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These are all of Cally, who was in the first 3 series of the BBC show Blakes &, from the late 70's, early 80's.

They are made for Round 22 of

characters20in20

Enjoy

10 THEMES

Celestial	Circle(s)	Plain Background/Gradient	Colored Half & Half	Multiple Times/Boxes

Hair Porn	Floating	Floral	Blending	Two Colors

5 CATEGORY (Provided Screencaps)

1	2	3	4	5

5 ARTIST'S CHOICE

1	2	3	4	5

As ever, all are snaggable, and credits are found over at

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I should have actually been at the physio this morning - I was all psyched up to try and get some answers, as my doctor had suggested I did. However I was on the bus ... and got a phone call to say that Emily was still stuck in traffic. There has been an accident on the motorway on the outskirts of the city, and 3/4 of Exeter seems to be stationary. Apparently my physio is stuck on the motorway, and has been for 3 hours!

Oh well, I got back off the bus, walked home via the post office as I had a small gift to send to one on y nephew's girlfriends. It's her birthday at the end of the week.

I couldn't get to Church yesterday as I had a frantic phone call from Claire early Friday evening ... they were going to her Mum's 80th birthday, and the car had broken down. So I drove over there, walked home and my car went off on a "holiday". It will have actually been good for it, as for 6 months it never moved, then these last few weeks it has just done a few 2 mile drives.

Now I am here and hoping to get the last couple of icons of a set done and posted, before heading to work.

So -

16. Henry Fonda was born today in 1905 – have you seen any of his films?
12 Angry Men is a fascinating film.
And, one of my favourite films is The Longest Day
But other than that I have probably seen some of his Westerns as I like that genre.

17. It’s World Telecommunications Day – have you ever learned something new online?
Loads - after all just chatting to all of you helps me learn about different lifestyles, countries, museums etc

18. There are hundreds of different shapes of pasta – Farfalle (butterflies), Campanelle (little bell flowers), Orecchiette (little ears), Rigatoni (ridged), amongst others. Which is your favourite pasta shape to have with a sauce?
I am not a great pasta fan, but always have the spiral one in stock.

19. How’s your gut microbiome? Your gut is linked to your immune system, so eating a large variety of plants each week (at least 30), and eating fermented foods regularly (such as live yoghurt, kefir, fresh sauerkraut and kimchi) is said to have a huge impact on your gut health and therefore your weight and immune system. Do you make an effort to do that every week?
I eat a pretty varied diet.
So i don't focus on anything specific, just work on the theory that I must cover most things, most of the time!

You may have spotted I have also done tomorrows, as Christine is coming over and we are going out for the day ... so hopefully there will be photos to share at some point!

Right, let's catch up with you all

Wow - It's Friday ... did we actually have a Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday ... I am sure someone must have deleted them, as the week is now on a Friday and I have nothing really to show for that week!

Tuesday evening Tim & Claire invited themselves round for tea ... but a classic move from them, they said to save me they would bring food ... for themselves, so I could just have my normal food! They brought a chicken salad ... and I had my normal sandwich tea. However it was nice to see them both. Again, typical of them Claire is sad that my leg is still causing problems ... after all how many times will I be able to get down to water their garden while they are on holiday soon!!!

Othere than seeing them, and working I have rested loads and am beginning to get my Chronic Fatigue re-settled. So that's a positive step.

Well I need to get some groceries bought ... then lunch and off to work.

So am only popping in, as I hope to catch up with you tomorrow (*fingers crossed*)

So -

12. It’s the International Day of Plant Health! Healthy plants mean a healthy planet! Have you ever planted something and watched it grow? Do you look after your houseplants or your garden plants diligently?
I have quite a few around, but sadly it's more luck than judgement if they do OK. Although I have had most at least a couple of years so something is obviously OK with what I am doing.

13. It’s Top Gun Day! Ever seen it (and/or the sequel)?
Seen the original, but not a great Tom Cruise fan. If I spot the sequel on TV I shall watch it, though.

14. Have you ever seen a ‘mockumentary’ film or TV show? The term was coined when the 1984 “This is Spinal Tap” film was released, and notable examples on TV include “The Office”.
No ... and no

15. Bees are responsible for pollinating many of the plants we eat (a current estimate is that they are responsible for every three bites of food we eat). Have you seen any bees this year?
No, haven't spotted any, so far.

Right, see you tomorrow

I had to make some B&W icons ... and made the 10 from the first episode of BtVS

1	2	3	4	5

6	7	8	9	10

As ever, all are snaggable, but credit would be appreciated. The credits are available over at my icon journal -

d4s_icons

I enjoyed Church again, yesterday morning. I still can’t drive any further, but at least I can get there to the services, so that’s a great tick in the box for me.

Then I had a walk round the block, as I had a few photos to catch up on for photo_scavenger … and it was lovely to see a few flowers as well, so thought I would share those here …

I also thought I would share one of the photo prompts here to see how many of you recognise the logo on the mug ...

I actually saw my GP this morning, as it is now over 7 months since I ended up in hospital, and the last couple of months nothing has really progressed for me. We had a good chat, I even shed a couple of tears, but the upshot is that there aren’t any other things I could do. He suggested that on my next physio I ask if it would be worth asking for an overall revue to see what the orthopaedics team think.

I got home and actually got a bit of housework done, now am here catching up with you all … and making a couple of icons before I head out to work. So …

11. When was the last time you took a photo?
Yesterday – and that’s what I posted above!

Right, let’s see what you have all been up to

ETA, from Saturday's post.
I said I had problems with colours for clothes etc ... but realised that is whay I very rarely wear pastel colours. So, although I worry that a skirt/top may clash colours, at least I can see them! Pastel colours all blend together with my eyes!
However, my house is decorated in colours ... pale, admittedly, but again, strong enough that I know what they are!
So, yes, being colourbind I realised I avoid pastels most of the time!

Yes, Saturday morning and I have managed to get a few bits done.

Things like dropping off my out of date morphine that I brought home from the hospital in November ... I had used about 10% of it, so actually was quite pleased to note that ... but it needed to go back to the pharmacy and not just poured down the sink, or the loo, like I am sure a lot of people would do.

On my way there & back I walked a slightly longer way, the sun was shining and there were a lot of lovely colours in the flowers/trees etc. So another lovely tick in the Saturday morning box!

I am now here and hope to see what you have been up to and get a few icons made, as well. Although I am off to work for a couple of hours later.

But, as ever -

9. In 1896, the first horseless carriage show in London featured ten models. Do you own a car? What kind of car is it?
Yes, I have a Toyota Aygo ... red, with a white contrast

10. Are there some colours you would never wear or use in your home?
Impossible to answer - being colourblind I don't always know what colours i have, or don't have

Right, see you Monday x

How can that be, it's yet another week ticked off!

Yesterday, before work I walked down to the local Methodist to vote (for Council elections). When Jiffy lived with me he used to go down with me, but wasn't allowed to vote as he was still under 18!!!!!!! However I often think with most elctions he would have as much idea who to vote for as me, I used to think about putting the paper on the floor, and let him put his paw on the paper, and then vote that way!!! But yesterday, no Jiffy, so I had to pick instead! Anyway, for good or bad, I chose, and the results are in.

I may be a bit cynical about voting, but still think it is something we all shoud do ... not every country has that choice, and in some countries, not all females have that choice either.

Work was super busy yesterday. I haven't a clue why ... just seemed to end up with lots of super-complicated questions that took ages to sort out for them. Still at least the time went quickly.

I am off to work again in a short while ... so ...

7. Do you take your phone everywhere, or sometimes leave it at home and not worry about it?
Yes, but it isn't connected to the internet!
It's just in case I need to get hold of someone as I travel by myself.

8. Henry Dunant was born today in 1828 – he was the co-founder of the Red Cross. Have you ever learned first aid? Could you resuscitate someone?
I hope I can ... but I hope I never have to!
I have worked at the hospital for 15 years ... so I have had resuscitation training every year during that time.

Right, let's get this posted

I made this set of 10 icons for Round 42 of

icons10in20 all made from M*A*S*H, the series .... enjoy

1 - Bumblebee	2 - Cerulean	3 - Floating & Text	4 - In The Shadows	5 - Low Crop

6 - Mother's day	7 - Painted	8 - Rain	9 - Side Profile	10 - Uneven Block Lines

As ever, all are snaggable, but credit would be appreciated. The credits are available over at my icon journal -

d4s_icons

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I don't believe in bad luck ... yet I seem to have had a run of it again!

I have managed not to miss any work, but I have also had a flare-up of my Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, so have had some very late mornings and early nights.

My leg injury continues to cause me problems, although nothing worse than it was.

Add to that I have had some problems with my internet here ... so the days have really disappeared quickly.

Despite the gap, I have no news at all. I will have some icons at some point as I was able to "play" from time to time while things are un-busy at work.

So, sorry, a gap, but nothing really to share. However, I was stunned when I saw how many questions I had missed ... oooops ....

22. If you took part in a quiz, what would be your specialist subject?
Random facts!
I suppose possibly the human body.

23. In 1895, Ngaio Marsh, New Zealand detective writer and producer, was born in Christchurch, New Zealand. Have you ever read any of her detective novels? If not, who is your favourite detective novelist?
The only detective novels I read are the Dresden Files, which are supernatural, and I listened to them first as they were read by James Marsters!

24. It’s Barbara Streisand’s birthday – are you a fan of her music or movies?
I do love Hello Dolly

25. When’s the last time you had to use a plumber?
About 4 years ago the washer died in my kitchen tap.

26. Do you still have a landline, or do you only use your mobile phone/cellphone?
Landline went a couple of years ago

27. What sweets/candies do you remember from your childhood? When was the last time you ate some?
I love sweets, had some jellies last night. So hard to know what are childhood memories.

28. In 2004, Shrek the sheep from Tarras, Central Otago, New Zealand, was finally shorn live on TV after 6 years of avoidance; the fleece weighed 27 kg (60 lb). Do you own, or have you made anything from sheep’s wool?
I have a few jumpers & cardigans that are actually real wool

29. When was the last time you received a letter (not junk mail)?
I get a monthly crossword book, which arrived yesterday.

30. In 2018, Sweden's official Twitter account confirmed that Swedish meatballs actually originated in Turkey. Do you like Swedish meatballs? Ever had them in IKEA?
We have one a couple of miles away, and I have been once! I managed to get lost!

1. Have you ever contributed to something being crowdfunded? Was there an incentive to do so?
Don't think so

2. Have you heard of the ‘Language of Flowers’, published in 1884? Victorian Britain and America were caught up in the concept in the 19th Century. Do you know the secret meaning of any flowers?
No, I have sadly never learned any of them.

3. Have you ever traced any of your family tree?
My brother did for all 4 of our grandparents ... going back to the 1700's in 3 of them and the 1300's in one of them

4. Today is a holiday in many countries, either to celebrate Labour Day or May Day. If you have a day off today, what are your plans?
I worked on Bank Holiday Monday

5. Do you like rhubarb?
Yes

6. Have you ever completed a cryptic crossword, or do you stick to the easy ones?
There is one I do from time to time with both clues, so I tend to look at my answers and see how the cryptic thing works.

Well I hope I haven't missed any vital news - if so, please link me.

I will endevour to keep up from now on ... well, I will try, anyway!

This set of icons has an "outdoor" theme, and I chose Dr Quinn, Medicine Woman as my basis.

1	2	3	4	5

6	7	8	9	10

As ever, all are snaggable, but credit would be appreciated. The credits are available over at my icon journal -

d4s_icons

... than to think I was getting myself organised.

Mum always used to moan at how disorganised I am ... maybe I should have believed her!

Yes, every time I think I am getting settled so I can visit her regularly then odd things crop up. I had one of the 48 hour cold bugs that is going round. It's "horrid" ... sneezing, runny nose, mild headache, and generally a feeling of being "yucky".

Still I did manage to get to Church again this week. I also managed to get to work, luckily only one day of the sniffles was on a work day.

I have managed to mostly tidy my back garden now. Not that there is a lot to do in many ways, but just tidying the pots, brushing down etc all takes time, doesn't it?

Well I want to get a fe icons made, as well as answer your comments (even though that's a bit belated for some!)

So ...

16. In 1922, Annie Oakley set a women's record by breaking 100 clay targets in a row. Have you ever been clay pigeon shooting?
Never tried

17. Have you ever seen bats flying in your area? Have you ever seen a bat up close or seen a bat house attached to a tree?
Never seen one, that I know.
When we visited the Exeter Catacombs, they are only open a few months a year as they are home to a bat colony, but still didn’t see any

18. How often do you listen to the radio? If you do, what kind of things do you listen to (talk/pop/classical)?
Always have the radio on first thing in the morning, so I hear the headlines and generally pick up on the mood of the world. I have Radio 2 on, so a general mix of music from the 1960’s onwards (normally)

19. In 1934, Shirley Temple starred in her first film. Have you ever seen any of her films?
I love the film with her, Myrna Loy and Cary Grant called Batchelor Knight

20. Did you sleep well last night?
Fairly well (thanks)

21. If you could live anywhere in the world, where would that be?
I do love the city of Exeter ... green space, history, trains, airport ... near the sea, near the moors.

Right

I know I say I will catch up with you - maybe I will get the chance this morning!

As I said, Brenda and I went back to Killerton again .... enjoy our visit!

( Clicky for the rest )

Wow, the days nip past fast, don't they?

I do have photos to bring though. On Saturday Brenda came down for a couple of hours. She had stopped at her sister-in-law's on the way down (her brother's widow), then to her husband's sister ... so yes, 2 sister-in-laws. We went to Killerton, had a spot of lunch and a walk round. And, yes, what a surprise, my camera was busy!

Sunday took me to Church again ... the leg felt OK this time, but when I saw the physio on Monday she said that it was good I was driving again, but no way I am to do much more. The physio also said she was happy I was now on 1 crutch, and occasionally use no crutches, but she also wants me to keep the amounts level at this point for a little time, before I dare do any more. Apparently there is a still a lot of healing to go!

I have been working in the afternoons, so that's keeping me out of mischief!

Now, I must catch up with you ... get the questions don ... and get the photos posted ... so ...

8. Have you ever played card games? If so, what’s your favourite game?
I used to play Solo Whist a lot.
I do love Patience, both on a computer as well as with actual cards.

9. It’s National Garlic Month – are you a fan? If so, what’s your favourite recipe using garlic?
I am not a fan

10. Do you often see wild birds in your backyard/garden/nearby open spaces? What are the most common ones you see in your area?
Even though I have used bird-feeders over the years I very rarely see many. The hospital have loads of seagulls around.

11. Have you ever flown a kite?
As a kid, yes. Dad loved kites.

12. What’s your favourite breed of dog?
Any - but I will always have a very soft spot for West Highland Terriers, and for Cocker Spaniels.

13. Have you ever volunteered to do something long-term?
Until I injured my leg, I did about 5 years of grave cleaning for The Commonwealth War Graves Commission.

14. It’s International Laverbread Day (here’s the Wiki entry). Have you ever tried it?
I don't think I have ever tried it.

15. Leonardo Da Vinci was born today in 1452. What comes to mind when you think of Leonardo? Have you ever seen one of his works?
It's always The Mona Lisa, isn't it? I haven't seen it.
There are a couple in both The National Gallery London, and The Uffizi Florence ... so I would have seen those.

Right, I must get on

A 3 mile drive, each way ... and yes, my leg felt sore.

But, I got to hurch ... 6 months agater the last time I was there.

Hallelujah!

I walked round to get some milk, and spotted these bluebells .... there's always something "happy" about them ... isn't there?

So, milk is in the fridge, and now I am here. Washing is on the line. I want to get a bit more of my conservatory cleaned before I get off to work.

I had a lazy morning yesterday, and work was very, very slow going. With no clinics running, it was mostly people being admitted to the hospital ... or visiting those already admitted. So I sat and read some fan-fic, and answered random questions.

Should be busier today as there will be clinics running, although I wonder how many have been cancelled due to the doctors strike this week.

As I didn't turn on the computer yesterday, I have a couple of questions to catch up with -

6. Is there a fashion or style from your youth that you wish would come back, or are you happy with how people dress these days?
I have always tended to do “my own thing”, so really never been someone to follow fashion anyway!

7. It’s National Robotics Week – if you could have a personal robot, what would you like it to do for you?
Housework – especially cleaning windows!

Right, I need to get on ... so I will see you tomorrow.

Happy Easter everyone.

Today is Good Friday, but as I am not going to Nick & Brenda's I shall be working my normal shift this afternoon. Our Church is having a service this afternoon, which I only found out about last weekend. However I shall watch the on-line when I get home ... while eating my Hot Cross Buns!!

I am working tomorrow morning ... and when I get in it will in time to watch the Oxford-Cambridge Boat Race. And, yet again, hoping for a Cambridge win. Overall they are winning 88 against 81.

Then it's Sunday ... and I am aiming to get to Church. The first time under my own steam in 6 months.

So, it will be Monday before I return, so ...

3. Do other people shorten your given name? Do you shorten your own name?
Sadly, yes. I never, ever shorten my name, in fact often call myself by both my Christian names if I am telling myself off.
The family all call me Deb ... Dad was the only one who called me Deborah, after he heard me saying it's my preference.
Most people at work call me Deborah, but it helps that there are a couple of Debbies I work with.

4. Are there opportunities to go walking where you live? Do you take advantage of that?
I am so near some parkland ... and much of Exeter has linked areas to make a very large "green circle" as you can see in the map

5. Pineapple on a pizza – yes, or no?
No, capital NO

Right, I shall catch up with you and then get on

Have a great Easter

I had a walk to drop off the easter egg at Tim & Claires ... one for them, and one for Nick & Brenda, as all the family are together on Easter Day (except for me!).

I am back driving but only a couple of miles ... so not the 100 minute drive (each way), but at least I will be able to get to Church on Easter day, so I am looking forward to that.

Work continues, yes, but there's still a hitch with sorting out the shifts so I won't get paid for some time. But I have an email confirming the shifts, and that I will get paid OK.

I am working later, then. So less hours than I used to have, but it's getting sorted out.

So, I want to get some housework done before I head out ... so ...

31. Do you regularly use your freezer? What do you store in there? Be honest – how often do you check what’s in there…?
Until I injured my leg, I had one in the shed, but luckily it was fairly empty, so got my friend to remove the rest and leave the freezer turned off (I have steps in my garden)
But I have a fridge-freezer … I buy things on a “buy one get one half price”… that way it saves money. I have bread and frozen veg/chips in there … and one frozen meal. I also bulk cook, and keep the spare for the future.

1. Have you ever been fooled by an ‘April Fool’s Day’ joke?
No ... well, I don't think so!!!!!

2. Do you prefer sweet things or savoury things to eat?
"Yes"
I like what I like!
I love a packet of salt & vinegar crisps ... but also love a bag of jelly beans!

Right, I will catch up tomorrow ... I promise

Over the last few months I have been gradually working through my OTPs from some of the shows I watch & re-watch. This month its the turn of Stargate Atlantis ... and despite what some people think, I am a fan of John Sheppard & Elizabeth Weir. In the end I wrote a finale to the show to resolve the fact that they were separated!

These are for round 6 of

ships20in20

Themes

Stars	Hot & Cold	Card Suites	Covered in Text	Complex & Vibrant

Half Face	Song Lyrics	Full Body	Adoration	Rain Effect Texture

Category - Video Inspiration *

Category #1	Category #2	Category #3	Category #4	Category #5

Artist's Choice

AC #1	AC #2	AC #3	AC #4	AC #5

As ever, all are snaggable, but credit would be appreciated. The credits are available over at my icon journal -

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I did watch the video, and got my inspiration from the lyrics.
Cat 1 - Don't give up on yourseff
Cat 2 - I won't leave till I understand
Cat 3 - Pull me close
Cat 4 - Tell me you need me
Cat 5 - I'll be right there

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