Beginning of Fall

 The evening walk brought some lovely sights---color, texture, and reminders that summer really is over. Where did it go, and so quickly? Now she is back and and we can hear her coughing. We are watching North by Northwest and she says that Cary Grant reminds her of one of her uncles.

Autumn Croci

Today the keeper realized that she had caught the cold or whatever it is which her friend the theologian brought with her from the retreat. She was happy that the theologian was healthy by the time she boarded the plane for Brazil. But, she realized that the germs stayed in Shoreline. The keeper tried to concentrate on her projects at the office but found it impossible.  She left earlier than usual and decided to go out walking to get some air. Although she did not restore her health she saw some pretty sights, including these ethereal croci.

Watching The Cardinal

Tonight we had family movie night. We haven't done this for a month. The keeper has been too busy to sit that long.  Tonight we are watching The Cardinal. The keeper likes the Roman scenery and also is fascinated by the Boston Church, and the Pre-Vatican II world.  Right now, Father Steve is on a leave of absence and has met an engaging young woman from Vienna. We will see how all this turns out.  We think he will not stay with the young woman.

St. Francis Day

This morning and this evening it was clear that autumn had arrived.  There was a bit of chill and a few leaves are spiraling to the ground.  And a few bushes are taking flame.

Welcome Back, Cecil

 Well, friends, Cecil returned last night.  He was a much more humble cat, and tonight didn't press to go out.  He told me what happened, but we decided not to tell the keeper, because she would never let us out again.

Debate and Flight

We thought we would be able to stay outside but the keeper made us come inside. For debates: two men kind of arguing with each other about the future of the country. The keeper thought the man with the red tie looked into the camera like a movie star more, perhaps too toothy and slick.  The man in the blue tie seemed to think more, but should have looked more deeply into the camera. Meanwhile, Cecil  snuck out at the beginning and hasn't come back yet.  The keeper is a bit nervous, and has already paced the neighborhood with treats, keys, and a flashlight.  We are not too worried yet.

Farewell Celebration

Surprise..nothing new.  The keeper and the guest headed to the Cathedral yet again last evening where the keeper was giving a talk.  She saw friends from Tacoma who had come up, as well as many others. It seemed to go well. They came home later after celebrating. We received treats. Today the guest left to see her brother before heading to Brazil for a big Latin American celebration of Vatican II. They had a long celebratory Italian lunch before waving goodbye.  We liked the guest, except she was sick for most of the time she was visiting, and was not interested in our feline acts of pastoral care.  Maybe next time.