The face-off.

We are dog-sitting our granddaughter's boxer dog, Kaya, and it is an amusing drama that we witness from time to time as our little black cat engages in her stalking maneuver. Kaya is terrified of the little creature, and won't even look at her when she is in the room. She carefully keeps her head turned the other way, as the cat slowly and inexoribly moves closer and closer. Finally, when she is close enough to reach out with her paw and touch the dog, she nonchalantly sits down and holds Kaya prisoner, afraid to move an inch. We had expected the action to go the other way, with the cat cowering under the sofa in fear of her life. She exhibits not an iota of fear - flaunting her power. We love to keep the little dog. She is an affectionate little friend, following us around everywhere.
Today was hot again, but it cooled off tonight and is quite pleasant. We have a book tape on the tape player, which my husband is listening to, and we have all of the lights turned off. When I consulted with my doctor yesterday, he cautioned me against doing too much, and advised me to rest when I get tired. Great advice! I of course listened with all of my heart. Permission to rest! Having been raised with the tradition of being engaged in work of one kind or another every moment, it was wonderful to not only be permitted to rest, but to be ordered to do it. It was well worth the trip to hear his words.
Well, this was a quiet day. There are no lights on in the neighbor's house either, although they are home. We are all enjoying the cool breezes of the evening after the heat of the day. Good night all.