Not the first time. It doesn’t happen a lot, though and I am always surprised … there are 3 actual dog beds, 1 cat bed and numerous chairs, etc. that have cushy throws. But, this morning, they decided they both wanted the kitchen dog bed!

Good news first … yes, the plumber called Monday, late morning … they were freed up and wanted to know if they could get my leak fixed right then … YES!! It was actually fairly minor, fixed quickly and I’m back to normal kitchen sink operations.

Meanwhile …

Wildfire smoke from southern Montana fires is stuck in the valley. There is a good chance it will clear this afternoon/overnight as a cool front with moisture is due.

Smoky red sunrise.

Thankfully, there is no smoky smell and no falling ash.

The smoke makes for an odd, kind of glowing light in the woods and I will be glad when it clears, but it did keep things from getting as hot as forecast yesterday.

Returning from the after breakfast walk.

Front porch flowers are hanging in. The begonias have not been 100% happy. I thought last week, that they were goners, but they have rallied a bit after a trim and feed. Next year, I will return to fuschia hopefully.

Here we go, Tuesday :)