As expected, what a hectic few days I have had since my last communication. Saturday we set off to Aunty Mary and Uncle Tim’s for the day with me in my cage in the back of the car for the first time. I was not too happy about this as I much prefer a nice soft lap, so I expressed my displeasure by regurgitating the contents of my breakfast and mid morning snack all over my bed and cage halfway through the journey. Surprisingly this did not provoke a hostile reaction – more one of sympathy for me “suffering from car sickness”. Little did they know!

We eventually got there safe and sound and, after a cursory inspection of the house and garden, I settled down for a bit of a rest whilst they started to open the first of many bottles. Honestly, I don’t know where they put all this fluid. I decided to adopt a policy of being well behaved for the day as I felt it was in my best interests to extract maximum sympathy and cuddles rather than lots of shouting and admonishment. To this end I dutifully curled up in my cage during meal times and sat on laps for most of the rest of the day. There were a couple of walks to enjoy, except when the Mayor’s dogs started to sound off as we passed, which scared the life out of me.

That evening some neighbours came round for dinner and more bottles were opened. However, they did bring their children Chloe and Oliver, with them who were quite nice and for whom I put on a special show of my now famous “sit – paw” routine. No photos as dad forgot the camera!

My tactics for the day paid off as I was rewarded with a nice soft lap for the journey home.

No rest for the wicked. Next day it was off to Esperaza to meet Boudie and have a look round the market. He and I had a pleasant walk together before retiring to his place for a bit of tearing about and falling over, which was great fun. I think he and I are going to be good mates but I do need to put on a bit of weight to be able to totally hold my own with him.

Then it was on to the market – thankfully quiet at this time of year – where I did a bit of socialising with both dogs and people, and attracted more than a few admiring glances and comments, even if I say so myself. I can’t help being so devilishly handsome, can I?

Then a big surprise in the afternoon as my new mate Lily popped in for a dash around. Mind you, I have to say it nearly finished me off but thankfully it was a short visit.

I am writing this from the comfort of my bed, where I feel I could well spend the rest of the day recovering from what has, so far, been a demanding week. Nothing much planned for the next few days so will speak to you again soon.