289: Presence!

Yes, they're back.  The dynamic (deadly?) duo have returned. On Wednesday evening, John and Phil just walked in - bold as brass -  as if they had just strolled down to the shops for some corned beef.

Perhaps Jacky had advance notice of their return, but if she had, she didn't tell me.How was I to know? How was I to prepare?

They had lots of luggage. (Is it called luggage because you have to lug it around?).  That luggage consisted of a fine array of odours … but you don't want to know about that. 

All that really matters is that they are back!  Back for walks, strokes, tickles, caresses, …. You get the picture.

I'm not sure I have the ability to stop them going away again … but I'm at least going to try and insist they don't go together, leaving me with just Jacky.

To be fair, ‘just Jacky' sounds a little demeaning. I have to say she has worked very hard in John snd Phil's absence to keep me 'happy' - she has fed me well, medicated me as appropriate, tried to take me for walks and generally attempted to meet my complex needs.

The other pup (Karen) and family have proved to be able assistants and have helped keep me sane. 

So, I say 'thank you' to them all for looking after me ….and I do feel a little guilty for being so effusive about my welcome back for John and Phil but sometimes only your favourite person will do.

So, welcome back John.   Now, take me to the park!

But, first, where is my present?