with foxes.....and this garden flag is no exception!  However....I get mine so much cheaper on-line....and have an abundance of them already.....

This is a great garden stand & flag.....I do prefer the flag holders that you push directly into the soil....with our winds....this I suspect would blow over pretty quick.....

At first glance I thought these were painted terra cotta pots.....however they are vinyl.   Still very pretty & available in a variety of sizes and painted patterns.....

By this time, Mr. Seventies had his seeds safely tucked in a paper bag....and was happy to get everything on his list....

In other news.....I popped into Home Sense one afternoon....and came across the Easter bunny/dachshund piece....this time marked down....immediately added to cart.....I only have so much resistance.....

How pretty is this candle vase?  I'm not a huge fan of their candles.....but once burned this little container would be an awesome little vase.....

Home Sense seems to always have an awesome collection of mugs.....and I love anything sunflower....however I have enough mugs on hand to open my own coffee shop.....

In other news.....today we will be given the time to be at the hospital tomorrow for Mr. Seventies surgery....a quick call this afternoon to the pre-surgery clinic to advise us....

I know Mr. Seventies is a bit anxious & that is understandable....but he will be relieved when surgery is over & he is home.  The surgery itself takes about an hour and a half...then an hour in recovery & if all goes well....I'll be able to bring him home.  Daughter is available to assist if I need a bit of help....but I'm not anticipating any problems....

In anticipation of the arrival of Miss Clancy Mae.....I popped into the pet store at the end of our road...and was immediately disappointed how little the worker knew about the dog food I was interested in.  I had gone in to purchase a bag of Oven Baked Tradition....a Canadian company in Quebec that oven bakes its dog kibble.  Most pet foods is cooked by extrusion.....this food is oven baked at low temperature...

Oven baked produces kibble that is denser....so your pet may eat less....but feel full. 

I was turned off by the pet store worker's lack of knowledge on the product....and they only had limited bags of adult & senior dog food.  A puppy needs food packed with protein.....and a variety of vegetables, fruits & supplements for growing strong....

I left the store & went directly to Global Pet Foods.....where I not only know the owner of the store....the staff are extremely knowledgeable about the products they sell....most having gone on tours of facilities.  I was not disappointed....the young man I spoke with took the time to answer all my questions (although I was well versed beforehand)..

He asked if the breeder was sending a bit of the current food Clancy Mae is being fed....(I've requested some be sent so I can make the transition)....(most breeders...not all.... feed store brand dog kibble....which is less costly than higher priced brands...they usually have an abundance of dogs & pups to feed).  If however,  none is sent he recommended  mixing a bit of cooked white rice into the kibble....(she is currently being fed Purina Chicken & Rice).....

I chose a small bag to make the transition....... happy that it's small bites for small breeds.  And dense & chewable....I hope she has a good appetite!  Most dachshunds do......Liesel was the exception however....

Also Global has a buyer's reward program....when you've purchased 12 bags...the 13th bag is free.....great incentive...

Mother Nature has decided to go out like a lion.....we have a "Special Weather Statement" issued for Tuesday night into Wednesday.  Snow, ice pellets & freezing rain!  Ugh.  Winter go away. I'm thankful the statement wasn't issued for tonight into tomorrow.....so there is that....

Be sure to join me later today over at https://betweennapsontheporch.net/ for Metamorphosis Monday & again tomorrow at https://www.myslicesoflife.com/ for Talking About It Tuesday....

Fingers crossed this potential winter mess will be a no show!!  I plan to update tomorrow after we arrive home from the hospital....please keep Mr. Seventies in your thoughts & prayers!

Thank you so much for being here with me....I so appreciate your company!

Til next time....

 

Spring Is In The Air

We've been having some "spring-like" weather...... sun & blue skies!  We've been able to wear sneakers on our walks....the sidewalks are bare....

The stores are chock full of spring decor. & fashion accessories.....like this gorgeous handbag!  I didn't purchase it.....but it was so tempting....

This adorable piece is giving me Anne of Green Gables vibes.....just needs a bit of red hair under that hat......

A cute candle & it smelled amazing....there was a great selection to choose from....

 

This looks like a craft project......gone bad!   Just going to leave this pic here....it was made of heavy cardboard material.....enuf said.....

Lovely spring cushions....so pretty....this sweet bunny one caught my eye.....along with the beautiful mint green one...

Oh this pitcher.....wouldn't it be wonderful to use during the summer for cold drinks?  Or to hold a freshly picked bouquet of flowers?

Another questionable piece......makes me go hmmmm.... I really don't think I want my tea served in this mug....

Along with spring decor.....lots of spring & summer clothing available....I've been searching for months now for a pair of leather slides for summer.   These ones from VIBAe (Finland) fit the bill perfectly!  I love their footwear....it's pricey....but good quality leather footwear is.....I can't wait until we can pack away the winter coats & footwear....

I've been crushing on these Sorel sneakers for a while now....gave up my crush....and finally ordered them...I love the colour....and they look so comfortable....(and I'm all about comfort)......

Today Mr Seventies'  pre-surgery appointment at the hospital....these appointments are usually about 2-3 hours long..  We are counting down the days until March 31 - fingers crossed his surgery doesn't get re-scheduled or cancelled....he is quite uncomfortable....

Thanks so much for stopping by today....I hope you have an awesome one!!

Til next time.....