Weekend Getaway in Kamloops

We've made it back home safe and sound and more than a little bit tired. It was super relaxing to be away but it's always so nice to come back home to our own yard and beds.

While away, my brain gets a chance to rest and not be responsible and accountable for visiting dogs. I really enjoy having them here where they can stay safe while their moms and dads have to be away. They are so entertaining and always bring smiles and chuckles.

I am so appreciative to everyone for being so understanding of our closure for 2 weeks.  Sometimes a break is in order. A time to slow down and rewind and grab some calm, fresh air.  2019 started off super busy with little chance of slowing down any time soon.  With Easter and family birthdays happening, this month was the perfect time for a short closure. Heading out of town is a time when I allow my brain to go on holiday.  The daily ins and outs of dog day care disappear and fun "do selfish things" is welcomed.

We had a few very busy shopping days.  A chance to restock some much needed supplies and some just for fun items as well.  Our truck has a long truck bed and believe me when I say, we loaded it! The girls enjoyed going for truck rides with us all day, every day and being the only dogs in the pack for a while. We woke when we wanted and left early enough to have a full day. We returned late for play time and a last sniff around each night before bed.

Relaxed and heading out each morning.

New wonderful smells abound!

Crashing each night

The last day of shopping we decided to miss some places due to the weather. Most people don't complain when the weather turns hot and lovely this time of year. I complain because I can't/won't DO NOT leave the Royals alone in the truck. If the parking lot had shade and the clouds were out and if we were just going to dash in and out, they were safe. Otherwise we skipped the shop for another day.  My "girls" health is far more important to risk over heating.

Speaking of health, we made one super important stop before we headed home. Our wonderful Vet clinic in Cache Creek. The girls had their weigh ins and a chance to get some lovin' from our most favourite Vet receptionist Kara-Lee.  Princess MollyDawg has finally gained some weight. She is up to a satisfactory 27.9 kg. We're very pleased with that.   Lady May ran as fast as she could, up to the door and dashed in just as quick as her little leggies could go. I thought, "WOW! She excited to be here." Then I remembered the office kitty. "Oh ya, no wonder she was so excited to get inside."  Silly girl, kitty was safely outdoors.

 

The doctors were busy so we didn't get to visit with them

 We stocked up on all our vitamins and medications, loaded up a couple more bags of the Royal's special kibble and canned food, then headed back down the highway.  Just another hour drive and we were home sweet home.

Lady May went straight for her toys and The Princess found her crate and crashed! Daddy and I unloaded most of the items to be sorted later. Wow! There's alot!  Then we also crashed!

I've spent all day yesterday sorting through all our new purchases and getting laundry caught up.
Daddy bought us a brand new double recliner couch. That means the old swivel rocker had to be removed and the living room rearranged.  The girls are mostly in their beds happy to be home and staying out of my way. The doors are open and they can come and go as they wish.
The Princess has her nose out of joint because I've removed her large crate while Im rearranging. I've placed various mats around and the medium soft crate is still available. She has become so accustomed to having the extra large crate, she literally pouts as she searches for just the right bed.
It will return once all the furniture has found their new spots.  For now Princess MollyDawg just needs to be patient.
(I can't believe I used that term in the same sentence as The Princess MollyDawg!)

My plan is to use the next few days to prepare for our grandchildren to arrive for Easter!! Yahooo!
I am totally looking forward to this coming weekend!  The following week will be another relaxation week before we reopen Royal K9 Korner. 
Another word of appreciation to everyone for understanding while we take this time for ourselves!
You Rock!

Have a Fantastic Easter and stay safe!!