Wedding anniversary number 15!

 Friday 27th August 2021

15 years ago we tied the knot.  Well, what a journey through the years, ups and downs as in all cases but still standing together.

Having come through the worst of it I would like to think we could now settle into a comfortable old age, yes, no, maybe?

Having had a really nice day with nothing particular on the calendar.  Couple of bits to do in Polis this morning then pick up some final bits for our meal and chill out with fillet steak, trimmings and decent red wine.

As I woke up at 4.45 this morning I am feeling the pinch, won’t be long till bed time.

Not thrilled with the garden at the moment so need to take things in hand, but that can wait till tomorrow or Sunday.  All that hard work seems to have gone by the wayside.

Had a lovely mail from daughter today, it is always so comforting to hear from her.  We had a bit of a hick up in our relationship a few years ago, which tore me apart but we are now back on track and I am thrilled.  The next step will be her and her partner being able to come out,

So I will raise a glass to you tonight and wish you everything you wish yourself.

Dedicated to you sweetheart, love mum. Xxx

My plasters are OFF

 Oh, what a joy.  My shower this morning was bliss.

I am still wearing a splint on my right hand for the next week but I don’t care.

Fish and chips next Wednesday.

Yummy.

A memorial for Sue

 Wednesday 18th August

It has been in my mind for some while to create a small memorial in the garden for Sue (my sister) and it finally came to fruition this week.

With the help of a recommendation we went to an amazing place which makes and paints a whole variety of statues, when I saw this I just knew it was perfect.

Next it was off to the garden centre for the gravel.  Yesterday morning, before the sun was up we get to work and this is the result.

Sue would, I think, have loved it.

We don’t need material things to remind us of Sue but considering she was cremated in Scotland (not giving some of us enough time to get there),  and ashes scattered from Hastings pier I felt there should be something in Cyprus where Sue managed to have two short holidays before she left us.

She ‘visits’ me often and I hope she is now at peace.

With love. x

Sue 1957 - 2018

 

Where did the letter ‘T’ go?

 Sunday 15*h Augus*

I became aware a few mon*hs ago *ha* *he le**er ‘T’ was missing when people were *alking.

Now, there can be one of a few reasons for this in my view, laziness, unable to spell so being unaware the word contains a T, a new form of slang ( maybe not that as even radio presenters miss out this precious member of the alphabet family.)

Although I was born in London I spent most of my teen years living on the south coast. As a result I picked up the local dialect where most words are pronounced with ‘ing’ at the end.  Absolutely nothing I can do about but to develop this casting aside of a letter seems to be a shame.

Minor matters in comparison to the most dreadful news from Plymouth this week with the cold blooded slaughter of five humans,  one being a small child just starting  out on her life, and the cowardly ‘suicide’ of the murderer.

The media certainly have enough copy to fill their lust for every detail and feed the frenzy of mourning.  Where on earth could one go for solace, prayer? with other people? by the vast sea? (I have done that myself on more than one occasion).  

All the words in the world are not going to bring people back or heal wounds so deep.

My heart breaks for one and all who have the reality of it all to face at sometime.

And we are told it is people’s right to have social media, really?

On a personal note I am facing a difficult week when we will be celebrating my sister’s life on the third anniversary of her passing.  Sleep tight Sue, we miss you. xxxx

Too early

 Never mind about “not tonight sweetheart “,  it was a case of “not today”.  Another week to go to be on the the safe side. ,

See you next Thursday at 5,00.

Today is the day!

 Thursday 12 August

I so hope my plasters come off today and give me a rest from the awkwardness they have created, and that the fractures have mended.  I suspect it will be either an X-ray or CT scan. The X-ray would be better and save a trip to Paphos,

My list of to-do’s grows ever longer.

Will let you know how I get on.

See you later.

Counting down the

 Six days to go!  God it has been a struggle some days, not helped by temperature nearing 40 degrees.

The first thing i am going to do is undress myself, and have a super shower, then sit down to a lovely meal which I can cut up and eat!

The little things one takes so much for granted.

Obviously not much has been going on, really missed my garden, and cooking.  Thank goodness for Jo’s Pies. A local lady who produces the most wonderful pies, salads and a variety of other dishes.  It has been a chance for Mr D to take a break from the kitchen.

The garden crew turned up yesterday and a cloud hung over the garden apart from Gardener Junior, who always is happy to help and keep a smile on his face.  I must ask him one day if he sees himself with his own clients?  He would probably make a fortune.

We are on the look out for a dining table and some comfy chairs.

The one we have comes with the house and is definitely seen better days.  We also want something smaller for us to use.

We usually find something eventually which is just the job.  It just takes time.

Small celebration of Daisy joining us four years ago this month.  My goodness what a nervous little wreck she was at first.  But with patience and understanding she has come on in leaps and bounds.

Here’s to the next four years.

See you all soon and as they say on ‘Strictly’ - keep reading!😉