A tragedy of sorts

Do you remember Tom's where I go for classes and all things to do with sewing/embroidery.  His establishment is in a short strip mall in Surrey. There was a huge fire that started on one of the other businesses on the strip and engaged a good part of the building. Tom's business suffered mostly smoke and water damage as far as I can tell. However nothing can be done towards reopening or restoring until the insurance people take care of things and determine whether it was accidental or arson. It started at the back of the building on the lower end. Such a shame . A fire can do more than damage the contents of a building, the mental and emotional damage can be just as devastating.

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I'm sure this one has come up before but I really like it, not that I've done any of them and they do cost, still fun to look at even if you don't want to buy them.

If you recall  I mentioned that my specialist Dr. Vortel had recommended me to another infectious disease specialist at Vancouver General Hospital. He had told me it may take a couple of months or more   but I got a letter today with an appointment time of February 22nd.  I was so excited and called to confirm right away!

We  went again to the clinic for my treatment and it appears that my crater is getting more shallow , so the treatment is working.
This little guy was tied up to the post while he waited for his owner. I think he looks a bit sad. For me though it was a good setup as the dog was sitting still and I was out of the car. I am tired of trying to take pictures from a moving vehicle. ((((

I no longer need the wheelchair and the Red Cross wants its equipment returned as the time is up, that means the walker too so we went to the medical shop to check out what they have there. They had a really nice one on sale with some good features . We will go back tomorrow and purchase it. We did go to Blue Cross to see if my insurance would cover the cost and it will up to 80%.

We're due for a baby picture, adorable isn't she.

I started on my hat tonight with the needles Ione picked up for me. Thanks again Ione. I use the method of casting on that is done with one needle and twisted around the thumb. It requires a long tail to work with . The first time the the tail was too short and I had to take all my stitches out and do it all over again. But that doesn't really bother me I'm patient LOL. Tomorrow I'll take a photo of what I am doing after I am sure it is right.

We're watching the hockey game right now Detroit vs Vancouver. The score is 1-1 in the second period.

Time's up, I'm going to play Solitaire.

Have a pleasant evening.

Bon Soir