I had a visit with Donna last week. It was so nice to see her. There are some things she loves about her new digs and some not so much, but she’s adapting and things will become more familiar as time goes by. We are not adapting as well as we miss her so much.
The hail did such a number on our planters at VNC and Monday’s cloudburst added to the wreck. I have replanted all three, added new soil and, hopefully, we’ll be able to add more plants as they become available. It’s not the best time to plant perennials, but perhaps we can go to some succulents that don’t take so much water.
The sweet peas are beginning to bloom in the courtyard and they are adding some color to the overall effect.
Donna gave us a Feng Shui stepping stone and I had one, as well, so I have placed them in front of the bench. As soon as Randy has time, he will paint the pipe fence and our green space will be looking good.
A few changes for the Griffiths Centre for the month of August. Breakfast will only be available on Tuesday and Thursday for the period August 9 to August 18. There will be no dessert night or dinner during August. Back on track for September. Candidates for the upcoming by-election in Black Diamond are: Mayor – Glen Fagan, Les Miller, Councilor – David Geske, Brian Marconi. There will be a candidates forum on August 9 at 7 p.m. in the Griffiths Centre. Election day is August 22 from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m. in the Black Diamond municipal office. Advance voting is August 15.
