<div class="floatright">(https://www.mediafire.com/convkey/d80f/21h8ybmnz6cjeh34g.jpg) (http://www.mediafire.com/view/21h8ybmnz6cjeh3/Kimmie.png/file)</div><br/><br/>“Spring cleaning is an ancient tradition. The Maypole was the celebration of opening the house to air it out and replacing the straw. Bathing too, During the winter we didn’t bath because it was so cold and removing clothing was exposure to frostbite!”<br/><br/><em>"I think the condo will still be clean in the Spring"</em>I giggle....<em>"We did a really good job.....And thank goodness for indoor heating.  I have no intention of reliving antiquity and not bathing in a proper shower, for three or four months!"<br/></em><br/><br/>Chloe turns back to the subject of pets.....Im surprised at her conviction to get a cat at some point.<br/><br/>“We will need a cat eventually. Or I will anyway. Cats counsel very wisely when they are allowed. But not here, not in the condo. Cats here would be decoration and not partners. I won’t do that to a cat. So maybe after you visit with Tangie, we can visit the local rescue society to see if we pair with a dog there. Good with that? I know, adding furries to our home is a big step."<br/><br/><em>"We can certainly swing by a rescue shelter....see if we connect with anything?  You just  have to promise to limit  yourself to one.  I know you....your heart is big....I reserve the right to be 'Scrooge' and say 'no' if needed."</em><br/><br/>Chloe smiles but does not agree to nor cede any decision making powers.....“So ready to forage for breakfast? There’s a couple of fine dives a mile or two away, and the walk will do us both good.”<br/><br/>We get changed.....Simple shorts, tank top, walking shoes....nice high, brushed ponytail....a touch of mascara....and Im ready....A nice walk to breakfast and a walk back will be nice.  And really nice just being with Chloe.<br/>