Yes, doesn't time fly! We are now dedicated static people and settled into the home and away lifestyle. We seem to spend more time in the static than the home base. In many ways life is similar but at the static location we see very many more people to chat to or just pass the time of day as our location is on route to the pub, the Gamekeepers.
Do I miss the motorhome, well no not really, in fact I'm relieved not to have the hassle of driving it through narrow lanes and the need to be super alert at all times for idiots trying to pass or pull out in front of me. Also the sheer cost of touring at almost £2 a litre for diesel and 22 mpg would be crippling. I also don't miss fetching and disposing of water and toilet waste. It's a bit like the relief when you stop banging your head on a wall and wonder why you put up with it at the time!
During our trips back to Devon we replenish our supply of drugs for us and Timmy. During our last trip home mid June 22 Tim had a flea infestation, probably our fault for not keeping up the monthly treatment. A shower with dog shampoo proved to be ineffective and we were due a visit to the vets anyway so he was given a tablet for the fleas. It was remarkable how fast they all died and I was able to comb them out much to his and our relief. The plan was to depart back to Grassington the next day so I used the very large aerosol can of house flea treatment as we left. It has had 6 weeks to work so hopefully all will be dead by the time we return on the 7th Aug.
On 6th July Tim passed out as he was "cleaning" our evening meal plates. ( we have a dishwasher so it's quite hygienic!). I thought he had suffered a stroke or heart attack. I immediately cradled him and he regained consciousness, admittedly a bit confused. he seemed ok if a bit shaky and pooed on the carpet! I slept with him on the sofa all night.
The next day we phoned the local vet who could see him immediately. She did blood tests etc and recommended an ultrasound scan. Fortunately with new equipment this can now be done without a general anesthetic. The results showed he has a tumor on his spleen which had bled out causing the collapse. The bloods showed he was replenishing it ok. It could be removed but we have decided at the age of 15 it isn't fair and he would probably not stand the anesthetic. He's happy enough with his life, still enjoying food and going for short walks so we spoil him as much as possible!
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