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Someone’s else’s idea………….

Posted on May 1, 2020 by

A week or so ago I did a post on my card making and a reader mentioned sending a little package of cards to my aunt who had been unable to get out to purchase Easter cards. I’ve had a … Continue reading →

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Family likeness

Posted on February 5, 2020 by

Reading Kate’s post (click here), it made me think of an idea I had for a post last week but had forgotten. I’ve often commented on how Mum looks back at me from the mirror and although this picture isn’t … Continue reading →

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Three Years Ago today……………..

Posted on November 26, 2019 by

I was waiting for a response to two letters I’d sent to family about Humphrey, the original cancer that had been removed in a lumpectomy operation on October 31st. I had a phone call from one and a 125 word … Continue reading →

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Full Stop

Posted on March 29, 2019 by

SIL is now safely back at base. It was wonderful to see her and catch up with the family news. With her latest phone gadget she was able to connect to Bro and we could see each other over the … Continue reading →

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Preparing for a visitor.

Posted on March 28, 2019 by

As mentioned previously, my SIL is doing a detour from Kings Lynn and coming to see us. I’m really excited! When I went over to see Bro in 2010, she was marvellous and took me to loads of places in … Continue reading →

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It’s a Mugs Game

Posted on September 20, 2018 by

Years ago, everyone had their own mug and even if you were visiting someone’s house, the chances were you’d be given the same drinking vessel each time. It wasn’t exactly a tradition, but it seemed to follow that when I … Continue reading →

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Forty, Forty, and Forty

Posted on September 10, 2018 by

My eldest niece is forty this month. She’s a mum and Nanna, and I have no idea if a party is planned. The card has already been sent. I remember OB’s fortieth. I was living in Bath then and we … Continue reading →

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Another Anniversary

Posted on September 2, 2018 by

Today marks Bro and SIL’s 30th and Pearl Wedding Anniversary. I’d sent them a card (not this one) a little while ago, and followed it up with an email last night as it was already the 2nd over there.   … Continue reading →

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Dogs, pianos, candles and windows.

Posted on August 4, 2018 by

When we were in Boston this morning, we saw some old friends, got the required socks, had a cup of tea and then went into The Stump to light candles for the two Dads and my Mum. There’s an entry … Continue reading →

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Birthday’s Past

Posted on May 14, 2018 by

I found myself thinking about a relative whose birthday it was today. She was related by marriage, being the fourth wife and widow of my paternal grandfather. Mum, Dad and I lived with them for almost a year in 1972-73. … Continue reading →

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