TOURING THE LAND

Since Bear has not gone back into hibernation yet, we decided to traverse the ambit of my domain in the colony across the pond (i.e., Canada).

A word of explanation. (Actually, a few words.)

You understand, quite correctly, that I'm an absentee landlord from my British estates. But really, they're not much of note. As Duchess of St. Swythyn's Punt-on-Thames, I'm the proud owner of a small punt, moored in the middle of the Thames River. As Duchess of Cardigan and Wooly Boots, I have a small island nearby that famous Welsh city. Cardigan Island (in Welsh: Ynys Aberteifi) is inhabited by a colony of grey seals, from whom I collect no rent. Hence, as you can see, I have good reasons to enjoy living at Bear's micro-holding (a very small "small holding") in the colony.

However, I have established my presence here. My domain includes two lovely parks, and several city blocks.

The weather today is 0°C (32F), with very light snow falling, and mostly melting. Since Bear had not gone back into hibernation, I convinced him that we should check my Canadian "estate."

So off we went. We began, as usual, walking a couple of city blocks Then, through the first park, then the second (adjoining) park, then up the riverbank trail, then around another couple of blocks, and home.

I'm happy to report that everything is in good order. I must comment the crews on their excellent care for this area.

Now, for a nap in front of the fire place, while Bear heads back to his bed (not his winter den). Don't blame him; perfect weather for a snooze, terrible for hibernating.