Well, we survived the big storm we got here on Wednesday.  It actually didn't last too long where we are, but West Vancouver got belted pretty badly.  We lost one tree on our driveway, so that will have to be removed and bucked up.  We also lost about 70 feet of fencing at the top of our front pasture.  I guess the posts were rotted and the wind was so strong, it just blew over!  These storms always create lots of work - as if there wasn't enough before all this!  We were also without power for 25 hours.  Luckily we have radiant stoves that heat the house and are powered by GAS and not electricity, so heat is never a concern when we lose our power.  Also, the temperatures are well above freezing luckily, so it's a lot more tolerable.  The kids' school was closed yesterday 'cause the power was out.  They enjoyed being at home, but they just had last Friday and this past Monday off for the Remembrance Day weekend. 

No matter how bad it is and how much work these things create, I always keep in mind that there is always somebody who is worse off than us - that usually keeps things in perspective when the pity party starts!    Lots of people had huge trees fall through their roofs, so we were lucky that way.  It's also nice to lose the power once in awhile as it makes us realize how very much we rely on it.  Thank goodness the local Tim Horton's still had power yesterday morning, so I could have my coffee - NOT that I'm addicted or anything - yea, right!! 

So, this weekend will be spent propping up fencing until we can get it replaced.  Our goats are locked in their little paddock until we can get the fence upright again.  At least that gives us incentive to get it done quickly.  They will miss their pasture.  We will also be cutting up the ornamental plum tree that fell over.  The driveway is lined with these trees (it's 500' long) and for about a week in April, they are in full bloom and absolutely gorgeous. 

As I sit here typing, my little Senegal parrot, Cubby, is sitting on my shoulder trying to feed me her regurgitated food - a huge compliment to be sure - but I think I'll pass.  She just won't let up, though - and she's saying "Thank You"!  These guys are just SO cute when they get something into their heads.  Life is just no fun without parrots in the house!!

Well, I must go as I'm heading into Richmond with a dear friend of mine today to do some birdy stuff.  Have a wonderful day and we'll talk soon!