Another Busy Busy Day !

This morning it was up and at it before 6 am.  Out, about, back in and feeding before 7 am.  Social Facebook updates done for the "Crabby Cabbie" and The "Checkerboard Aussies".  Rob out the door with a hot thermos of soup.  Dishes, bed made, vacuuming and dusting done before it was time to head out the door to pickup my friend Gayle, as we were off to the Wiarton Community Center to attend to the Women's Spring Expo !

The number of Vendors was amazing !  the disappointment was that there were hardly any people in attendance.  This I was surprised about, as it was an extremely organized Event with lots of advertising going on leading up to this day.  Ha ! to make things worse after having only taking a few photos the batteries in my camera died.  The funny thing about this was before I walked out the door, that little voice in my head said, "you should re-charge your camera batteries a little bit before leaving".  How often do you listen to your little voice in your head?  Obviously I should more often then naught, as I have been caught on other things before.

The few photos I did get were ....

.... of Kris Dawson with her Epicure..  Never meet Kris before? she is so sweet and knowledgeable about her products.  Give Kris a call at 519-935-2320 to order your Epicure Products.   Another of my favourite persons to see was Cathy of Cathy's Confections along with her husband, Clare.  Jeez I wish I wasn't trying to be more careful of my waistline as Cathy's butter tarts and handmade chocolates are "Out of this World".  Custom orders always available by Cathy, just check her out at her website HERE, or look her up on Faceook HERE.   Of course I had been drawn to the lady with the Homemade Fudge, knowing darn well I couldn't have any.  It had been the first time I had met this lady is who is Jackie's HOME-MADE -FUDGE out of Sauble Beach.  Have a very sweet tooth, give her a call at 519-422-2728..  Next was some more really really good stuff at the PineStone Preserves table with lots of old favourites & new ideas there in the way of preserves.  Great gift giving ideas for everyone was on Laurel's table.  Laurel is also located in Sauble Beach at 519-422-0766.  There was one particular Apple Pie Jelly I think I will be picking up for my Son's Birthday in July. "

"Pictured here is Laurel, who also has Laurel's Bed & Biscuits, Your Dog's home away from home !  Once again need your best friend looked after, or your kitteh minded? give Laurel a call at 519-422-0766."

Gayle and I really had enjoyed ourselves in the short time Gayle had for her lunch hour away from work.  I did go back to catch-up with a few others I had not gotten to see though.  

Not long after getting back home, I had to hook-up with my "Crabby Cabbie" who just happened to have some photos of the McKenzie Family Benefit as it was getting off to a start first thing this afternoon.

"There were both our "Crabby Cabbie" vehicle up front and center.  Tim and Sarah were also there from the Green Door Cafe & Catering in Wiarton.  Inside Rob captured a photo of Tommy Gilham and The Chill Boys already belting out the tunes.  Lastly was Tim and Sarah's son, Nolan, who brought out a whole meal, and dessert for My "Crabby Cabbie" Rob and the "Crabby Cabbie's" Carolyn.... thanks for looking after him for me, Nolan !"

"Rob also got to get some photos of the buffet table set up, as well as the donations along the tables for the Silent Auction.  I see the Garden Ornament my friend, Lisa at Yard Works and I, along with The "Checkeboard Aussies" having had donated."

Rob reported back to me early this evening that the Mercer children had all gone together to bid on the Lawn Ornament we had donated for their Mother, Coral Mercer.  Coral told Rob she was so happy getting it.  WOW that makes me feel even better knowing that garden angel got such a wonderful home with someone I know !!!

Pssst .... here I am again, but until the 12th of May I hope I am a lovable "pain".  Because of YOUR support and daily votes we are now at 458 Votes, 57 more then two days ago.  Many thanks to friends who have also been sharing the link to their own personal Facebook pages, what a wonderful gesture on all your parts. 

Hardly enough when I look at some people's Small Businesses with Votes already in the high hundreds, however I still need to try my best.   Once again, please Vote daily for MY "Crabby Cabbie", until the 12th of May, here is the link:

https://www.loveourlocalbusiness.com/base/lolb2desktop?region_id=ca-en&content_id=20580

As always, and forever, Thank YOU !!!  from me and my ....

Serving Saugeen Shores & Area.  

Southampton:  519-373-7700 or Port Elgin:  519-379-7700

My day here is almost done and NO puppies yet; maybe tomorrow as that is Mercedes actual "due date".  Out, about and back in one more time with the Gang and then calling it a night here, "Just North of Wiarton & South of the Checkerboard".

Get The Red Marker and Calendars Out AGAIN !

Okay tonight I must remember to drink a mug of warm milk and pure cocoa, as I forgot again last night and was awake almost the whole dang evening.  I am looking forward to my bed tonight !

To add "insult to injury" Rob just got down to work and called back home.  His "Crabby Cabbie" vehicle died and would not start .... oh happy days again for us !  NOT.

Thank goodness our driver came out to cover for him while he had his friend tow it back home to Wiarton to our Mechanics, who in turn accommodated him right away.  Thank goodness for good friends I say.  They found out the fuel pump was done.  Our usual spot didn't have one in stock, however we were fortunate enough to get a used one at a local Wreckers.

By the time I went to pick Rob up from the mechanics, go get the part, drop back to the mechanics, stop downtown on two errands, it had already been lunch time when we got back home.  So much for my plans today.

The "Crabby Cabbie" vehicle was fixed and ready to roll by 1 pm.  My Rob headed on back down the highway to pick it up and drop off our "backup vehicle", as it is in need of a new steering column; oh woe is me.  Really how can a guy make any money when Mr. Murphy keeps throwing wrenches into his vehicles for the past 4 months.  Give me a break !!! as we are in dire need of one at this point.  

Owning your own Business is highly overrated.

Once Rob did leave I did manage to get the one thing that had been bugging me.  The stairs and landing at the front door got scrubbed.  Not that they will stay that way long with rain in the forecast and Mr. Mucky feet Bandit in and out all day long, but at least in my mind I know they were done.

I am going to be trying out a "new to me" Penne Tuna Casserole tonight if Rob ever arrives back home for Dinner.  I will update about that tomorrow.

In the meantime, Get the Red Marker and Calenders Out AGAIN !!!

Thursday, April 27th:

Friday, April 26th:

The Tolmie Memorial Presbyterian Church at 699 Goderich Street is having one yummy Homemade lunch at a cost of only $7.00 this upcoming Friday that you do not want to miss out on.  Trust me, I have attended them myself to their lunches and will not be surprised if I go again this Friday.  Need directions? just *click* HERE. 

Saturday, April 27th:

"Located at the Wiarton Arena at 563 George Street, Wiarton.  This is an event you won't want to miss, as I have a feeling it is going to be HUGE !  The Wiarton Optimist Club will also have the kitchen open for your foodie needs (All Homemade too, I will bet my bottom dollar on that one)."

Saturday, April 27th:

The Salvation Army's "Pioneer Club for Kids" Fundraiser

Where:  St. John's United Church Parking Lot (inside the Church should there be rain)

When:  Saturday, April 27th at 11 AM to 2 PM

What:  Hot dogs, Hamburgers, Pop, Baked goods, Penny Auction, Face Painting, Fish Pond and other fun things for kids to do.

~ All Proceeds Raised Will Go To "Sending Kids To Camp"

Saturday, April 27th:

"The following Event will also be supported by MY very own "Crabby Cabby".  Any fares made from this Event The "Crabby Cabbie" will be donating 50% to the Mckenzie Family Benefit.  Be sure to take the "Crabby Cabbie" to further increase your support in Paying Forward to this Family who lost so much."

AND now until May 12th (thanks Jean):

Pssst .... I know I am a pain, but until the 12th of May I hope I am a lovable "pain".  Because of YOUR support and daily votes we are now at 338 Votes, 24 more then yesterday.  Many thanks to friends who have also been sharing the link to their own personal Facebook pages, what a wonderful gesture on all your parts. 

Hardly enough when I look at some people's Small Businesses with Votes already in the high hundreds, however I still need to try my best.   Once again, please Vote daily for MY "Crabby Cabbie", until the 12th of May, here is the link:

https://www.loveourlocalbusiness.com/base/lolb2desktop?region_id=ca-en&content_id=20580

As always, and forever, Thank YOU !!!  from me and my ....

Serving Saugeen Shores & Area.  

Southampton:  519-373-7700 or Port Elgin:  519-379-7700

I am confident I have done my part in supporting our Communities for the Month of April.  Jeez April is one busy Month, as you can probably tell with all those Red Marker dates circled on your Calender, right ???

Holy Moly, it is only 3 PM and I am done posting for this day.  I have to get going as there is a couple Aussies requesting my attention at the moment, "Just North of Wiarton & South of the Checkerboard".

Peanut Butter And ?

What a crazy morning I had .... after my usual doggie duties it got more interesting with a whole bunch of "Crabby Cabbie" paperwork from billing, advertising and running errands.  Really truly it took me all morning by the time I started here, headed out and returned back home not until Lunch time.

Bank, Hospital, two courtesy calls, a trip to meet my "Crabby Cabbie" down the highway to Hepworth, stop at the OPP office for Police Check applications (required of Taxi Drivers), back to town with another courtesy call, stop at the Chamber of Commerce, a drop in at a friends then finally home to start with the out, about and back in with each of the Aussies again.  A vicious circle the running was again with not much other accomplished here, however ....

"In my absence there were many being procreated..... "

~Photo found on Facebook~

I did manage to, of course, make my bed and do up a few dishes before beginning the "one" thing I had on my list that I had wanted to get done by mixing Peanut Butter and ??

".... Oatmeal and Chocolate Chips.  Oh so good with a light outside crust and a chewy inside full of goodness."

~Shared @ Foodie Friends Friday Linky Party~

Recipe please?  *CLICK* FOR PRINTABLE RECIPE HERE.

I had just finished up making three sheets of goodness, cleaning up the mess and dishes when my "Crabby Cabbie" returned home.  Off we went again as we had to head over to Owen Sound to replenish the low doggie food coffers, along with a few other items we needed from the "Big Box" stores of Walmart and No Frills.

"I had been thinking with Lexus getting all the attention with her last litter of puppies, that Missy Mercedes needed some attention, so we loaded her up and took her along with us.  She is really quite the roly poly girl now with only 3 more weeks of pregnancy yet to go, or there about."

By the time we did our shopping, grabbed a quick bite to eat in the way of a grilled chicken sandwich at Wendy's (yech, as our usual Chinese Restaurant is closed Mondays), it was almost 8 pm by the time we returned home and had the van unloaded.

I FORGOT another upcoming April Event.  Mark those Calendars AGAIN !

April 27th ....

Phew ... April is one busy Month around these parts if nobody had noticed !

Where did that day go? as it sure felt it was non-stop, "Just North of Wiarton & South of the Checkerboard".