So…Loucious’ family has returned from Germany, and L. is still with us!  His final destiny is still pending various factors, to be decided soon.

Meanwhile, to look at him worming his adorableness into our hearts, you’d think he has always been a family member.  Even K, who has extreme allergies, has been assimilated.  E was afraid of losing him sooner, his being an older dog.  Y just wants more pets but not so much the maintenance.  Loucious doesn’t like other dogs, so that limits who can visit with their dog.  Then there are the inevitable expenses and other considerations.  It’s a big decision.

For erev Shabbat, there were no eggs for the challah, so I tried an experimental Sephardic alternative similar to pita or lavash, with aromatic seeds.  I made a chicken and potato curry, basmati rice and greens.  Everyone came to the table and seemed to enjoy it, even Y.

Avdi is going through extreme despair and despondency right now, so if you’ve been following this story, please send healing energy or whatever light you can.