Laying in Supplies

The forecast calls for snow/sleet-up to 3 inches. The day grew more and more dark so in high winds we left for Wal-Mart. I had asked several friends if the Riverton economy was on the skids because my previous trips to Wally World found the aisles empty and no lines. They were packed today and of course I realized it is Indian payday-the per-capita checks from their oil royalties arrived. The bad parts of the economy meant that the monthly money had run out about ten days ago.

The new Wind River Casino is doing a soft opening. I will go look. The casinos themselves have been an employment boon. I am sincerely hopeful that the Tribal Business Council members don't suddenly think they are Donald Trumps needing to live large. Based on history that may be too much to hope for but I hope they don't squander the wonderful opportunity they have.

Honey is not a fan of the car yet. I hope that changes before she adds too many pounds because catch and carry is a little strenuous for me. Treats are a part of every trip. She is growing and a stitch. Very funny. I spent some time looking at Pyrenees dog sites on the web. She seems typical in many respects. I hope she has her mother's brains because intelligence is rated as only medium for the breed and she does seem to be a quick study. They are dogs that need to be led-punishment is counterproductive. So that is a good fit. And she is my second little buddy. Likes to be close. Only one accident- that on the first day. She will take care of business promptly but then likes to skylark. That led me on a little chase in the sleet and a branch flipped my glasses off. Had to find my spares. I hope I will find my specs tomorrow. We three had a good play earlier in the socialization experiment. They were kissing and touching a lot. Later Buster got annoyed and I was pleased to see his rebuke was just that-no real teeth threat.

Supplies will last a few days.