I can't quite get my head around the fact that it is already 2023. Christmas was spent at one of our favourite regular sits in company with His Nibs - the cat who came in from the cold when Covid started and who has definitely got his paws under the table. In addition to some lovely walks, we have our feet up and enjoy the log fire while we wait for Spring to re-appear.
We have just had our fifth covid jab and so far we have avoided the lurgy. We happily keep to ourselves and enjoy the company of whichever pets we are caring for and are delighted that all our sits are country based.
Our calendar for the year is already filling up and amidst it all are two exciting visits from the family in Australia. It is six years since we have seen them and they can't get here soon enough.
His Nibs waiting for me to get the breakfast service underway
Christmas House Sitting Elves!
The cuddliest curliest most characterful cat we know
APRIL: We have crossed the Rhone and made new friends
My son visited from Australia!
Nowhere near long enough but great to see him.
Such an engaging affectionate little dog to spend five weeks with. Don't forget the ball!
Two matching portable hot water bottles!
An amazing region to explore
Historical House Sitting.
The beautiful village of Le Barroux
The poppies are stunning this year
May: Even House Sitters deserve a holiday occasionally so off to Spain to meet the locals!
I honestly only spotted the brick halo when I saw the photo!
Coulioure - France
July: His Nibs deciding whether to identify elsewhere!
August: There is special place in heaven for people who give rescue animals a good home.
This lovely bunch belong to dear friends that we visited in the Charente Maritime.
August: These three have been in our care for a week and we have totally fallen for them.
All rescue dogs and very much loved by their new owners.
Off to the Pyrenees for a month in October/November caring for the most beautiful and lovable Golden Retriever along with a rather shy but very sweet cat.
We even managed a few days across the border in Northern Spain with a quick look at St Sebastien before the rain arrived.
Back to one of our favourites for Christmas and New Year
And so we come to the end of yet another wonderful year
meeting new furry friends and returning to old friends - both human and furry.
BEST WISHES TO ONE AND ALL AND HOPING THAT 2024
BRINGS YOU HEALTH AND HAPPINESS
