Unfortunately, our house still smells of smoke, in spite of having the windows open all night two nights. It's not too bad, but during the heat of the day when we had it closed up, it was worse. We lit some candles, but they didn't seem to help. If it hadn't been in the 90s, I would have baked something and that would have helped.

We had pancakes, walked the dog. Ray slept late. Captain & Vanessa came for breakfast. They went back to Nancy's to clean up and move home. Ray & I went to the Fellowship and sang a great song. Unfortunately, my voice was not very strong. I think it was affected by the smoke. Vanessa was coughing some during the day, too. In the afternoon, Ray took a nap. I vacuumed and tidied for the evening.

Kenney Ridge potluck! I had said 5:30, because I thought people would come late. But, by 5:40, we had a houseful. The Captain drove to Tontonno's to get spaghetti and meatballs. I played War with Miles (he won) and then I entertained Jeff some with the basket of toys in the study: robot, bouncy balls, finger puppets...lots of healthy food. Everyone enjoyed themselves. Many thanked me and said what a great house for a party. Lots of interest in the chickens. Sharing of information. Karen F. brought goat cheese she made herself from her goats' milk.

Watched some TV, fell asleep, and went to bed.