Today is the 20th anniversary of the attack on the twin towers and other key points in America by terrorists - for those of us who were not alive during the World War it was a day when the world froze.
On a par with the assassination of Kennedy when people know where they were, I think the twin towers will burn in our minds.
My thoughts go to the families of the people murdered that day.
It is not appropriate to chat about garden so will leave it till another day.
Saturday 4th September
At last, we are the proud owners of a kitchen island thanks to our dog sitter recommended Mike, (not the mechanic for those of you who remember) but the maintenance man. No sooner had he made contact than the job was done and dusted complete with lockable castors!
From this ……
Wednesday 1st September
Another busy, busy week. But in a good way with a lot of things achieved.
A bone scan showed that the osteoporosis is still alive and well, and we need serious consideration as to the don’t do that list. After several weeks with plasters on it should be easier to split what I can and can’t do for safety reasons.
But after taking a decision to move on and get a couple of things done there has been good progress on the kitchen island which has been waiting endlessly to be made safe and have castors fitted. With the help of the wonderful Anne, who is a bit of a font of knowledge , we were put in touch with someone who contacted us, arrived about four hours later, looked at what we want, quoted a price and is going to return in three/four days to carry out the job. Now, that’s what I call moving. And, presumably if we need anything else doing he will be our man.
A couple of hours was spent working in the garden yesterday and started making some progress on one area. I am back to little and often to get it back up to the mark.
I was pleased to get some sweet pea seeds the other day and look forward in getting them in a couple of the hanging baskets. They remind me of the wonderful colours and perfumes of years ago.
Mr D has been suffering from a sore throat for a few days, of course the virus crossed our minds but his doctor assured him that antibiotics and some paracetamols would do the job.
Our cleaner did a wonderful job for us yesterday and is looking forward to a day off next week as it ties in with my second eye operation and probably I would be best left in the quiet.
Looking forward (ha ha) to having real eye sight again after quite some time.
So, all in all, everything is going well.
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
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.
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
