Flying Reindeer and Genece’s Hearth

After an interesting night of sleeping in the Gillespie, IL post office, Genece picked me up. When we arrived at the house, I was excited to see all the snow. However, the ice on the sidewalks and porch made for a slippery entrance. I couldn’t wait to take the tour of the little old farm house Genece’s is currently living in that was built in 1939. But before the tour, I wanted to pet and play with her black cat, Serena.

Ha! Serena did everything but play with me! Genece took a few pictures of me rolling on the floor laughing at Serena when she was giving me one of her stares. She doesn’t know how persistent I can be! Before long, I’ll have her eating out of my hands as the expression goes! She’ll be wanting to snuggle with me at night FYI — Genece is definitely going to need to take some digital camera lessons! The poor girl can barely snap the photo!

Genece allowed me to do whatever I wanted on my first night (I think she was feeling a little guilty about me having to sleep at the Post Office even though I told her not to worry since I saw it as an adventure.) so I explored several things. First, I sat in the Queen chair Genece has designated for me. Very nice! Next, I went snooping around for yummy snacks! I found some dark chocolate wafers with vanilla creme brulee in them. Forget the waistline! I just had to have a couple! Genece tried to get me to try the sugar free stuff. I told her no way!

Romping around the house, I spied a small reindeer just sitting and looking bored. I think the little guy needed some serious adventure. Genece saddled me up on his back! I sat on the reindeer for awhile talking to the fellow I’ve named Rickets the Reindeer. Next thing I knew it was bedtime and I was getting pretty tired so Genece tucked me into my bed. Once the lights were out, I couldn’t resist! Quietly, I climbed back up on Rickets (what a climb!) and we spent half the night flying around the house. Genece said it would be best if I did my flying in the house since it’s so cold outside. She didn’t have to convince me much! It’s definitely cold outside!

Here’s a couple of photos Genece desperately tried taking (poor girl!):

Genece had better hide these delicious wafers! I have a sneaky suspicion they could suddenly disappear if she doesn’t hide them!

Okay, Genece said I could snack on anything I wanted! What better way to view the selections in the fridge by sitting on top of portabella mushrooms? I chose a portabella sandwich with provolone cheese

This is the Queen’s thrown! Serena has been told to STAY OFF! or I’ll put a hex on her — TeeHee!

Remember Genece’s Christmas Tree drama? Here I am under it — although I’m just a little nervous. Only she assures me the tree’s been stable ever since the day it fell.

One of my new friends and adventure buddies, Rickets the Reindeer. Yes, we flew around the house last night without waking up Genece or that silly cat!

Here’s me taking the reins!

I was happy to see an old friend, Buddha, sitting on a shelf. Genece has beautifully displayed him with a lovely Japenese tea set. She loves decorating! You should see the transformation she’s done to this little old farm house! It’s eclectic and warm — very comforting!

Okay, so we’re not really cuddling yet. This was Serena and me this morning when Genece was writing. We took a nap next to each other. It’s a start! I’m telling you, she’ll be wrapped around my little finger in no time

Well, we’re off to a day’s adventure at the nursing home and Christmas shopping. I get to meet Genece’s mom and some of the other ladies at the home that hang out together! Ciao for now!