We had another reunion meal together while daughter Lise was here. Niece Julie, friend Michael, son John $pencer, and friend Rose joined us on the porch. Lise, Julie, and $ were close years ago when $ first moved to North Carolina. Those bonds were lasting, even though they rarely see each other now.
While we ate, Michael’s dog Gumball was outside with us, and Rose’s Sadie was inside the house. Only after we ate did we let them greet each other. It was a bit tense.
Going outside seemed best. Julie spoke softly to Gumball.
Rose, David, and Lise were near Sadie when she took a rest.
We watched the dogs as they tentatively began to get to know each other. It was good for us to move around a bit, but we soon returned to the porch and separated the dogs again.
I’m glad to say we humans enjoyed being together without snarling or snapping at each other. In these tense times, that’s a very good thing.
Mehrling Muse 
Nice. I see you have social distancing mastered. My mother in law had us all spaced in her home for hubby’s birthday, but until this passes, it needs to be done.
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We were good when the photos were taken. It’s hard to remember to stay apart all the time.
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I bet. We did rather well until we got ready to leave and I reached over and gave m-law an ooops hug. Old habits are hard to break.
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Another lovely meal together:)
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You so easily rustle up a ready crew of family and friends to have a social gathering. Your menus must be quite extensive.No wonder you stay so fit.
xxx HHumongous Hugs x xx
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We usually eat well, and it shows.
xxx Hugs on the Menu xxx
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You are a gracious host and most be a good cook!
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I’ve never managed to fatten up David or Nathaniel.
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It’s because they are young! Your hubby isn’t fat either!
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Sarah and Gumball were much warier at play unlike the humans who were clearly enjoying themselves.
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You and your family and friends seem to have the most wonderful times, and make the best of the Covid situation!!
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Things would have been much more drastic for us if we had been working.
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