May 9, 2020 . . .

To all of the ladies who are mothers in our club – Happy Mother’s Day! And, to the guys, in case you forgot, or just didn’t know, tomorrow is Mother’s Day, and it’s still possible to run to the store if you’re so inclined.
Well, This week was one of those weeks in the Skinner family! Our old Tucson, our trusty family car gave up the ghost, so to speak. I was going to run it until the wheels dropped off, but I didn’t count on what stopped it. The brake lines all rusted out. As soon as the first one leaked, the rest of them followed suit! Thank goodness Inge, who was driving at the time, made it home OK. And, so, now we are the proud drivers (or should I say “parkers”) of the nice new car parked in our driveway. And, so, it all begins again – the oil changes and other service appointments with the dealer! Our Tucson was eleven years old. I guess it really didn’t owe us a lot . . .
How is everyone doing? I hope you all are safe, and smiling! It’s hard enough for Inge, Rosie and I, to stay home, but at least we’re getting outside a bit - Inge walks Rosie on days that it’s not raining, and I walk around the neighbourhood, just to get out a bit. The streets and sidewalks are mostly deserted, so it’s no trick at all to stay socially distanced. Think of those poor people who are stuck in a small apartment. Especially one without windows . . .
Stay safe, stay well, get some fresh air if you can, and keep smiling . . .
‘til we meet again . . .