Thieves, Vets & George Clooney!

What an eventful week! Firstly our spotted dog, Fin, the dalmation, had an infection in his neck, and we had to call the Vet, who does housecalls by the way. He put him on antibiotics and scraped the pus, if it didn't clear, he would have to cut it out on Friday. Due to the humidity, Fin, also has a skin allergy, and needed a antihistamine and a cortisone cream. Then on Wednesday evening, I got invited to dinner at Chez Gaby, a local Portuguese restuarant. The ladies dinner group meet once a month at a different venue, and was attended by about 20 women. We were told that George Clooney, was there for lunch that same afternoon. A few of us were determined to catch a glimpse of him, and were informed that he had also been spotted by the river. The next morning, a few of us decided to decend on the river front, but not a soul was to be seen. Maybe Next time! Then yesterday, our Driver, Lepauld, explained to me with the help of a French/ English dictionary that his entire month's wages was taken from him on the bus home the night before. I was devasted, and his pride was lost, as he sheepishly told me. I instantly called Paul, who informed the company, and they have helped him out. I also got him to write up a list of the groceries he may need for the month. All he really said he needed was transport money for work. And he asked how much a motorbike would cost him in SA. Lepauld is very much part of the family, and takes a lot of care of not only our driving needs, but also serves as a protection for us. He served in the army and knows a lot on the subject of security. Speaking of which, this week, we were informed of a march in town, and was advised to take care if a situation arises. All was peaceful and nothing happened!