Saturday, December 17, 2011

The storm .


A second day of strong wind and driving rain . Just like Scotland but warmer. The Atlantic storm that's been pounding the coast has worked its way inland. Despite the weather four municipal workmen show up to erect a bus shelter . This is surprising. Two years here and we've never seen a bus. It seems the mayor is determined to spend what remains of his budget before the end of the year .

Wilfs in a good place. While the gale rages outside he spends his day avoiding Madame Bay and sleeping, curled up, by the fire. We venture out in the morning and again in the evening during lulls in the storm . There's something calming about these gentle unhurried routines with a family dog . It's as if old PON's know '' the quieter you become the more you can hear " .
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  1. WFT NobbyDecember 17, 2011 at 8:24 AM

    Wilf clearly knows a good port in a storm.

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  2. Narrative jewelryDecember 17, 2011 at 11:22 AM

    Another good day for our beloved Wilfee before Christmas.
    Enjoy this Saturday sweet boy.
    Bonne journée, Angus and Lady Font. Bisous to the lovely Wilfee boy.

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  3. AnonymousDecember 17, 2011 at 1:17 PM

    Wilfie get ready for Christmas - here the puppy turns out to be a tiger in a Yorkie/Spitz costume... forget how active young dogs are - my oldies are sweet but a little bewildered and intruiged...
    Bacetti sul naso have a great day by the fire Susanne, Daisy, Foxiie and Baby (so far)

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  4. ~Kim at Golden Pines~December 17, 2011 at 1:27 PM

    There really is something about those moments when the chaos of life is quieted and it's just you and your beloved companion.

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  5. KariDecember 17, 2011 at 4:25 PM

    Relaxing at home on a rainy day. How perfect for man and dog.
    And there's Mme Bay to add a little entertainment if so desired.
    Colorful chiffon to offset a gray day. Love to all.

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  6. Maggie Mae and MaxDecember 17, 2011 at 4:48 PM

    I heard about that storm on the television, stay warm and dry. Wilf has the right idea.

    Blessings and Love,
    Janelle, Maggie Mae and Max

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  7. JeanDecember 17, 2011 at 4:48 PM

    "Two years here and we've never seen a bus."...this is hardly the point....every village should surely have a bus shelter, just in case one should turn up !!!

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  8. UnknownDecember 17, 2011 at 8:45 PM

    Oh, that poor mayor! LOL. Wilf, again, you are wise - I'll put your quiet quote in my list. thanks - stay dry!

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  9. Bella Roxy & MacduiDecember 17, 2011 at 10:23 PM

    Curled up by a fire...the best place to be while the storm rages.

    There must be a moral in having a useless bus shelter put up in the middle of a storm somewhere...but it escapes us.

    XXXOOO Daisy, Bella & Roxy

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  10. houndstoothDecember 18, 2011 at 3:45 AM

    I can't think of a cozier way to spend a stormy day than beside the fire with a dog!

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  11. Ina in AlaskaDecember 18, 2011 at 7:21 AM

    We have had the craziest weather ever here in AK. Freeze, snow, rain, thaw. Today it was in the 40s most of the day. Crazy as a bus shelter in your village.

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  12. AnonymousDecember 18, 2011 at 9:13 PM

    Gosh, he's made it another year. Must be the love and attention he receives from his family. Merry Christmas Wilf and family from Bettendorf Iowa USA

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  13. AnonymousDecember 18, 2011 at 11:02 PM

    We live in France too. Here they have bus shelters for the children to wait for the school bus. No bus service for everyone else but the school kids need somewhere do need somewhere dry. I am always amazed at how the state looks after the future.

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  14. lady jickyDecember 23, 2011 at 10:05 AM

    Its Friday here in Australia and its been hot!
    Moi Moi visited the Vet today - sore ear. With our heat she must see the doctor !
    The girls send their best to you and wonder if you are out tonight - party on boyfriend !!!

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