It's hard to believe that we are finally going home this Wednesday. After being here nearly three months I have gotten use to the heat, The beautiful palms and the endless presence of lizards and fire ants. I wish I had extended my winter holiday through April. I know I'm returning to cold and possibly more snow but at least we are looking towards summer instead of dreading the deep freeze of winter and minus degrees which are always prevalent during the month of January and February in Canada. I miss my animals and especially my Goats, Bugs and Teddy.
Regrettably I was informed that Mitzi, My attack chicken is missing. Why I got the news cast in Florida was beyond me, considering I could do little about it 2400 miles away, other then grieve. Which I did. I really liked that chicken. He was such a character. I won't get another. Chicken are such prey to anything hungry and spring is a time when the predators are out and looking for food. The other three silkies are safe in the garage. I brought them in for the winter. I know that probably bothered the people taking care of my house but too bad. It is my house after all and if I want a chicken roaming the basement that is my business. At least I know they are safe.
Seeing my animals are the only bright spot of leaving paradise. Yes it has been awesome. I still can't believe I skipped winter as sure as I skipped Christmas. Florida and Christmas just doesn't seem to go together. Next year I will spend Christmas in Canada, at home with my Children, God willing that I should live another year.
