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A Gentle Man

Once in a while, someone comes into your life completely out of the blue. A bond and friendship follows, and it is a privilege to know them, to be included in their social time, to feel like family, and for them … Continue reading

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Out of Date

We’ve all been there, seen something which is perfect for a friend or member of the family, then when we come to look for it to buy, it’s gone. Such was my problem today. I had an idea for a … Continue reading

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First trip of the year to MOH

We hadn’t seen MOH since our visit on Christmas Day, so as it looked like being a nice day and the car needed a really good run since the short trips to and from the hospital last month, we were … Continue reading

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M is for MOH

Some people may wonder what kind of woman I am if I say I have two husbands. Yes, I was married before, getting my divorce in 1981, so he doesn’t count. I have been happily married to Hubby for 24 … Continue reading

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Tuppy Sitting

Meet Tuppence. Her Mummy has been called in to work an early shift, so we volunteered to puppy sit until Daddy gets home this afternoon. It seemed nicer than her being left in their boat all day (it’s due to … Continue reading

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On the river with Capt P

Our friend arrived earlier than expected today which worked out absolutely GREAT! After a much needed cup of tea after his journey, we untied the moorings and set off up river. Bud did not like the horn or the engine … Continue reading

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New Neighbours

We’ve been away 6 days, and Hubby has fixed my laptop for me by purchasing a new plug-in jack (really expensive at £1.99!) to connect to my reserve transformer. I am now up and running, fully recharged. It would appear … Continue reading

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Budget cooking

It seems weird having access to a full size kitchen and cooker, not to mention loads of goodies in the cupboards with which to cook. With our friend in hospital, we did a little stocktake and went shopping. Yesterday I … Continue reading

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Good deeds

We’ve all heard the saying I am sure we are not alone in being ‘punished’ for doing the odd favour. Here are some examples:

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Just click your heels…………

I remember my Dad taking me to The Tatler picture house to see The Wizard of Oz. I was about 8, and Dad said it was his duty and part of my ‘education’ to ensure I saw this classic film … Continue reading

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