Ron is running a slight fever (a little over 100) but is in tremendous pain from the fall yesterday.

He’s been in bed all day. Took a couple doses of aspirin and his night meds.

Jett has been sleeping next to him since earlier in the evening.

I attended the Log Lunch and brought home two enchilada plates from Tony’s Sombrero. Watched many hours of tv. Fascinated by the political videos, including one about the sinking Florida economy, an intriguing suggestion that New England and New York secede and a couple of Talking Heads performances and interviews. Also watched the 50th anniversary special segment on PBS NewsHour and tonight’s episode of “Matlock”.

I got in touch with an attorney who was referred by ARAGLegal. Would like to start the process of developing a trust, either revocable or irrevocable.

Heard from Toyota, they received the paperwork that shows I cancelled the old registration. They forwarded it to the appropriate department. There is hope that I may someday get a refund from the Town.

Cooked a huge potato and steamed greens for lunch. Placed the shelves from the heavy bookcase I brought home the other day on Ron’s work table in the sunroom. With a little more organization, that’ll help free up space for actual projects.

Ron didn’t feel well, took the day to rest. I took Jett for a ride and walks, first to Jaeschke Orchards, then to Greylock Glen Outdoor Center. Brought home Jonagolds which are fabulous. The Outdoor Center has beautifully maintained gravel trails, also fabulous.

I’ve taken the rest of the day off, too. Tomorrow afternoon will be busy.

Dropped off the DELL at Remedy Hall then enjoyed a pretty Fall ride to Pittsfield for Ron’s hearing test.

On the way back, had coffee and pastry at Second Drop Farm’s new coffee shop.

Did laundry, changed the sheets.

Woke up very late, almost 9 am.

Onion, yellow pepper, veg burger substitute, canned tomatoes, black beans, leftover spaghetti sauce. Chili and garlic powders, smoked paprika.

Jett’s pink ball is missing, tragically.

Did a laundry.

Also made oatmeal/raisin “things” using yogurt and Truvia in lieu of the “good stuff”. Jet likes them but I have to remove the raisins first, word is they are deadly for dogs.

Worked on the application. Got another requirement from Andi, mark patrons as Inactive but keep their activities.

Posted a help wanted in the FPF. Looking for an A/V setup.

Toyota advised me to get a document from the RMV, first I’d heard that I needed it, so I got it today on line, thank goodness and uploaded it to them. This allows them to notify the Town that my old registration is cancelled and, thus, must refund the excise tax payment to them. Toyota will then reimburse me. We should all live so long!

Jett and I did a brief exploration of a new spot on Mailbox Hill yesterday. Great views from there and from Octagon Road. Got cheese from Cricket Creek farm on the way home.

This morning I picked up a free shelf unit but it’s unusable here as is and mostly particle board. I cannibalized it for parts and that might actually work.

Jett eventually ate his much-hated Bravecto. Sentinel went down easily.

Ron did a shop at Big Y today. Peet’s was on sale.

I did some touch up painting and caulking on the deck while Jett kept me company. Supposed to rain tomorrow but still mild.

Pulled up the rest of the tomato supports and put them away.

Ron watched the Denver/NY game. I made a small casserole with a little eggplant, greens, onion, pepper, tomato sauce and Parmesan cheese.

We fixed the living room closet door so it latches.

Lots of vacuuming.

Preite dropped off 100 gallons of oil. It’s great to be warm.

We managed to get the big rug down from the top of the garage and install it in the living room. Put the kitchen rug in the bedroom.

Tomato soup and the last of the Chenail corn for lunch.

Ron swept the garage floor. Jett and I went to Dollar General for Milk Bone and treats for us.

Ron felt a lump on his side; it was a tick so swollen it was grey. It was also deeply embedded and I had a hard time getting all of it out.

Worked on the living room wall to wall today and made some progress with an Oxy-based cleaning product.

Ron did a transfer station and grocery store run.

Cooked a double portion of mac and cheese for supper. Ron devoured most of it. He didn’t realize how hungry he was. He’s having more lower intestinal control problems.

Gave Alyssa our copy of the Williamstown Historical Society newsletter. It has a full-page story about their uncle Dave; he’s also in their cover story.

Town Treasurer explained why I was double billed for the Excise Tax on the Corolla.

I brought home several first-rate pastries, including a pecan bar, pecan roll, blueberry muffin and cinnamon roll.

Ron, Jett and I went to Bennington to pick up Purina wet lamb food for Jett at Walmart. It was the only store nearby that carries it and has it in stock.

On the way back, we did a short walk through the Norman and Selma Greenberg Conservation Reserve. Gorgeous property, it reminded me of our walks in the West Barnstable nature preserve, only this one is better: it has views of mountains.

Before heading home, we stopped at Chenail’s farm stand for corn.

Back at home, we watched football. I fed Ron a bunch of snacks and more or less healthy odds and ends and mixed up Jett’s kibble with about half a can of Purina lamb stew.

Ron raked, I cleaned up the post-frost dead plants in the vegetable and flower garden and deck containers.

I brought three garden tools to be sharpened to the South Williamstown Association’s Repair Cafe, then stopped off to see a show by a local artist who also teaches at the Harper Center.

About on schedule (mid-October or so), it is 29 degrees and time to clean up the gardens and the deck.

I wanted to go on Cape for a couple of days but a possible Nor’easter is predicted for the coast.

Jett and I were up before 6. Or was it before 5? In any event, I mixed up the Purina canned lamb with his regular food and he wolfed it down. Looks like Walmart has the best price.

Made a casserole with tomatoes, onions, spinach, garlic, corn, bok choy, Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs. Very tasty.

Stopped at Remedy Hall to go over changes. Brought their laptop home when I couldn’t see the interface to publish! Bloody nuisance. I forgot the power cord but fortunately have a Dell power adapter at home. Same 19.5 volt output and the tip fits.

Went to Walmart for Purina lamb but they didn’t have a single one. While I was there, picked up Ron’s prescription from yesterday’s meeting with his Primary, coffee for Andi and two nice desserts from the freezer section, cheesecake and a Key Lime pie.

Ron’s bloodwork report was done the same day as the draw. He is low on Iron. I gave him two bottles of Ferrous Sulfate.

I should mention that he’s booked for two appointments with memory specialists in February and March. He also has an appointment with an audiologist. I made an appointment for a wellness visit, I think next Thursday.

We watched the final interview with Jane Goodall this evening. Very touching, inspiring.

Three day weekend ahead and a fair amount of activity. I doubt we’ll do much, we skipped Log Lunch today and a showing of Sundance Indigenous films yesterday.