Amazing Customer Service

I am beyond amazed at the Customer Service I have received from Bogs Canada in the past 24 hours.  Their guarantee is 100% ! and you most certainly do not get that just anywhere now a days, do you?

I emailed them last night with the problem with my bogs, after wearing them for a lengthy time cutting the lawn, and heard back from them by 8 am this morning.  I sent them off a photo of the inside tag, and they emailed me some choices for replacement.  The replacements have been ordered and will be shipped out to me.

100% happy with the amazing customer service from Bogs Canada !  and would never hesitate buying another pair of boots from them in the future.

I would like to know who turned Winter back on ?  7*C with cold western winds was a rude awaking first thing this morning.  I was hoping the humidity would be gone, not expecting to go back to putting socks and shoes again !  Holy cold Batman ! you will be freezing the Robins back down South again.

First thing this morning I was sitting in the Lab of the Wiarton Hospital at 7:30 am so I could get my bloodwork done and get out of there lickity split.  I was back home about 1 1/2 when the phone rang.  It had been the lab ... could I go back down as they had overlooked something and needed another vial of blood from me.  Off I went down and back again.

At 10 am I called Gateway Haven to ask them to order a lunch for me as I was going up to have a visit with my Mother.  We had a nice lunch, and I had also taken her along a couple of nice blouses.  I had asked her if she wanted to go out for lunch sometime, and she told me "yes, for a hot dog and ice cream".  Guess when the weather gets warmer that is what we will be doing.

Believe it or not I was still whooped right out and it really hit me after lunch.  Yes I had a lay down, however did not sleep.  About 3:45 pm I had to head out on another errand, so I am STILL tired.

We had a light dinner of a BBQ'd hamburger and green salad with cucumber and mushrooms.  My new "favourite" salad dressing is Kraft Berry Balsamic ... very yummy, and only 30 calories per tablespoon.

For some reason my usual left ear is plugged as I am congested.  It feels like an ocean of waves inside there.  I hate that feeling.  I have tried plugging my nose to get it to pop, but nothing is giving.  Next I will give an antihistamine a try.

Tonight is the 2nd last elimination of talent on The "Voice".  It will be another great show again I am
thinking.

16 year old Sawyer Fredericks has our Vote.

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Rob just got the wood stove "fired" up as I am finding it a bit on the chilly side in here, and I want to be cozy and warm when I watch The "Voice" at 8 pm, Just North of Wiarton & South of the Checkerboard.

Almost Done

Rob was so tired last night, and I was so tired as well.  The difference was Rob got called out through the night and only got about 4 hours sleep.  I was exhausted from all the lawn cutting yesterday.

After I had taken the Aussies all out this morning I went back to bed until 9 pm !  can I believe I did that? hardly.  All day long I was exhausted.  It did not help with the day being full of humidity, sucking the life out of us.

I managed to do another load of laundry and got the centre of the lawn almost done.  We need to think of a solution quick about the lawn tractor not working as I don't think I can keep this up all Summer long, or I will never get anything else done !!!

I got almost 3/4 of the front horseshoe cut before I could do no more, but then again it had been time to go in for a dinner of BBQ t-bone, baked taters and veggies Rob had made for us.

I had gotten a pair of Bogs last Fall, and have only worn them in short bouts.  I got them for taking the dogs out in the mornings when the grass is wet, and to cut the lawn, as not to wreck my running shoes.

The Bogs are very comfortable, however after all the lawn cutting they cut into my legs.  I am very disappointed, especially since Bogs are not cheap to buy.

I  have emailed Bogs Canada customer service to see if this has been an issue with these boots.  Hopefully I hear back this week with an update.

More on Bogs? just *click* HERE.

The "Voice" is on in an hour.  It is getting down to the wire with only 4 left in the running, and 2 will be eliminated, I believe, tomorrow night.

Hope everyone had a great Victoria Day Holiday Weekend ! for us? it was just another weekend trying to get things done, Just North of Wiarton & South of the Checkerboard.

Highlights Of The Day

I feel I slept rather well last evening, until I heard Rob come in at 4 am, but I stayed in bed until 6 am.
After the Aussies were all looked after I got going on the laundry as it was going to be a "hang out the laundry" kind of day.  I managed to get a couple of large loads done (cheap hydro).  Then I settled in to have a morning coffee, or two.

Rob couldn't get to sleep when he got home so I had found him on the couch with the TV going.

Portia also found him and promptly began licking his feet, which he never felt when I asked him later.  When he did get up later he was a Starvin' Marvin, so we ended up having a breakfast at 11:30 am down at the Green Door Cafe.  As usual it was very good.

When we got home I hung the 2nd load of laundry out.

Highlights of the Day:

Portia got a "bear bell" put on her collar today so when she is outside I have an easier time keeping track of her whereabouts.  You can tell who is popular with Rob, can you not, as Bandit & Portia were leaning right into him on the front stoop.  Yes I did almost 5 miles today, and how did that happen one might wonder?  Our lawn tractor is broke down (again), and our lawn was getting out of control after all the rain we had.   It took me quite awhile however I got r all done other then the centre of our horseshoe drive.  Another day.

  That was pretty much the long and the short of my day.  I have just finished off two cups of my favourite Green Mountain Blueberry Coffee, will be taking Portia out for a big of a run then calling it a night with my feet up shortly, Just North of Wiarton & South of the Checkerboard.

A Fun Shopping Morning

Yesterday was such a drab wet & cold day, but it was made much better mid-day when a Crabby Cabbie customer gifted a dozen of their fresh farm brown eggs.  I love there is still "giving" people, and truly there are many in our Community.  We also have a couple very strong Service Clubs who do much.

Quite awhile ago friends, Lois and Tess, and I had made plans to go along with Tess to help her find an outfit to wear to the upcoming June wedding for her niece.  We met up at 10 am and headed North towards Lion's Head.

We first stopped along Hwy. 6 at the Handicraft House where Tess found a light flowy dress suitable for the wedding and a really nice top to wear with slacks for the shower.   Next stop in Lion's Head was a cute little clothes shop, The Cottage.  Well worth the stop in should you be up that way.  After there we headed to Marydale's Restaurant for a light lunch, then made our way back home by 2 pm.

It had been a fun shopping morning, and I really scored some great stuff today, as later on I dropped on into the Thrift Store.

This very very nice belt I got at The Cottage for $8.00, reg. $34.95.  At the thrift shop I got the first pile of blouses for Mom, the other one for me, as well as a pair of jeans, all for $31.00 !  A couple are name brands, such as Mex, Yest and Tribal ... nice scores !

This morning Rob was down at our local grocery store where he picked up some fixings for our dinner this evening.

We had a totally YUMMY dinner of grilled T-Bone steak, baked potato and veggies.  He got these huge steaks marked down with 50% off ! with still 2 days on them for best before.  We split one and will have the other one tomorrow night.

After dinner I tackled the front lawn to get in some exercise today, since I didn't accomplish much of anything else in the way of housework today.

Rob traded in the heavy lawnmower he had bought me a few years ago for this self propelled Toro ... much easier and lighter !  I also really am happy with my Bogs as they save my other shoes from being ruined with fresh wet grass.

Tomorrow I have big plans to get lots done, and hope I didn't just jinx myself by mentioning that !!!

How is everyone doing with the 52 Week Money Challenge?  I have been moving right along on track with lots of things needing done around here to be done.  Still lots of time to think on what I will be doing with my savings.

That is all she wrote, Just North of Wiarton & South of the Checkerboard.

MAY 2-4 Weekend Flashbacks !

What were you doing back in the 70's on the May 2-4 Weekends (aka Victoria Day Weekend) ?  most people I grew up with in Southampton and Port Elgin, and hanging out with in Sauble Beach were "rocking out" ....

May 2-4 Weekend Flashbacks !!!

One of my ALL TIME favourites ....

Growing up in the late 60's & 70's were some of the best times in the History of Rock & Roll, and this girl would go back there any time if she could.  Would you?

That is all she wrote, Just North of Wiarton & South of the Checkeboard.

Too Busy Too Tired

Both poor Rob and I have been way too busy and too tired this day.  For some of us there is no "happy medium" unfortunately, especially when one has their own business with irregular hours.  However people have to try and make a living the best they can

We finally got our income tax completed, signed and electronically filed hopefully tomorrow once returned back to our accountants.  That is one big thing off our plates again until next year.

A beautiful sunset last evening, but a heavy frost early this morning.  Hope nobody lost any new plantings.

It had been a little on the cool side here today, however the Sun was nice and I did manage to get one load of laundry out on the line to dry if nothing else.  I kinda swept the floor and put the dishes from the dishwasher away too, but man my whole house needs rehauling.

This evening I had a Chamber Meeting.  I am withdrawing from one of the duties I took on as a lead, so hopefully that will cut back on some of the meetings for me other then the once a month meeting.
I need to begin concentrating on my home, our business and my health.  Also with my Sons upcoming Wedding that has been on my mind, as well as a few other Life events.

Rob and I had attended an Open House for the new Berford StArtisan Co.(previously the Home Hardware), owned by Paul & Joan Deacon, last night.  Rob had himself a little fun ....

My Crabby Cabbie found his own "lift" !

Looking for a "spot" for your artistic "unique" creations? please contact Paul Deacon @ befordstartisanco@gmail.com

With the Victoria Day Holiday Weekend fast approaching Rob has also gotten himself booked pretty much for the whole day tomorrow.  I guess I will be holding down the fort.

I am tired and worn out.  Off to put my feet up for a bit then to our bed shortly after, Just North of Wiarton & South of the Checkerboard.

What A "Fun" Luncheon !

Myself, neighbour Lois, my Auntie Gladys and Cousin Vi, all met up at the Wiarton Propeller Club today for the Nurse's Week Luncheon & Fashion Show.

We had gotten a table in front of the "runway" so I could get some, hopefully, good photos of the models.  Lois and Vi looked on as Auntie counted out the loot I had reimbursed her for booking the facility for our upcoming Masterson Reunion this Summer.  Too cute.

The Propeller Club volunteers put on a totally awesome luncheon of quiche, pasta Alfredo, mixed veggies & spinach salad with homemade raspberry dressing.  Desserts squares & beverages were also available.

One of Wiarton's local nurses contributed Nurse's Uniforms from the past to be modelled by, yes of course, the nurses who modelled Josie's of Wiarton fashions.

Josie Myles of Jose's of Wiarton is a huge supporter in our community.  The cost of the tickets had been $20.00 with proceeds going to the Propeller Club, and she reimbursed everyone with a Gift Card in the amount of $20.00 for her store.  I looked at it as a win, win situation for me, as she has lots of fantastic fashions in her store.  To see the models in action with fashions from Josie's of Wiarton, please *click* HERE.  Easier for me as there were so many photos I had taken today !

When I finally did get back home today Rob had been out with Lexus ...

Lexus was "lapping" up the attention she was getting from Rob.

Don't think I mentioned, but I had also had a morning meeting, and now heading out shortly to an OPEN HOUSE downtown Wiarton to a new business adventure Paul Deacon has taken on.  Yes there will be photos tomorrow .... of course.

On that note I will be off and running, leaving Rob & the Aussies to hold down the fort,  Just North of Wiarton & South of the Checkerboard.