While the week was rather quiet in terms of activity, it did not lack in events.
We did take a walk into the desert and came across an interesting site - a small burial for pets - but mostly dogs spread about under several small trees. I would think that the area was quite a favourite spot for dogs as it is in the open desert where they can run free.
Once again we had our motorhome in for repair - this time it was to have the muffler replaced that was ordered almost three weeks ago and the shocks that were to be replaced ten days or so ago but were the wrong ones. Well guess what - it was the wrong one. But we did get the right shocks installed but it has been quite a process. Since our time here is running short, we did a do it yourself kind of repair which will take us to where we can get it repaired/replaced properly without having to pack up only to find out that another trip was required. That may well be when we get home!
Early one morning (5:00 a.m.) Gerry heard the garbage trucks and wondered if the garbage had been taken out. I got up and checked and no, it hadn't so I proceeded to run out in my pyjamas to take it out. Quickly I put on Gerry's shoes and went running out so I could beat the garbage truck. As luck would have it, there is a small (probably one inch or so) rail that the gate runs on, and I guess my toe caught that darn rail. Yup, out I went into the street - almost on all fours. Fortunately I was rather graceful as I went slipping out onto the street as I was not very sore - well except for the scrapes on one knee and one palm which will likely take quite some time to heal. Also, no broken bones so that is good. And I got the garbage out before the trucks arrived!
Today was not a good day for friends. Two of them were taken to the hospital by ambulance - one is being kept in for the night and the other we have not heard. We wish them both well and a speedy recovery.
Sadly, we also laid to rest a dear friend up in Pincher Creek, AB this past week whose life was cut way too short. We will fondly remember his friendly demeanor and his infectious smile. RIP Bob!!
Next week we are going off-roading so hopefully, I will have some news and some interesting pictures. I hope each one of you have a great week, stay healthy, and thanks for stopping by.
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