I know I've neglected my blog for nearly a month... partly because my computer has been broken, but is now restored to health although it had to be cleared of all its documents and programs in the process. But Since I'm leaving in 4 more days I thought I would write at least one more time before I go. The horses have all been turned out together for their fall vacation and Roofus is busily trying to become Charlies boyfriend while still staying in Phoebes good graces. Phoebe is now 5 months pregnant and starting to get very round. Her cousin Imperial Cavelier had a clear round yesterday at the WEG. Getting the yard ready for the fall involved a LOT of tack cleaning, but eventually everything leather was snuggly packed away in "the coffin" Sue's term for Eric's enormous handbuilt trunk. I also helped pull of shoes which made me seriously appreciate how much work it is being a farrier. Even though Charlie stood patiently for much longer than normally expected, I was huffing and puffing after just 2 shoes.
I finally tried my 1 pound self tanner and it worked pretty well. I'm not orange and there are no streaks, but I'm only confident enough to use it when I can safely put back on my sweater and pants. The weather has continued to be good, mainly raining at night and drizzling sometimes during the day, but the sun tends to come out right afterwards. (Although I haven't seen any rainbows) And I have to say I'm glad I'm coming home before the daylight hours get any shorter, its now still dark out at 7:30 am (when I arrived it was light by 6).
I've been watching the WEG online because Eric and Sue's "red button channel" which gives coverage of the games isn't working, and wishing I was there watching in person. I also keep thinking I see people I know, but especially with the quickly moving xc its too hard to tell. I was really surprised by how exciting yesterday became, after Nicola Wilson and the first Japenese rider's excellent rounds I was thinking it wasn't going to be an xc competition, but as the day, and difficulties, went on their rounds looked even more impressive.
I'm spending today washing clothes and trying to start the packing process. I don't feel like I've really gone shopping or bought that many things but somehow the amount of stuff I'm leaving with is a LOT more than what I came with... So I guess its more like stuffing and cramming and hoping for the best (and being under the weight limit :/)
My favorite TV show, Britain's Best Dish, has come to an end and a man who works at a sheet metal factory won the 10,000 pound prize. Good job him! I've noticed that British people have a habit of ending sentences with pronouns and I find it kind of nice, like they're ending the sentence with "him" to emphasize he's the most important part. I'm also hoping that somewhere in the recesses of my brain I've picked up the tinsiest bit of Irish accent.
During my blogging hiatus I also spent a fantastic week in Germany visiting family friends and enjoying the beginnings of Oktoberfest.
Off to switch laundry now,
See you soon!
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