The end is in sight ... at least for Roxy!

Two weeks ago Roxy and Jessie had three horrible fights over three days. We're still not sure what caused them to snap after all this time. The immediate result was Roxy had to be sedated to get some puncture wounds stitched up. The vet also placed a drain in the wound and poor Roxy has had to wear a collar for the past fortnight. Jessie also ended up on antibiotics from an infected puncture wound in her mouth.

The ongoing problem is that I'm scared its going to happen again.

We haven't let Roxy & Jessie be alone together and they have been in separate areas day and night. In half an hour Roxy's stitches will be out and the collar off (hopefully - it's hard to cuddle her with it on and she really wants to scratch her ears!).

I think they miss being around each other and are starting to forget why their parents are being so protective of them both. I'm sure they don't stare at each other through the fence ALL day!

In a couple of hours we'll get to see how you are going to behave around each other. Hopefully Sarah from Paw Power can train JR & I to be better parents to you both so this doesn't happen again... and so you can both live on the same side of the fence again.

Please keep your fingers and paws crossed for us.

Justine xox

Update: Unfortunately things haven't settled down yet - we've still got a few things to try - hopefully time will be the great healer for our family - fingers crossed :)

My first Mystery Crochet-A-Long

Here is the product of my first ever mystery crochet-a-long. This cute little bag was easy to make and assemble. I used a bamboo/cotton blend from spotlight as I wasn't sure I'd like the end result.

The instructions can be found here.

Justine xox

A quick Road Trip and a Surprise Party

After spending most of the school holidays in the rain I headed off on a road trip to visit a very special friend for her birthday. It was so nice to see the blue sky 'beyond the line'.

I also realised it has been months since I had a good 'snitty'!!!!

As I travelled back along the road I have travelled so many times, I delighted in the sights and objects that make western NSW so unique...

Where does steel wool come from?

Some bright yellow amongst the autumn hues

...and fields that go on forever!



It felt like I was returning home ... after all I've only been gone for 5 months!!!

On Saturday afternoon (while hiding my presence in town) had the chance to catch up with Jodie from Jellywares and stock up on wool for my stash (I'll post photos soon!). Kylie also stopped by and added inspiration to my afternoon.

It was great to catch up with every one at Jo's surprise party although I nearly lost my voice from talking so much! Thanks Jimmy for inviting me!

I also finally had the chance to meet Sarah and Paul's bundle of joy ... I'm so glad I finally got to have cuddles with Sophia. You are truly inspirational - just give Mum a break every now and then OK?!

After catching up with nearly everyone it was time to travel home. Thanks for a great weekend Cobar...

I love driving through NSW in Autumn - the colours are amazing.

Justine xox