Friday, March 25, 2011

Slowing down.





Wilf started off gamely enough towards Kelly's house but after fifty yards decided he'd had enough. Time for a precarious, back scratching, roll on the grass by the drainage ditch and then a beeline for home and a doze. A definite slowing down these last three days.

To the garden centre for some lemon trees for the terrace and some box for the planters by the front door. While I chose and paid for the plants Wilf went off to investigate the olive and peach trees. Thankfully, no one seemed to notice him quickly sprinkling the roots with Eau de Wilf. His attitude to gardening : " If dandelions were hard to grow, they'd be most welcome on any lawn ".

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  1. booahbooMarch 25, 2011 at 9:21 AM

    The heart is still willing... nevermind Wilfee.. there's still tomorrow.

    I would love for some lemons to grow in our garden.. but i killed the last tree with too much of the horses poo+pee.

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  2. Narrative jewelryMarch 25, 2011 at 9:33 AM

    You made my day Angus with this famous "Eau de Wilf", so funny ! You are a poet...
    Have a beautiful Friday, amitiés to you and the Font, cuddles and bisous to my beloved Wilfee.

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  3. SalMarch 25, 2011 at 10:49 AM

    Alright Wilf..maybe we will go next time if the weather is not that hot..

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  4. ~Kim at Golden Pines~March 25, 2011 at 10:56 AM

    Maybe Wilf thinks that Kelly should be willing to at least meet him half-way.

    I agree with the thoughts on gardening too!

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  5. WFT NobbyMarch 25, 2011 at 11:04 AM

    Dear Wilfy will still be enjoying the garden fragrances I hope.

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  6. Whispering WallsMarch 25, 2011 at 12:14 PM

    Those lemons look more like ugli fruit

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  7. UnknownMarch 25, 2011 at 12:41 PM

    Good morning handsome Wilf! Love the photos this morning. What fun to have lots of new trees to christen, Angus always seems to have just the right thing for you. "Eau de Wilf" indeed, almost christened my screen with coffee.

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  8. houndstoothMarch 25, 2011 at 12:45 PM

    Eau de Wilf! Thanks for my morning giggle!

    Kelly will be there for a while, Wilf! Don't worry!

    I am betting your garden would make me decide to just give mine up completely!

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  9. AnonymousMarch 25, 2011 at 2:01 PM

    Eau de Wilf - great find. I join into the giggle - slowly but steadily...
    Hope Kellie shows up in your developing garden...
    Wilfie - you look just super! Lots of Love from Southern Italy Susanne, Daisy and Foxiie
    P.S. Maybe you should drive him to meet Kelly - maybe he gets a boost out of it??

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  10. Scout and FreyjaMarch 25, 2011 at 3:31 PM

    I LOVE Wilf's idea about dandelions! He is so, so right - spot on☺ And, Wilf, you must leave your calling card when you visit - that is the polite thing to do.

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  11. Ina in AlaskaMarch 25, 2011 at 4:12 PM

    Lovely photos, thanks for taking us along on the walk and visit to the greenhouse! Happy weekend!!

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  12. Golden SamanthaMarch 25, 2011 at 4:59 PM

    It has been way too long since we visited - the pawrents' lives are changing with Dad's retirement and there's been lots of work and cleaning out and stuffs. We did look through several back posts - the rhythms of daily life there (Mme. Bay and her outfit (!), Ends of croissants, the stocking up of wine for Easter and so much more...) seem to gentle to us. Love those lemons - know they'll look great on your terrace! Love your euphemism: Eau de Wilf - Hee hee! Have a good weekend!
    Big Hugs xoxoxo
    Sammie, Avalon and Ozzie

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  13. the many BsMarch 25, 2011 at 6:11 PM

    i would love to offer you some dandelions from my yard.

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  14. sprinklesMarch 25, 2011 at 6:20 PM

    I have a few too many dandelions if Wilf is in need of them. My neighbor told me I should cut them up and put them in my salad. No thank you. I'd let Wilf christen them though.

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  15. rottroverMarch 25, 2011 at 6:43 PM

    Love the upside down photo! Enjoy your day, Vilfee!

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  16. KariMarch 25, 2011 at 8:09 PM

    There is something so wonderfully elegant about lemon trees in containers. And the lovely scent on the air: just heaven.

    You are so right about the dandelions, wonderful Wilf. It's really all in the way we look at things. Our love to you and your family.

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  17. Bella Roxy & MacduiMarch 25, 2011 at 8:17 PM

    Being first class grass rollers, ourselves, we love the picture of Wilf enjoying a roll.

    XXXOOO Daisy, Kendra & Bella

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  18. 10NISNE1March 25, 2011 at 9:35 PM

    That's exactly how I felt after my tennis match this morning. Although, I don't think I would look as cute rolling around on my back at the baseline.

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  19. Moondance HuskiesMarch 25, 2011 at 9:57 PM

    Eau de Wilf!!! How perfect! Even though Wilf is slowing down, he still enjoys the simple joys of living and of sharing his life with you. You and he are truly blessed....blessed every minute of every precious day you spend together. I know you cherish the time and you have taught us all to slow down and savor life. There is so much to enjoy if we just take the time, as you have, to enjoy every "morsel".
    Much love to you, Wilf and the font,
    Skye, the Moondance Huskies, kitties and mom Joan

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  20. MrsDuncanMahoganyMarch 25, 2011 at 11:10 PM

    Aw Wilf! It is Friday after all, so I can understand the need to have a slow day. I had a slow one as well (vacation!!). We are off shortly for a few days away this coming Monday, but we wish you well, fair day and keep going! We will catch up with you on our return...

    With love your Canadian pals,
    Dianna along with Tor, Willow (who is snoring beside me as I type) and Tucker

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  21. kalonMarch 26, 2011 at 12:50 AM

    The top picture is beautiful.

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  22. Jake of FloridaMarch 26, 2011 at 12:57 AM

    Weeds, including dandelions for some, are just plants that wind up in places humans have decided are not where they want them to be....

    Scritches to Wilf!!! We see his new lightness.


    xxx Joan

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  23. Maggie Mae and MaxMarch 26, 2011 at 1:37 AM

    Wilf is blessing the trees and that is a good thing. ;)

    Blessings and Love,
    Janelle and Maggie Mae

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  24. Jed and Abby in MerryLandMarch 26, 2011 at 4:13 AM

    A slow and gentle winding down seems in keeping with Nature and Nature's God. Bless you, Wilf.

    Jed & Abby

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  25. Dog Training TipsMarch 26, 2011 at 10:45 AM

    Wilf pictures are really adorable.

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