We started our week with our usual visit to the Daylesford Market, where Morse was given pears by Yvonne & Ken, and a treat from Jeff. There were no other dogs in sight, and everyone he met wanted to pat him, absolutely the perfect morning. It was another beautiful day, which gave Wes a chance to spend more time in the front garden, and I achieved a few things inside.
On Monday, Wes took me shopping at Coles, and we also visited Tonna's & the pharmacy. While I recovered from that exertion, he got cracking in the back garden, where the roses are finally fully in bloom, and everywhere we look is a blaze of colour. Not quite as good as the 16,500 rose bushes at Flemington Racecourse, but probably the best our 125 bushes have ever looked.
We are still both recovering from the shock of Donald Trump's easy election win, and worried about the effect it will have on Australia. Because we have compulsory voting, and are grateful to be able to have a say in the running of our country, we find it hard to understand that only 57% of the population voted. If ever there was a time to choose a female President, this was it, so it may be quite a few years before another female is brave enough, and has enough support, to stand.
Our water seepage problem continues even after all that has been done. Wes let the insurance company know and eventually they came to the party and agreed to send the Water Leak Detector, Paul, out again in case there are leaks elsewhere, apart from the two he found, which Gary the plumber repaired promptly. Wes also advised Central Highlands Water in case the leak is not on our property.
On Tuesday morning, I was pleased to be able to Zoom with Jeff in Lincolnshire and later, Leanne in Strathmore, an improvement on the previous cataract operation, when I wasn't able to make these calls. It was lovely to catch up with them, and I was pleased to see them both looking well. That afternoon an insurance assessor arrived and agreed that we probably have a leak under the concrete driveway.
We finally got some rain on Wednesday, but not before Wes & Morse had a good early morning walk. Wes very kindly drove me to a fringe trim appointment, then to the PO and Tonna's before we all came back here and Morse & I got out of his way while he vacuumed and washed the floors. In the afternoon we drove to Ballarat for my check-up appointment with the eye specialist. Dr David was thrilled with how both eyes were going, and I don't need to see him again, just go back to Sarah, my optician, and get new reading glasses when we return from Adelaide.
On Thursday morning, Wes had a very lengthy Zoom with the Jackson Group, discussing the result of the US Election. This was led by the Americans in the group, each giving their thoughts on what it means for America and the rest of the world. Meanwhile, I was in the Guest Room, chatting with Kathy, Karen S & Joyce, and we enjoyed some fun & laughter, as well as admiring Joyce's latest cross-stitch project.
We had a lunch date with Bob White on Friday at the Pig & Whistle Hotel in East Trentham, so picked him up from Trentham on our way there. I hadn't been there for many years and was keen to visit after Wes waxed lyrical after his most recent lunch there. We three all enjoyed our meals, the Barossa Valley Sauvignon Blanc and the friendly greetings from the staff. There were plenty of people eating outside, others in the bistro, and some, like us, in the bar, where there was a fire going for anyone feeling cold. Thanks Bob for a lovely time together - we've been friends for over 40 years, and have shared much over that time.
About to tuck into our meals - me with barbecued calamari on a bed of rocket; Bob chose Sri Lankan chicken curry, and Wes had sticky ribs with onion rings & mash
Yesterday was hot, so we got going early. Wes & Morse went to the Daylesford Cemetery, where a record 9 bunnies were waiting on the outskirts to play chasey with Morse. Then they drove to Ballan to give Rob & Dene's place a good watering, before coming home via Daylesford Hardware. Meanwhile, I made the Christmas Pudding, as I had a completely free day to hang around watching it simmer gently for 6 hours!
We managed to stay cool in spite of 33℃ and finished the day with fish & chips, much to Morse's delight. Wes always buys too many chips, so Morse gets a handful with his next few meals. We watched Australia win the second T20 game against Pakistan, as well as the AFLW semis, where Adelaide easily beat Fremantle, and Port came from behind in the last quarter to pip Hawthorn by a point. The Preliminary Finals will be exciting next weekend - Adelaide face Brisbane, and Port will try to beat North Melbourne.
Today is Wes's birthday. He had hoped we could see a film at Ballarat, but nothing appeals this morning. He & Morse are off at the cemetery hoping for lots of bunnies again, before we head to the Daylesford Market.
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