Do's and Don'ts

This is a guide to help you when the friend who is like a sister calls you with the following question: "How would you like to go with me to Georgia Veterinary Specialists?"

Don't: Ask why. Believe me, you'll find out soon enough.

Do: Ask if you need to leave right then, or do you have time for a quick shower?

Don't: Take time to shave your legs, blow-dry your hair or apply make-up.

Do: Pack your knitting, a bottle of water, a granola bar and a book. Who knows how long you'll be there.

I'm sure the above gives you a hint of how I spent my day off. I did (very briefly) feel bad when I called Keith to say, "I won't be able to do the vacuuming and mopping today."

As for the dog for whom my friend spent much of her day at two vet offices, she's staying overnight while they run tests and keep an eye on her. She's 14, which is not young for a lab. We're all waiting on pins and needles for some answers.

And for the record, I was working on a PGR heel when I dropped several rows of the yarnovers at the turns, so I frogged the whole heel to start over. Now I'm back home, and I might be able to do some vacuuming. You all know I'd rather be knitting, but I'm not from a rich, old wizarding family, and I don't have a house elf.