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Hello Patricio and your hot pussies! (Did you find them on a Russian web site?) Thanks very much for the kind invitation. Would that we were free to hop in the car and head up Burns Street to drink Red Truck Ale with you and your lovely wife. Sadly, I will at that time be on Sidney Island managing the control of the evil Fallow Deer. (As was said on South Park, "if we don't shoot them, they will die.") Best wishes to you and The Fair Madame, With manly hugs and formal Christmas greetings to follow, Ross ps: I hope your hip is healing well.
Hi Deer Hunter! Great to hear from you although terribly disappointed that you won't be able to join us! Of course I knew it was a long-shot, [With a CIA high-powered, telescopic-sight mounted, full metal jacket clipped, semi-automatic Fallow Deer Destroyer!], but one never knows! Must away as I will be spending more time, (up to 80 minutes now!), on stationary bike. Thanks for best wishes on rehab as well as, in anticipation, Christmas wishes! Same to you, Mike Vronsky/Robert De Niro! Fondestos and Cheers, Patrizzio
If I read this right Greg and Clare must becoming to BC. Hi Beach Boy!
How's life in palm tree land? Great to hear from you, between surfing and drinking cocktails with tiny umbrellas! Playing any bridge? Yes, as far as I know, Claire and Gregory plan to visit to ride in GranFondo. Don't know anything else, in terms of length of trip, etc. Fondestos to one and all. Cheers, Patrizzio! Headed home after 19 days. Back to reality. Trust with plenty of Duty-Free hootch to smooth re-entry! I wish you a safe and soft landing! Cheers, Rizzo!
To our supporters and friends of the Writers Fest, Many of you would have worked with Ann McDonell in her capacity as Director of Marketing and Development for the Vancouver Writers Fest over the past 15 years. In 2016 Ann took a leave to spend some time in New Zealand. We wanted to let you know that after her sabbatical is up Ann will not be returning to the Writers Fest. That job has been permanently divided into two - Andrew Forshner will be responsible for development and Zoe Grams of ZG Communications will be responsible for marketing and publicity. We are very grateful to Ann for her long service and her great contribution to making the Vancouver Writers Fest what it is today. If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact either of us. Warm wishes, Nicole and Hal
Hi! Well
it is 2 a.m. and I seem to be up so I thought I would write. How are
you and your feline companions coping on your own? Probably feeding the
darlings Foie Gras to sooth
their souls as they purr blissfully with contentment. Speaking of Foie
Gras we were out tonight and had just that for dinner along with Cedar
Plank Salmon followed by Chocolate truffles. Drinking and chocolate
equals over stimulation and the Melatonin still
is not working. Oh dear!
We
were out celebrating; first we have a dog sitter as I have told you,
Zoe who was looking after the hounds. Not that they need looking after,
but tonight Zoe had to learn
to give Tess her seizure medications and then put them to bed which
worked like a charm. Secondly, I am finally finished organizing the big
Birthday event for my Mom after ten months. Oh my gosh! One would
say, really!! But true, always a little crazy
to say the least. Mom is not doing well, has had pneumonia for a
couple of months and now deteriating fast, I will be surprised if she
makes it to her birthday, here’s hoping!
Are
you walking yet? It sounds like you are doing lots of physio which is
wonderful and being the crazed cyclist that you continually setting new
goals which is good!
We
are off on Friday and temps. In Wpg. will be hovering at -5. I am
super organized and have everything in place. Siblings, cousins fly in
Friday night, minimal amount Of
setting up the hall, tablecloths, wine glasses & red napkins, will
be done by my brother & son, I just need to put out the Reserved
table signs, etc. then and we all plan
to meet for dinner at the Forks. Sat. red balloons & catering co.
arrive at 10 a.m. Cakes arrive at 11 a.m. and guests arrive at 11:30.
As I am doing the MC-ing plan to start at 12:30. Recognizing first my
Mom, then all the Performing Artists, Directors
& Conductors, Family & letters from the Queen & Governor
General, John had them framed for Mom. There will be 135 guests.
Flow
of the Concert will run smoothly; even have my accordionist who plans on
wearing a tuxedo as he will be doing a fair share of the
entertaining in between costume changes of the dancers, orchestra and
singers. Catering co. has been superb, appetizers on the table at noon,
with Wpg. Rye bread & a variety of cheeses. After the concert dinner
at 2:15 will be served, perogies & cabbage rolls
on the table, turkey, etc. served. John put together 500 slides of
family which will be viewed as guests enjoy their delicious Ukrainian
food.
Folk
group “The Three Blind Mice” will perform after dinner, then I will
read my story, then “Happy Birthday” then serving of the four tiered
chocolate cake with chocolate Gnache
filling, white icing and Red roses. Whilst family serves the cake,
Mike the accordionist will wander amongst the guests playing his tunes.
The event will end around five
or six, everyone will head back to the ‘Forks” where we plan to have our
dinner at the Beach Comber around 8 pm.
Sunday heading to the Zoo.
They have a new restaurant in the
Polar
Bear Tundra. Fifteen ft. glass walls that expand to about 150 ft as
polar bears come right up to the window whilst you eat. Then dinner at
7:30 at the “Inn at the Forks”
where we are all staying. Monday home….Yeh!!! Not to shabby, I must
admit. I certainly did my share of organizing, actually I thoroughly
enjoyed it as I felt it was an excellent way of keeping the mind fit
especially at 72, Oh dear! Time is moving just
too fast.
Already
planning what I will do next and plan to paint portraits of my
Dalmatians and try to get back into painting full time. Plus I have to
get back to my book that I was
writing, Benson was narrating. I don’t read fiction, yet here I am
writing fiction. No maybe it is a biography which I enjoy reading &
with the dogs narrating it seemed to come to life I really started to
believe it was true. A little mad indeed! Time is
running out, Oh dear!!
Exciting
week, obsessed with reading everything on the Trumpster, the con man
manipulating fifty seven million people. States are in trouble, I
strongly believe that Putin had
his way manipulating the ballots being so close as they were. We will
all know soon enough as the recount begins in three states. Talk to you when we get back.Love, Jean
Hi Jean! Great to hear from you although distressed to learn that your dear Mom has been suffering from pneumonia! Can only hope her strength will allow her to enjoy the truly wonderful birthday you've put an ocean of love and time into organizing. Yes, I've been walking for more than two months now. Up to 80 minutes, per session, on stationary bike, so can hardly wait to be back in the road bike saddle in a couple of weeks, but probably not until we are in Tinsel Town. Fondestos and Cheers, Patrizzio!
Hi Sandee and Arv! Did you know that Lady Dar and I were both at the airport, [our first date!], in Wheatland, near Rivers, near Brandon, in November, 1951, I think, when Princess Elizabeth, Duchess of Edinburgh, and the Duke of Edinburgh, were there on their royal tour of Canada! Fondestos and Cheers, Patrizzio!
Hi Wild Bill! Almost as good as The Ten Commandments! Cheers, Patrizzio!
Hi Jean! Great to hear from you although distressed to learn that your dear Mom has been suffering from pneumonia! Can only hope her strength will allow her to enjoy the truly wonderful birthday you've put an ocean of love and time into organizing. Yes, I've been walking for more than two months now. Up to 80 minutes, per session, on stationary bike, so can hardly wait to be back in the road bike saddle in a couple of weeks, but probably not until we are in Tinsel Town. Fondestos and Cheers, Patrizzio!
Hi Sandee and Arv! Did you know that Lady Dar and I were both at the airport, [our first date!], in Wheatland, near Rivers, near Brandon, in November, 1951, I think, when Princess Elizabeth, Duchess of Edinburgh, and the Duke of Edinburgh, were there on their royal tour of Canada! Fondestos and Cheers, Patrizzio!
Hi Wild Bill! Almost as good as The Ten Commandments! Cheers, Patrizzio!
The daughter of my sister Glenna's friend spotted these photos posted at the Crescentwood Community Club, here in Winnipeg. I believe Crescentwood, River Heights and either William Ostler or Sir John Franklin Community Clubs are now amalgamated to save on business administration costs. Anyway, At least 20% of the people in this photograph have now since passed away. 2 of them played in the NHL For the record, during practice Bob Winograd, to the right of me in the photo, ripped off 2 of my fingernails with his powerful shot. I remember ducking one that would have taken my head off. We won and they lost and that's what's important, right? Love your cats.
Hi Glory Days! Fabulous snaps! Was that Springsteen song about you? Funnily enough, in my Playground Hockey Glory Days, Isaac Brock beat Crescentwood in the final of the Christmas Knock-out Tournament,
played at the Winniepg Arena, at the time. We went on to beat Grand
Forks, there, in January, I think. Back in the finals of the Playround A
Division, that same season, we lost to River Heights in the last
minutes of the Third Period with a slap-shot, from the blue line, by
Brian Stevenson. [I believe his older brother was a goalie on one of Father David Bauer's Olympic teams.] Hung up my skates after that to eventually become a Tour de France super-star! Cheers,
Patrizzio!
Hi Patrizio! Thanks for the mini-reviews on new movies. We’re still trying make it out of the office to see Dr. Strange, however wouldn’t mind seeing Allied also. Would love all the references to Casablanca and that time in history. Yes, also a lot of catching up to do with what’s on tv and the rest of the goings on at Pitchford chateaux.
Even though I am highly allergic to cats I love the pictures. I know how much both our kids are attached to them. Jeremy has yet to leave for the East Coast (any day now) but he is also having to include arrangements to fly with “Butter” the cat. Look forward to another stay with you and/or Lady Dar anytime at our place. All the best, Charlie! Hi Patrick and Corinne! Sadly Susan and I are unable to make the soiree, but thanks for the invite. We will definitely finally see you this Spring/Summer in between all our (and your) other worldly journeys. All the best during this festive season! Charlie & Susan Hi Carlos! Great to hear from you although terribly disappointed that you won't be able to join us! Of course I knew it was a long-shot but one never knows! You must be in cahoots with The Penguin as she can't make it either!Thanks for Christmas wishes. Same to you and my favourite, O Susannah! Fondestos and Cheers, Patrizzio!
Kitten pics please Hi Chloë and The Sisterhood! If I didn't have to spend so much time with your overly demanding kittens I'd have time enough to send along more snaps! Received the paw on the lips treatment from Duke this morning at 7:15 am so am looking forward to having Lady Dar back, if only for the fact that she will be her target once she's home! While I have preparing their breakfast these last few days, Duke insists on wrapping his paws around one leg or another, and not without using his needle-like nails! Once they'd eaten they dashed outside to supervise the collection of the garbage and the yard waste, standing on the table, observing through the lattice work on the fence.One of the tasks I'd set for myself today included putting up another bar of hooks against end wall of closet so that Imelda can hang her designer purses up, instead of piling them atop her 1,000 pairs of designer shoes!!! While I was doing this both Etta and Duke were in and out of the closet, Etta trying to climb on the second shelf, towards the end. Duke, of course, sat on the top storage tub and insisted on pawing every tool I used, wanting to flick every screw I needed, onto the carpet. Bit difficult to install anything when you are under constant attack! every time I needed to return to garage for something I was accompanied by a thundering herd who would them proceed to chew the maples or else climb inside the cabinets!
Finally managed to finish attaching hook bar and I hope it will be a useful improvement! Gave them dinner then and had a bit of peace and quiet while I made my own salad and heated up some stew. Finished last two episode of Narcos and had a black cat nestled on my knees, on a folded blanket, purring so loudly I had to increase the volume! Did a few dishes and then watched next episode of Low Winter Sun before brushing and flossing, Duke right beside me. Tonight he pawed the brush and did a partial parrot, standing, gopher-like, one paw on my shoulder, the other on the lip of the medicine cabinet, admiring himself in the mirror!
Etta was nowhere to be seen but when I returned to the office to start this message she arrived and there was all sorts of tussling going on. Didn't pay much attention until I heard the tell-tale sound the paint-platform makes when they step on it such that it tips. Turned around to see the two of them fighting on the top of the step-ladder. Miss Etta even climbed onto the fourth shelf up so I knew I needed to move the ladder, otherwise I had visions of all the ornaments and such being knocked or pulled down.
Next victim was my camel-pack, hanging on hooks behind the door. Some of the straps hang don and they love to claw them. Fine but they managed to pull the door into the pictures hanging beside the bed and I was worried they might damage them somehow. decided to put it in the closet so when I made to do so Duke followed and proceeded to leap into the large bag containing my old desktop! I think I'll let them cool their heels in the crawl space tonight!
Now they are fighting on the tea trolley, Etta perched atop the silver chest while Duke is trying to dislodge her, popping up from one side or another! Her tail is really swishing so she's not happy. She just escaped to the towel on top of the mirror to groom herself for the night. Managed to catch a flurry of wrestling there. Didn't last long as I think/hope fighting is winding down, although Duke is strategizing from beneath the ladder! Must away as I'm sleepy now. Much Love and cheers, Dad/Patrizzio! Pics: End of a yawn! Stepladder/shelving blues! At rest!
Hi Patrizzio, I thought I might be leaving early then returning for Christmas..then leaving again but staying until after the holidays was the smarter decision. Your open house sounds wonderful. I'd love to come and hopefully Tanner and Brittany can make it too. Aside from drinks...can I brink something to share as well...food wise? Thanks very much for the invite. P.S. I look forward to meeting your room mates. I'd bring my chihuahua but she'd be outsized...and outnumbered. Judi Skinner.
Hi Patrizio! Thanks for the mini-reviews on new movies. We’re still trying make it out of the office to see Dr. Strange, however wouldn’t mind seeing Allied also. Would love all the references to Casablanca and that time in history. Yes, also a lot of catching up to do with what’s on tv and the rest of the goings on at Pitchford chateaux.
Even though I am highly allergic to cats I love the pictures. I know how much both our kids are attached to them. Jeremy has yet to leave for the East Coast (any day now) but he is also having to include arrangements to fly with “Butter” the cat. Look forward to another stay with you and/or Lady Dar anytime at our place. All the best, Charlie! Hi Patrick and Corinne! Sadly Susan and I are unable to make the soiree, but thanks for the invite. We will definitely finally see you this Spring/Summer in between all our (and your) other worldly journeys. All the best during this festive season! Charlie & Susan Hi Carlos! Great to hear from you although terribly disappointed that you won't be able to join us! Of course I knew it was a long-shot but one never knows! You must be in cahoots with The Penguin as she can't make it either!Thanks for Christmas wishes. Same to you and my favourite, O Susannah! Fondestos and Cheers, Patrizzio!
Kitten pics please Hi Chloë and The Sisterhood! If I didn't have to spend so much time with your overly demanding kittens I'd have time enough to send along more snaps! Received the paw on the lips treatment from Duke this morning at 7:15 am so am looking forward to having Lady Dar back, if only for the fact that she will be her target once she's home! While I have preparing their breakfast these last few days, Duke insists on wrapping his paws around one leg or another, and not without using his needle-like nails! Once they'd eaten they dashed outside to supervise the collection of the garbage and the yard waste, standing on the table, observing through the lattice work on the fence.One of the tasks I'd set for myself today included putting up another bar of hooks against end wall of closet so that Imelda can hang her designer purses up, instead of piling them atop her 1,000 pairs of designer shoes!!! While I was doing this both Etta and Duke were in and out of the closet, Etta trying to climb on the second shelf, towards the end. Duke, of course, sat on the top storage tub and insisted on pawing every tool I used, wanting to flick every screw I needed, onto the carpet. Bit difficult to install anything when you are under constant attack! every time I needed to return to garage for something I was accompanied by a thundering herd who would them proceed to chew the maples or else climb inside the cabinets!
Finally managed to finish attaching hook bar and I hope it will be a useful improvement! Gave them dinner then and had a bit of peace and quiet while I made my own salad and heated up some stew. Finished last two episode of Narcos and had a black cat nestled on my knees, on a folded blanket, purring so loudly I had to increase the volume! Did a few dishes and then watched next episode of Low Winter Sun before brushing and flossing, Duke right beside me. Tonight he pawed the brush and did a partial parrot, standing, gopher-like, one paw on my shoulder, the other on the lip of the medicine cabinet, admiring himself in the mirror!
Etta was nowhere to be seen but when I returned to the office to start this message she arrived and there was all sorts of tussling going on. Didn't pay much attention until I heard the tell-tale sound the paint-platform makes when they step on it such that it tips. Turned around to see the two of them fighting on the top of the step-ladder. Miss Etta even climbed onto the fourth shelf up so I knew I needed to move the ladder, otherwise I had visions of all the ornaments and such being knocked or pulled down.
Next victim was my camel-pack, hanging on hooks behind the door. Some of the straps hang don and they love to claw them. Fine but they managed to pull the door into the pictures hanging beside the bed and I was worried they might damage them somehow. decided to put it in the closet so when I made to do so Duke followed and proceeded to leap into the large bag containing my old desktop! I think I'll let them cool their heels in the crawl space tonight!
Now they are fighting on the tea trolley, Etta perched atop the silver chest while Duke is trying to dislodge her, popping up from one side or another! Her tail is really swishing so she's not happy. She just escaped to the towel on top of the mirror to groom herself for the night. Managed to catch a flurry of wrestling there. Didn't last long as I think/hope fighting is winding down, although Duke is strategizing from beneath the ladder! Must away as I'm sleepy now. Much Love and cheers, Dad/Patrizzio! Pics: End of a yawn! Stepladder/shelving blues! At rest!
Hi Patrizzio, I thought I might be leaving early then returning for Christmas..then leaving again but staying until after the holidays was the smarter decision. Your open house sounds wonderful. I'd love to come and hopefully Tanner and Brittany can make it too. Aside from drinks...can I brink something to share as well...food wise? Thanks very much for the invite. P.S. I look forward to meeting your room mates. I'd bring my chihuahua but she'd be outsized...and outnumbered. Judi Skinner.
Hi Judi! Wonderful that you will join us! It is a drop-in so anytime you arrive
is just dandy. Do hope Tanner and Brittany, (girlfriend?), can come as
well. We'll be sure to have the red carpet out on the front sidewalk for
your royal entrance, Etta and Duke escorting you into house!
Thank you for your kind and generous offer to bring something to share. Much appreciated, indeed. If you have a favourite appetizer or a dessert of some kind that would be lovely. If the kittens don't start behaving we'll be serving cat's paws dipped in white chocolate! Cheers, Lady Dar's Court Fool, [emphasis on "Fool", according to her Imperiousness!], and Jester Patrizzio! Pics: I'm doing a bit of organizing in my office so needed a stepladder. This is the result! At rest!
Thank you for your kind and generous offer to bring something to share. Much appreciated, indeed. If you have a favourite appetizer or a dessert of some kind that would be lovely. If the kittens don't start behaving we'll be serving cat's paws dipped in white chocolate! Cheers, Lady Dar's Court Fool, [emphasis on "Fool", according to her Imperiousness!], and Jester Patrizzio! Pics: I'm doing a bit of organizing in my office so needed a stepladder. This is the result! At rest!
Sorry to be so slow to reply but have been very distracted lately. When I finally checked my calendar I find we have committed to another event. My loss!, Colleen Hi Colleen This is a drop in so you can anytime before or after your other event Cheers Corinne Hi Colonel Klink! Let me echo Lady Dar's sentiments. At any rate you need to spend some time with out felines. We'll be sure to have the red carpet out on the front sidewalk for your military entrance, Etta and Duke escorting you into house, crossed paws overhead! Certainly hope to see you as I've missed listening to your barked orders! Cheers, Patrizzio!
Hey Patrizio, Thanks for the email to Janet (probably meant to send to me) Just following up to make sure you have shared your thoughts with the real Janet, alias The Penguin. Or perhaps you have already started on the spirits? Please feel free to invite me over BEFORE you start thinking about burning $$ bills. It might be worth a trip into your neck of the woods just for that. CC
Hi CC Rider! I used "Janet" intentionally, as she mentioned that she was still miffed you hadn't insisted on her taking any bridge prizes! Wanted to prick your conscience!!! Don't worry about me burning any large denomination bills as Lady Dar incinerates cash as if it grew on trees! With respect to spirits, in fact, I haven't touched a drop since Lady Dar has been away. Not need as no stress! Cats are keen for you to visit so hurry up. Quite talking and put your petrol to work! Cheers, Patrizzio!
Hi! Everyon The Xmas festivities have begun and we will be hosting our annual Xmas Open House on
FRIDAY, DEC. 16th @ 6:00 pm till ??????
We
would like to invite all of you to drop by for some Xmas cheer, a bite
to eat, a drink & enjoy some fun & laughter with friends.
If you would like to contribute an appetizer or dessert, that would be great!!
We look forward to seeing you in a few weeks!! Cheers!! Mary Lee & Paul
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