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That was the week
This week has flown past with things happening every day. I used to laugh at the Oldies who claimed to be too busy to do things. Now I understand. The secret is to make the most of each day and … Continue reading
By Yon Bonny Banks….
This is a view of Loch Lomond taken in the summer. Today we stopped for coffee at almost the same spot – the rain was tipping it down and the water was pouring down the mountains. OK the coffee tasted … Continue reading
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Tagged Floods, Grandchildren, Journey, Loch Lomond, memories, Rain, Visiting
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Friendship
We used to talk about babies and toddlers – nappies in the days before disposables ……. and all sorts of other things. Then over the years we talked on the phone about schools and exams and children growing up. After … Continue reading
Forever Friends – Memories
Herein lies a story…….. how long have you got? These last couple of weeks have been a bit fraught – all to do with Son #3 and yet another removal. So sitting quietly on a Sunday afternoon it was lovely … Continue reading
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Tagged Family, giving, Grandchildren, Grandmothers, letters, loneliness, love, writing
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Instant cheering up
I was grateful for the comments on yesterday’s post, hoping that things would soon seem better. So what do I find on facebook? Photos of the Tinies: first day of school for Grandie #7 and first day of P2 for … Continue reading
Look on the bright side
Well, all was not gloom and doom yesterday – despite the negative way I was feeling. Don’t get me wrong, the budget was as the pundits had thought – pretty Draconian. And I was justified in being upset for the … Continue reading
Normality
Normal service is suspended. The littlest grandchildren are visiting. Picture grandmother prostrate at bedtime (ie 7-00pm with her feet in the air!) Back soon.
Responsibilities
It has been brought home to me today that the writer of a blog has numerous responsibilities. Firstly, things can be misread or misinterpreted – though this is usually in fun. For instance by a round about route some colleagues … Continue reading