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Being mumpty
How do you have a Day Off when you are retired? Most people who are still working think that retirees have it easy; after all, every day is time off to do what you want. That is true in one … Continue reading
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Normal service
Normal service should be resumed in a day or two. Am having trouble with internet connections. Back soon.
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Taking a breather
In contrast to the last few days there is a chance to take a breather. No rushing around – unless by accident – and space to breathe and relax. These times of quiet are needed by everyone from the youngest … Continue reading
House of Commons
Lunch today was to be a healthy option snack (Hard boiled egg – forgot the twist of salt - oatcakes, Babybel cheese, Grapes and coffee.) In the event we had it at Son #3′s flat whilst watching the BBC News … Continue reading
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Signs of my times
Here is a flavour of the last 24hrs 38 emails in the inbox Called my motor insurers – 19mins 10secs till I got to speak to a real person Discovered I am not yet an “older person.” That is a … Continue reading
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Wordle
This is not a new idea, but this website gives a snapshot of what I’m blogging about. It will be interesting to do another one in a few months’ time and see whether there will be any change.
A wet day at Dalamory
What do you do with a wet day at Dalamory? (60mm of rain in 24 hrs) 1)finish a library book; 2) feel depressed; 3)bath the dog:(that takes care of the depression – who can be depressed when bathing a very … Continue reading
Bath
It was indeed a bath, and the doggin smells very sweet!
Back home
Safely back home after ten days of helping out with grandchildren. Highlights included: laughing a lot; watching children play with the dog in the snow; bedtime stories; shared meals; building memories; a special “church” service devised by the youngsters and … Continue reading
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Problems with access
Having problems with internet accessiblity – back online in a week or so.
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