September 9, 2021. Western Head, Nova Scotia. Pat & Mal.P

Pat & Mal have come to visit. They are friends of long standing. You might say we are old friends. In truth, we are all old. I have probably known Pat most of my life. But the most important thing is we are still friends now. Last year was the only time they have not visited us in Nova Scotia since we first moved here. Mal was always a big help working along with Ken at any project of the time. Ken always had projects. Now Mal replaces any and all burned out lights. You have no idea how helpful that is. Since they arrived about 6:00 this evening we have been talking and catching up with the past two years. Of course due to Covid they were unable to come in 2020. But they are here now and I will enjoy their company. They are staying in the Guest House. They often are here at the same time as Dave & Irene who stay in the Guest House so Pat & Mal stay in the main house with me. But they will enjoy the guest house where Pat often paints from that deck. Our dinners will be delivered from Hunts Point Market. Mal organized the heating and the serving of dinner. And he loaded and started the dishwasher. He is a very helpful fellow. So here we go. I will enjoy the next two weeks with Pat & Mal. And they are delighted to be here.