May 16, 2010. Western Head, N.S. A Surprise.

Our little cottage is perfect for us. The setting is lovely and the cottage is small but charming. But like all cottages that are shut up for the summer, it requires much effort to bring the whole place back to life so it will function as as comfortable cottage once again. The plumber had already turned on the water and checked for leaks and we knew that Vinal had repaired some boards on the deck, but Sunday was the day Ken and I drove up to look around and gear up our energy to put in the dock and put out all the outside furniture. The weather was sunny and warm.

Imagine our surprise when we arrived to find the dock already installed and the furniture in place. It felt like the good fairies had come in the night and completed the tasks while we slept. It was a marvel. Of course Vinal and Billy did the job, except for the boat lift, and they are working out a system to make the job easier, along with wives Betty and Bunny. Ken was thrilled. Our only task was make the bed and distribute the towels and eat lunch. It was a wonderful surprise.

Today, in place of installing the dock, Ken and Vinal are fishing. I am grateful for good friends.