Angel Whispers

October Dawns

Another long gap between entries and another hectic month gone in a flash.

When I booked my flight and accommodation in Tucson, October seemed such a long time away and now here it is and I have lists of my lists as regards things that need doing. We've had family birthdays all this last weekend and I have child minding duties this week which will limit my time to tick off many of those things. But ho hum, I guess it will be achieved in time and what isn't will have to wait. As long as I have my travel documents, passport and manage to throw a few things in a case then I'll hopefully survive.

The biggest concern has been about Dennis the cat. Initially I thought I'd have to book a Cattery and he'd have to survive, but after seeing how limited the areas are and how much the cost is, I wasn't happy. It's taken a lot of research and enquiries, but I've now secured a house/cat sitter from a trusted website. I had to pay to join it, but it will cost a lot less than a Cattery as the sitters do it for free. (it also cost a lot less for a year than WDC) The lady I have chosen sounds absolutely lovely and I'm hoping to meet her before I go away. I'm sure Dennis will settle with her and be much happier in his own environment free to come and go as he pleases, though I know he'll show no appreciation as usual. But I will appreciate a dedicated cat lover who will also be able to close curtains, put out bins, collect mail, keep my home ticking over and keep in touch as well as caring for my cat.

So, the countdown begins. On the day my WDC membership ends (also the anniversary of my Dad's passing and Halloween) I should be boarding a plane for my first ever long haul flight. Now, what have I done with my lists?