Friday, May 5/2017

It is the day for the dentist and eye doctor.
I was up early and sitting in the lawn chair enjoying the early morning sunshine when Bernie got off the school bus, walked over and informed me that he had gotten a call from Gloria's brother Garth that their Dad had passed away in his sleep.  He had been suffering with uncontrolled stomach pain for some time now and had been having a tough time over the last few years.  He had just been transferred to a long term care facility and had only been there a few days.
Gloria was due to arrive at the airport around noon and Bernie would have the unpleasant task of telling her about her Dad.  The only solace to be had would be that he was now out of pain and finally able to rest.  As I told Gloria when I saw her.... It was something we had all hoped for but never really wanted.
Jace arrived home and we all sat around on the front deck as it was far too hot to be on the back deck. It was awesome really as far as the weather went although the mood was understandably subdued.
While sitting on the deck we occasionally got a whiff of skunk and we actually mentioned it a few times.  The dogs were out running around the yard and rolling in the grass having a great time.  That was until they decided to join us on the deck and then we REALLY got a whiff of skunk.   Well, the little jerks had obviously found something interesting!!  Jace went out investigate and found what remained of a dead skunk.....Jesus, Mary and Joseph!!  Stupid Ass Dogs!!  He took the shovel and relocated the carcass and yelled at all the dogs!!
Supper was to be our treat.  Every time we hit the farm, we have Chinese food once during our stay. Tonight was the night.  No one felt like cooking so we ordered and Bernie and I headed to Dundurn to pick it up.  Casey arrived just as we were headed out so we picked him up some as well.  His girlfriend Megan had her kids with them and her son was not feeling well so they headed back to the city with him as there would be no partying tonight.
Supper was delicious.
Karen (Kim's sister) came for a quick visit.  Understandably, she wanted to be with her Mom tonight.
John and I headed back over to the camper soon after supper and watched the rest of the hockey game before calling it a day.
Tomorrow, there would be decisions for Gloria to make.  Tonight, she needs to rest up for the emotional turmoil that will be her upcoming week.
Life is Good despite the fact that death is part of it.