A Taste of Home is Much Needed

 Yesterday was one of those days. I was exhausted. I was sad. Let me explain…

On Sunday, we believe it was Sydney that threw up at the door when we were at the neighbourhood party. On Monday, I noticed that she was panting a lot and had more than usual saliva. Tuesday…I thought for sure she had a UTI. She wanted in and out. She was pacing and acting strange, and seemed paranoid. She wanted to eat but would walk away from her bowl. I eventually hand fed her. I had to use our K9 water bottle to give her water, as she would not drink from her water bowl. She wanted nothing to do with River or Morgan. She would just spend her days and nights in our bedroom sleeping (I just realize now that that has been going on for awhile.) 

Her panting was increasing.

I sent a text to the Vet, along with a video. I can’t tell you how much he is a blessing to our household.

Yesterday, I brought her to see him, along with a Urine sample. Her urine was fine, her pancreas was fine. (She has a history of pancreatitis.) Her joints were flexible and fine. But, she had slight fever and heat alone the spine. 

What we are thinking is that she has infection along the spine, possibly from bacteria from the collerettes. She started getting collerettes last year. They seem to happen around August/September. This is the second year in a row that she gets them…possibly from sandfly bites. Yes, those dreaded no-see-ums. I hope she has no spinal damage.  She started antibiotics, gabapentin and meloxicam. She seems to be better already. I have, also, washed her with ProHex….which I will continue to do.

After supper, she cuddled with me on the bed. If I moved, her head came up and she pawed me to hold her. 

I know for sure now, that I will break when she passes. She is my BabyGirl, and she is such a good dog. Ugh, why do we do this to ourselves.

So, by chance….I came across a post this morning on social media that immediately brought me back into my Grandmother’s kitchen. Nana’s kitchen. I had no idea that this comfort food was called Fricot. But, the reminder brought back memories of her wisdom she passed on to us. Of her love of her family and animals and story-telling.

Fun fact: My grandmother’s last name was Frigault. Which derived from FRIGOT. Not quite the same….but, close 😉

I definitely plan on making this soon. Comfort food is much needed right now. Thought I would share some of my Acadian roots with you. Give it a try 💙⭐️🤍❤️

As for Sydney, she gets lots of love and care right now. She is on the mend. Updates will come your way as I find out more. Now, go give Acadian Chicken Fricot a try…

https://tourismnewbrunswick.ca/acadian-chicken-fricot-fricot-au-poulet 

The Beauty of Mornings

 Mornings are beautiful to me. Solitude. Peaceful. And, colourful. Yes…you read that correctly. Colourful. 

There is a very quick moment in time, when the sun rises, that brings out the most beautiful colours the sky has to offer. Yellows, orange, pink, purple, blue. All so very stunning. Vivid. Usually bright, sometimes pale. It is all so beautiful to my eyes. 

Don’t get me wrong…I have my morning chores. I feed my dogs. I feed the Crows. Yet, I never miss that beautiful sunrise. I grab a cup of coffee, meditate, sing The Happy Cell song (yes, I am trying to heal my body) and soak in the beauty of the morning. It doesn’t last long, but just long enough to rejuvenate my soul. 

Mornings allow my “alone time”….my time to reflect, to heal or send healing energy, to connect with Spirit Guides, to “speak” with my loved ones that have passed, to watch nature. Quiet. 

Miss Writing. OMG. Is it really 2026

 Well, well, well….how many years has it been? 😳 WAY TOO MANY! 

So much has happened. Life got in the way (lame excuse), health got in the way (lame excuse #2)….but, I really missed writing so HERE I AM!

I plan on continuing to write and to share what has been going on in my life. Hopefully, you enjoy. If you have any thoughts on what subjects you would like me to write about, just let me know. 

Post Nasal Surgery

Last year, I went through sinus surgery. A surgery I desperately needed. A surgery I avoided for years.

I did keep track of the progress and let me tell you...the first few nights were not pleasant, especially when I ended up with tonsillitis on top of everything.

Today...almost a year later, I am still learning to breathe through my nose again, rather than my mouth. Sounds so charming, doesn't it?!

Happy fixed sinuses & polyp removal May 1st! Will celebrate by going outside and taking a deep breath!

I love to travel. Always have. So, when "the guy" said....lets vacation shop/look/escape this February 2014....I thought, HELL YEAH!!!!!

I love the Caribbean. I had my first taste (late in life) when I went on a CFOS Cruise. We traveled to Half Moon Cay & Nassau, Bahamas....San Juan, Puerto Rico, and St Thomas, USVI. It was fabulous. THEN....a family member decided to get married in the Mayan Riviera, Mexico. Then, D & D decide to marry in the Bahamas.

Now,...my task to find a destination was taxing. I know, I know...you're kidding, right?! No, actually. We had no idea where we wanted to vacation, had a budget in mind, and Nassau & Mexico were out of the question. 

We both want quiet, beautiful beach, good food and sort of off the beaten path. Not a huge resort. OK, then. Remember,...we had a certain budget in mind.

I actually printed a map of the Caribbean. I became so desperate that I started to look at tiny Islands, only to find out that they may disappear with the tides. Arrrrgggg! Where to go??? The guy finally said we could look at Cozumel. Phew! Although, that didn't quite work out...I did find Isla Mujeres ( Island of Women) with a really cool history! Right up my alley! Since then,...I come to find out that I know people from here that have been there...and, a couple of locals that winter there each year (lucky ducks!)

So. Isla Mujeres, here I come. I am so excited and can't wait for the sun and ocean to embrace me. I look forward to learning the history in depth and I even have a mission (that'll be another BLOG...about um, fertility.) All I need to do now is learn a bit of Spanish. :)

7 glorious days on Isla Mujeres...an island that is only some 7 kilometres (4.3 mi) long and 650 metres (2,130 ft) wide.  Turquoise waters that wait for me...ahhhh...

PS...have I told you that I love "the guy" a whole lot???? I do! :) <3 nbsp="" span="">

Calendar Girls needs your support! :)

It has been about 31 years since I hit the live theatre stage. I finally auditioned and actually got a role in Calendar Girls. (Seriously?!) 

So...if you are in the area...please consider coming to a show. Please. If not, please consider purchasing a Calendar (with a difference) with proceeds to the Residential Hospice of Grey Bruce. With so much cancer in my family...being a part of Calendar Girls means a lot to me. Hospice means a lot, too...

You can either have me pick up a calendar for you or you can phone the Roxy for details on how to have it mailed: http://roxytheatre.ca/calendar-girls-calendar/

Show details here:  http://roxytheatre.ca/event/calendar-girls/

Last I heard, last week...we are 50% Sold Out. Thank You for supporting Owen Sound Little Theatre, the Hospice, Calendar Girls...and my dreams! xoxo

Interesting to read the meaning of the sunflower: http://www.whats-your-sign.com/symbolic-sunflower-meaning.html

I know it has been over a year since I have been here. :/ No excuse. I will start blogging about my experience with Calendar Girls in more detail. Thanks for sticking around. I love you for it! :)

Enjoy life....there are no re-runs!!!  

Donna Henry

So...started the day off just peachy-keen!

Woke up sounding like Barry White, which would be great if I were a male. But, last time I  checked...Um, you get the idea. I am nick-named Barryetta White.

Had to share half my banana with my Portie Finn....he was relentless!

My hair looks like I am the spawn of Medusa!

And, to top it all off: This morning...went to push my pant pockets down (through the inside) and my ring caught on the lace of my panties. Caught with my hands in my pants! lol And,...in front of my Male Co-Worker.

Lord, help me!