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... And another few days missed.

As ever time got away from me.  I ended up working over the weekend, so life was hectic.  Add to that how hot it was I ended up being lazier than I should have been.  So, yesterday when I got up, I decided housework needed to be done before I went into work.  Yes I was going to drop in here, but really thought I should be a "good girl" and at least now my lounge is clean.

One thing I did manage to do over the weekend was make a couple of icons.  I only have a basic art program on the work pc, so not great, but still I had fun.  These are from the 1952 version of "The Importance of Being Ernest" and are with a theme of "Victorians".

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I have some more icons to make in the next couple of days ... and I also have the final post of my birthday trips, so am going to get on.

Before that -





11. Have you ever used an old-fashioned typewriter? Can you touch type (type without looking at the keys?)
All my patient’s notes (when I was an osteopath) were written on A4 by hand … but were all in envelopes, that I typed the name & address on the top right-hand quarter.
No, I tried learning to touch-type when I was between jobs … but couldn’t get it at all. Ironically, of my parents, my Dad was the one who could touch-type! He taught himself when he was studying for his exams pre-Theological College. He then re-trained when he was doing his PhD.

12. Do you like sushi?
No (I don’t like fish at all anyway!!)

13. Have you ever tried Tai Chi?
No – certainly not for me.

14. Do you enjoy mocktails/cocktails? What’s your favourite?
Love them. There are very few I don’t like, although would prefer not to have a Mahato. My favourites are Aperol Spritz and Moscow Mule.

15. When was the last time you saw any bees?
Yesterday – I walked into my back garden to hang out a towel to air, and they were around the flowers.





Right, I will try and keep up ... But there again, I have said that before!!

See you soon.

As Ever - No Excuse!

Thursday, July 10th, 2025 10:37 am
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I think someone stole a couple of days!  Well I can't think of any real reason why I didn't seem to be around, so I just decided that someone must have just stolen the days ... well, it's as good as an excuse as anything else!

So at least I have some photos to share in a moment, so hopefully you will forgive me!

Anyway - work has been good, and the time always seems to g quickly while I am there.  It is nice to work in a busy location, for that reason alone!

Other than that there is no real news





7. Today, on the seventh day of the seventh month, the Japanese celebrate the Star Festival (or Tanabata). For one day only, wishes, hopes, poetry and dreams are written onto colourful streamers and tied to trees. What would you write on a streamer today?
Love, and safety, for those I love

8. Artemesia Gentileschi was born today in 1593 – an incredibly famous artist in her time, she is only now becoming better known. Have you ever seen any of her works?
I don't think so, however I have Googled and there are some at The National Gallery, which I love visiting.

9. Have you ever been on a journey and been held up for a long time? What happened and how late were you at your destination?
A couple of years ago it was Brenda's 60th and a journey that should have taken less than 2 hours took about 7.  So I missed lunch, but they brought forward the BBQ so that I wasn't there long before I got to eat after all.

10. Do you enjoy salad? What would be in a typical salad that you would serve/eat?
Love it - I love the simple lettuce (varieties), cucumber and tomato ... simple, but tasty al the same.




Right, let's get the photos uploaded and posted.

Weekend Wonderings

Saturday, July 5th, 2025 11:15 am
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I have decided that despite needing to do some housework, or even to clean some war graves I am going to have a lay day (and thus a lazy weekend). I worked longer hours this week ... and next week am working through, and into the weekend, so decided a day of handcraft, reading, icon making ... and even sorting those missing photos!!

So I will try and catch up with you all as well ... so it should be a good day (I hope!!)

Now -




5. Do you have a favourite gemstone?
I do like emeralds … although pearl is my birthstone (and yes, I like them). In fact, I do like most of the main stones … their colour & refraction etc

6. Ivy climbing over a wall can act as an impressive natural air conditioner, absorbing heat from the sun and cooling internal temperatures by as much as 7.5C/45.5F. Do you like ivy plants?
I like looking at ivy on a house, however pulled it off my previous house as the roots were growing through the render ... so decided the loss of the greenery was better than the loss of the covering of the house!




Right ... see you later x
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I keep promising that I will “catch up tomorrow” … then tomorrow disappears without a chance of spare moments! Sorry

I am working every afternoon and evening, and eat before I go to work, so my mornings seem quite short.

Sadly, shopping and housework always seem to be there.

So, no real excuses, other than life!

I met up with Tim and Claire for brunch on Saturday – their treat. I had looked after their garden/bird-feeders while they were away, so I walked to the city to have food … and hear about their trip. They had a lovely time. They went to Madrid, a city that I have yet to visit. They were really positive about it.

Other than those few hours I don’t really have any excuses for not being around.

I don’t want to lose touch with you all, but at the moment my LJ life might be a bit intermittent, so forgive me for that. I will do my best to keep up with you all, but please do let me know if you have any excitement in your lives.

It doesn’t help that even though I work with computers, LJ is one of the programmes blocked by their virus & SPAM filters.

Still … let’s keep up to date with the questions, so that if I can get myself more organised then I won’t be too far behind …






11. Do you wear a watch?
Yes, always.

12. Do you have some table items you only bring out when you entertain guests for dinner?
Yes – I have a lot of stuff that I love using, but as it’s only me at home I don’t set the table with different things on a daily basis

13. Do you own a corkscrew?
Of course!

14. When was the last time you sorted through the clothes in your wardrobe/closet? Are there items you really should get rid of?
I am not someone who buys new clothes, just to buy clothes, or follow fashion. So I throw out clothes when they are getting worn out, or if they are stretchy if they have stretched too big for me.

15. It’s Nature Photography Day – have you recently taken a photo of anything from nature?
Last photos I took were attempting some close-up photography of flowers.

16. Do you own a travel adapter socket, a travel hair dryer or a portable mini iron?
Of course – I travel abroad, so have the adaptors as needed.
Never ever use a hairdresser, and don’t have a mini-iron. If something is crushable I don’t tend to pack it!

17. Have you ever had a massage?
Sports massage, yes.
Any other, no.




Right, I must get on. It’s my month to find prompts for photo_scavenger so must get that posted.

I will try and keep up … I really will
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I had a really lovely weekend ... very busy on Saturday as I did some housework, then Toni came for some treatment as she has hurt her back again.  I actually first met her almost 30 years ago as a patient, and we rapidly became good friends.  Her treatment continued over the years, and she taught me to ride ... we used to laugh that if she had a bad treatment, she would give me a tough lesson (and vice versa!!)

Then Saturday afternoon I worked, and spent the evening chatting to a friend.

Sunday was Church, then a nice lazy day.

Yesterday ... umm, well the morning must have happened but I can't for the life of me remember anything special!  In the afternoon I worked.

This morning I have done some shopping, and just posted this weeks challenge in [livejournal.com profile] photo_scavenger already.  Now here, and working later.

So, before I get some icons made ....





7. When was the last time you thoroughly dusted and polished your furniture?
I do a thorough clean at least twice a year - everything out of cabinets, etc. But I do the surfaces of all the cabinets (and I have a lot) every week.

8. Have you ever been fishing?
No

9. Is there something that someone close to you does which really irritates you, but you’ve never said anything to them about it?
Lots!
Having been bullied for years you learn to not push yourself into a possible problem.

10. Have you ever made mayonnaise from scratch?
No - hee, I have better things to do with my time!



Right, I will try and catch up with you all tomorrow x

No News - So No Title!!

Wednesday, June 4th, 2025 11:03 am
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As I said nothing really to report here - but didn't not want to pop in and say hi ... so ...

Hi

Hope you are all OK.

And, still keeping up -






4. Have you ever made cheese (if you’d like to give it a try there’s a really easy recipe here)?
No!!
Although I remember Mum making some cottage cheese when we were kids.



Right let's see what you are all up to!
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Yesterday when I got home from work, I came with a large bunch of roses ... they are truly stunning.

One of the many visitors to the hospital had driven a couple of hours to visit his mother to find she was on a respiratory ward, so no flowers were allowed. So he gave them to me ... I said for him to take them home to enjoy, but he said he would prefer to give them to someone ... so, yes, I walked into the house with a beautiful bunch of flowers.

Overall it was a good day as I had met up with Toni & Pete in the morning for coffee (tea for me), and cake (none for me) ... it had been Pete's birthday last week, so I treated them to that, as well as giving him his birthday gift. A lovely morning.

Again I am back at work later, so am trying to catch up with things at the moment.

Before I go -






29. Do you like mustard? What type, and what do you put it on?
No … although add some to a cheese scone mixture to enhance the cheese flavour during baking.

30. It’s the International Day of the Potato! What is your favourite way to eat potatoes?
Again, I love potatoes … especially proper chips. I am not a great fan of mash. Though.




Right lets see who I can catch up with x

I Know - I Promised!!!

Wednesday, May 28th, 2025 11:28 am
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However when I went into work on Friday I was asked to work on the Saturday, and the Bank Holiday Monday ... so couldn't get here, and couldn't meet up for a day out with Brenda as I planned.

I actually finished work by 3pm, but then had to go to Tim & Claires and sort out their bird feeders, and garden pots as they are away.  When I got home I didn't switch on the computer.

So, I had genuinely aimed to be here, but it didn't go as planned.

Since then I have done some extra work as well as keeping Tim & Claires garden checked ... at least yesterday it rained so I dien't need to head off there before work.

This morning I went there, and then finished off sorting the photos (and posting them) ... I need to get on and get some food prepared before I head into work, so won't catch up with messages ... but will try to get back tomorrow ... but I will catch up with the questions , but not the photos!






24. Have you ever had a pedicure?
No – although I do wear nail polish … and a toe ring and ankle bracelets throughout over half the year.

25. Are you a fan of popcorn at the movies?
I so rarely go to the cinema, that I don’t really get into eating popcorn anyway.

26. Today the Cooper’s Hill Cheese-Rolling event will take place to celebrate the UK Spring Bank Holiday. A 7-9lb (3-4kg) round Double Gloucester cheese will be rolled down a hill until someone catches it (you can see a video of the spectacle here). Are there any Spring Festival Events in your area?
Nothing I knew about … but I ended up working, so it wouldn’t have really mattered.

27. Do you like lettuce? Any particular variety?
I do love all forms of lettuce … I am a great fan of a simple salad.

28. When was the last time you wore flip-flops (Zories/thongs)?
This morning – they are my summer “slippers”, and when not at work I will wear them even if going for a walk. I do love them.



I hope to get back tomorrow!

Busy Times ...

Friday, May 23rd, 2025 11:23 am
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Sorry

Yes, I know I keep saying that I am going to catch up with you all - but the last couple of mornings I have been busy with housework ... how can dust arrive quicker than the polish gets rid of it!! So, as I had a couple of lazy weeks, I am all behind.

So yesterday was cleaning, washing, shopping ... this morning more cleaning and some banking as well. So I am gradually catching up.

Had aimed to have the Bank Holiday weekend off work but one of the ladies who usually works has had a sudden bereavement and so needs to take time to come to terms with the shock.

So hopefully I will catch up with you all before I head into work tomorrow ... but until then ...




22. Have you ever lived or worked in a skyscraper or high-rise building? Which floor?
No

23. Have you ever tried non-alcoholic beer or wine?
NO!!!! Why would I??





Right, I also have some icons to post then I must get on to work

See you tomorrow (I promise)

Long Time, No See

Monday, May 19th, 2025 11:21 am
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... one infection followed by another.  Add continued working, and I realised I had ended up with a slight degree of depression.

So, this last weekend I kicked myself, and am feeling more positive again.

The throat is much, much better, but the chest infection is still rumbling away.  However I am going to focus on other things.

So, I am behind with A to Z photos (and not going to do that for a couple of days), and a month behind with photos on [livejournal.com profile] photo_scavenger (ditto) .. but at least I now know I am re-focusing.

Over the weekend I walked into the city and did a walking tour of the city.  They do 2 or 3 free ones every day and I am gradually working my way down the list.  This one was "Royalty in Exeter", and I did learn a few new things, but a lot I had heard before.  However it didn't help that the lady read a lot of her notes, rather than just chatting through the info as they had done on previous tours.

Then on Sunday, after Church I drove to a National Trust property about an hour away ... and met Brenda who had done the same.  So yes, that was great ... and I will have photos to share.

Now, I am also behind with questions ... so will catch up with them -







12. Do you regularly moisturise your feet?
When I remember!

13. Do you remember when you bought your first computer?
Dad had one of the early Amstrad Word Processors, which I used. My first computer ran Windows 95 ... so, yes, some years!

14. Have you still got access to an Avon representative locally? Have you ever bought products from Avon?
I don't wear make-up, except nail varnish.
Although someone did give me one of their perfumes years ago that I liked, but that is my limit of Avon.

15. Who cleans the toilets in your home?
Seeing as there is only me here, it had better be me!

16. International Day of Light – when is sunrise and sunset where you live today?
Don't know - but it's certainly longer days at present.

17. How do you keep track of your daily schedule – a paper diary, a wall calendar, on your phone/computer or something else?
Some on my phone diary ... most on the calender on my kitchen wall.

18. How do you store your cutlery – in a drawer or another place?
Most in a drawer - however I do have my grandfather's canteen of cutlery that he received in 1960 from work.

19. It’s British Sandwich Week – what would be in your ideal sandwich?
I take a sarnie to work every day ... usually corned beef, but sometimes cheese & marmite.





Right, let's get on as I am working later.

Let me finish by wishing Jiffy a Happy Birthday. Usually I go and see his grave, but as I'm working today that's not going to happen as it's almost an hour's drive away ... so will just leave you with a photo -
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Well I don't have any more tome to catch up with you all - but aim to be a better friend this week.

Hope that you are all well x

Now We Are In May

Saturday, May 3rd, 2025 03:00 pm
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... How has that happened?

How can we be a third of the way through the year .... a quater of the way through the century.  Wow, life moves fast.

And I am all behind with replying to your comments ... I am trying to be a good girl and rest more when I am not working so I can fully get rid of the bugs.  They are all but gone now, so I don't want to push things further.

I am also trying to actually get some Spring Cleaning done as well ... trying to do a small amount of thorough cleaning, again without really pushing my health.

Here we have a Bank Holiday weekend, and despite the forecast the sun is shining with clear blue skies.  So I have washing on the line that is almost dry, so I have ironing to do soon.

I don't know that I will get to catch up with you all, but I am trying to catch up with your past replies, as well as sorting a couple of other things on line ... then I shall turn off the pc, until Tuesday.  I am working on Monday, and hope to have a lazy morning before that .  So ...



(April 31. It’s Saturday – what are your plans?
I love this extra question ... thanks [livejournal.com profile] kazzy_cee. I love it because as I type this it is a Saturday, and, I am always asking for extra time, so she is obviously giving up as extra day!!!)

MAY
1. The first of May – it’s Labour Day, also known as International Worker’s Day. If you’ve retired, how long (in years) did you work for before you stopped? If you are still working, how long will it be, before you retire?

I have just over 3 years before I reach UK retirement age

2. Do you own a toolbox? What does it have in it?
Just basics … hammers, screwdrivers, pliers

3. How old is the home you live in?
It’s a rebuild – done in 2008. (I moved into the house on 2011

4. Do you often wear shorts?
Not much. I have them, and used to wear them all the time when I was on holiday.

5. Today, in 1864, Nellie Bly was born (the pen name of Elizabeth Cochrane, an American journalist). An American journalist, she is widely known for her record-breaking trip around the world in 72 days in emulation of Jules Verne's fictional character Phileas Fogg. Have you read ‘Around The World in 80 Days’ or seen a film adaptation?
I have seen the film numerous times – it was one of Mum & Dad’s favourites.






Right, I shall try and catch up with you all as much as I can.

Life Continues!

Wednesday, April 30th, 2025 11:23 am
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Work continues ... and so does the sunshine!

I have also done some housework ... as well as having a shortish walk each day ... so all in all a good girl!

I can't believe May starts tomorrow - how can a third of the year have gone.

I am back in work later.  I was due to work till 7, but the lady who is due to cover my evening tomorrow asked for a swap.  That works out brilliantly, as I have just had a message from Tim & Claire suggesting we meet up this evening.  So, that's going to be a good afternoon & evening.  Hopefully I shall find out what's happening about their roof ... but if there's no news, it will just be good to meet up anyway.

So, I want to get on ... will try and catch up with you all tomorrow, but until then -






29. What’s the largest animal you’ve ever seen in person?

In a zoo, an elephant.
I have ridden horses, and also a camel.

30. In the UK, it’s the end of the school half-term holiday break. What did you do in the school holidays when you were at school?
We always went away for summer holidays … 2 or 3 small trips if we stayed in England, or when I was a teen we used to spend 3 or 4 weeks in Europe … either in a caravan, or a tent.
Christmas was always family at our house … but Easter was often Mum trying to get us all involved in getting the garden ready for the coming summer season.





Right ... I will be aroung more, soon, I promise x
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Yes - that's a real problem. Luckily I am not truly ill, but working afternoons & evenings means I am very tired ... so end up sleeping late most mornings.

Thus I have not been able to pop in and catch up with you all.

I worked yesterday, Good Friday ... not really a shift I wanted to do, but there was no one else ... so in the end worked. It went fairly smoothly, overall, and was amazingly un-busy.

Day off today - I went into Exeter this morning in the hope of doing one of the city walks, but I was the only one there, so it didn't go. Instead I popped into the Cathedral for a bit of a stroll ... and then did some shopping before heading back home in time for a late lunch. I will admit I caught the bus on both trips, as it's very cold here, which is not great for the asthma (see I do think ahead some times!!)

Anway, here are a few photos of the inside of the Cathedral - One special thing about this building is that it has the longest continuous medieval stone vault in the world. As there is no central tower, the vault can run all the way from the west wall of the nave to the Great East Window at the far end of the quire, a distance of approximately 96m (315ft).
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Hugh Courtney - 2nd Earl of Devon and his wife, 14th Century (3)

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It was nice to see an Easter garden



Well I really need to try and catch up witj comments, and what you have all been up to, as well.

I truly won't be around tomorrow, being a Sunday, so, I do want to wish you a

VERY HAPPY
EASTER


HALLELUJAH - JESUS IS ALIVE



So, here are the questions to catch back up to date ...


15. Have you a good sense of direction, or do you rely on maps/online navigation? When was the last time you got lost?
I prefer a map if I can ... that way I always feel more positive that I know where I am!

16. Today, in 1850, the French artist Madame Tussaud died. She is known for her wax sculptures of famous figures and for founding Madame Tussaud’s wax museum in London. Have you ever visited the London Wax Museum or any other wax museum worldwide? What did you think of the likenesses of the models?
I have been to London Madam Tussauds a couple of times.
However what I do like is when I am in a museum showng a period of history, the last one was a couple of years ago in The Netherlands where they had some amazing scenes of life during the German occupation of WWII, and of the invasion by the Allies. It really brings history alive.

17. It’s International Bat Appreciation Day – are there bats where you live? Have you ever seen one flying?
The Catacombs in Exeter are meant to have bats, but didn't see any when we visited.
I don't think I have ever seen one.

18. It’s International Jugglers Day! Have you ever tried to juggle?
No

19. It’s National Garlic Day – are you a fan?
Not all that much - OK if it's just a small amount added, but not something like garlic bread

20. Do you have a doorbell, a door knocker, or some other device that alerts you to people at the entrance to your home?
Doorbell



Wishing you all a very special Easter
x
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... The weather has turned overcast and cool!  In fact, you can also tell it will soon be "holiday" time, as apparently the rain is coming in soon!

However this norning I did go out to another local house ... a 16-sided place built in the late 1780's by 2 female cousins after they had done a "grand tour". (Photos to come)

I am not great at taking "me" time, but decided that I was going to be a good girl this morning ... yes, I have loads of housework to do, and that is still on the agenda. But it was nice to actually wander round A La Ronde by meysef, rather than with someone else.

On my way home I picked up a few groceries, and while I was cooking lunch I also made some cheese scones, so that makes me feel better about my laziness this morning.

Now I am going to sort photo, maybe make some icons ... and try and catch up with you all. I feel that I am so far behind at present. I overslept yesterday, so didn't even have time to pop in and say "Hi" ... so ....







11. When was the last time you lit a candle?
Christmas & New Year - it might have only been me, but I did have lit candles on the table, and around in the evening.

12. Do you like playing card games? Which is your favourite?
Yes
It used to be Solo Whist ... but in all honesty I haven't played seriously for ages. I still like playing solitaire with real cards, as well as on the computer.

13. Have you ever made yoghurt or kefir?

No!




Right, I am going to get this posted and try and catch up with you all (I hope)

Trying To Catch Up

Thursday, April 10th, 2025 11:25 am
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Yesterday I ended up spending most of the morning asleep. The chest infection is trying to fight back ... just wish I could actually get some treatment for it. However 100+ years ago I wouldn't even know that treatments were possible, so that's possibly why I find it frustrating.

Work went well yesterday, although I did have the supreme oddest conversation with someone ... I often think I have heard the oddest, but it would be hard to beat this one ........

I speak to people face to face, but also answer a phone, but in the hospital, also to the police & social services ... and to members of the general public.

External calls come via a switchboard and I answer the phone with Good morning/afternoon/evening, General Enquiries.

This was an external call who politely replied Good afternoon.

So I asked how could I help.

She said "Could you tell me the time, please?"

I said that it was one minute to six ... she replied "Thank you, very much" and hung up.


Huh!!!!!!!

So, so I think that this is one of the oddest calls I will ever make.

The joys of working with the general public ... can't be totally fascinating!

I am heading back into work later ... so wonder what the day will hold. It's a shorter shift, as I finish a couple of hours earlier, then going into Exeter to meet up with Tim & Claire, so it will be good to see them and catch up properly.

So, I want to get on ... so ...






9. Do you set an alarm on an alarm clock or a phone to get up in the morning?
An alarm clock on an old phone, that I keep for bits & Pieces like that.

10. Are you a minimalist or a maximalist regarding home décor?
I am a hoarder ... I love my family history & souvenirs.





Right, I have a few icons to post and then I am going to try and catch up with you all.
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And so the week is progressing ... and my infection is still around ... and work is beckoning this afternoon!

Wow, I bet you are glad that I am back on-line for such amazing updates from my corner of the world!

Work was busy yesterday, even though it was only 4 hours. Yet bizarrely the time wen really slowly. Normally if days are busy then the time flies, but yesterday was an odd one.

This afternoon I am back to a 6 hour shift. Different volunteers, but other than that work just potters along. Luckily I get on well with most of the volunteers, although there are a couple I am glad I don't see too often.

The weather is very overcast today, but I am hoping that the forecast for the weekend is correct. I actually have the time off, and really want to make the most of some free time, if I can.

But, for now -





3. If you live in the Northern Hemisphere, have you seen any Spring flowers yet? If you are in the Southern Hemisphere, what is nature doing where you live?

Spring flowers have been around for some time. I walk past a Magnolia on the way to work, and it is now fading rapidly!





Right, let's get caught up with your comments, and hopefully see what you have been up to
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Yes, as I said I had a really lovely time at Tim & Claire's party - and the main thing was, that they enjoyed themselves.   The food was OK, the atmosphere good, and everyone seemed to be able to relax and enjoy the evening.

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You can't see it, but those heels are very high.  I did take flat sandals as well (in case) having the lag injury, but the end I managed to survive the evening, and it hasn't flared up the problem!

The following day we met for a family brunch, so it was good to see everyone there, as well ... although many went back to Tim & Claire's I sadly had to work.

Over the last couple of weeks, I have certainly clocked up some hours at work, and picked up an infection, which flared up my asthma. Luckily I managed to see the doctor on Monday who has changed my asthma treatment which immediately calmed that down. Truly amazing. However she couldn't give me any treatment as I am still waiting for anti-biotic allergy testing, and until then there is not much that can be done for me. Still settling the asthma means I am finding it easier to cope with everything else.

I hope that you have all had a good time while I have been missing. I need to catch up with the questions, but as I am working soon, I really don't have much time to check up on you all ...








29. It’s International Mermaid Day – have you seen any films featuring mermaids?

Miranda ... not a surprise that Dad loved this film!

30. It’s the International Day of Zero Waste – have you noticed less plastic packaging when you’ve bought things recently? When did you last buy something with Polystyrene/Styrofoam packaging?
Some things seem to be better, but there's still a lot of things that could be even better.
Can't remember when I last battled Styrofoam.

31. What crafts do you enjoy?
Sewing, Knitting, Crochet

1. Have you ever been the victim of an April Fool’s Day joke? Do you remember any good stories that fooled the public back in the day (in the UK, they once fooled the public that spaghetti grew on trees!)?
Not that I can remember
Yes, back in the 1970's there used to be a few BBC documentaries, like the one about making carrots into perfect rectangles.

2. Do shops/stores have loyalty cards where you live which give you a better price on some items in their store? Have you got any loyalty cards you use regularly?

I always use them in regular shops I use .... as I was going to buy something there anyway, I might as well gain something at the end of the month/year





Right, I am going to get this posted , with apologies for the delay in getting back to you. Hopefully I will catch up with you all tomorrow

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I bouught some shoes to wear next weekend at Tim & Claire's party ... actually took a risk on eBay, and they fit really well.  If they hadn't, I would have just put them in the charity bag.  So far, so good.

However, as I mentioned in the questions a couple of days ago, I have to get the heel height adjusted on one of them.  Well I have been doing that for 40 years now.  If it's a pair of flat shoes I add a "cushion" to the left shoe ... if it has "proper" heels tyhen I take them in to shoe repairers.

However this morning that took some time ... as I had to agree that I was damaging the design of the shoe, that I was affecting the angle of the heel, that I was changing the whole design of the pair as a pair ... etc, etc.  He eventually agreed to do it, but said that he would not accept being sued for any problems.

Despite me saying I had done this for 40 years - it now becomes a risk assessment for the cobler. 

Anyway, the shoes are on at present, as I need to make sure I am not going to rub a blister next Saturday ... and to remind my body about heels. as at work I am always in flats.

So that was my stress for the day ... I hope!

Now I am going to get things sorted out, before heading back into work after lunch.  So, before I post this -









15. It’s Red Nose Day – a day to raise funds for those in need, particularly for ending poverty in children. Have you ever taken part in a Red Nose Day event? Have you ever bought a red nose to wear?

No - and No.

16. Do you regularly eat breakfast? What’s your favourite thing to eat?

I always, always eat breakfast
Normally it's cereal and a couple of cups of tea.
But I will admit the rare times I stay in a nice hotel then I do love a full English breakfast.
However, whatever I do, the day starts with a pint of cold water.





Right - hope you all enjoy your weekend

See you Monday x
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I had one of those days yesterday where I seemed busy, but when I looked back on it I couldn't remember what I had done!

I did have a nice chat to Auntie Mary, so that was good to catch up with her.  She may be 95, but we always end up laughing over something.

Today is meant to be warmer, but as it's overcast it doesn't feel like that at all.  At least it's not wondy, although being March it is something we should expect, isn't it?  After all -

March winds & April showers
Bring forth May flowers

I love a lot of these old folk laws ... and most of them are pretty trueful.  Mum used to say a lot of them, and Auntie Mary reminded me of that one yesterday when we were talking.

So as there is no news here, I won't bore you any further ... but get on with some icons.  Before then, I shall do the meme again.  As you can see there are 3 days, as I am working tomorrow, and then the following day is Sunday ... so ...








7. Do you regularly apply moisturising cream to your hands?

Not as often as I should!

8. When you are at work (or were at work if you no longer do so) is/was there a dress code?
When I was an osteopath we wore white dresses, then later I wore a white tunis and a skirt.
When I started nursing we were given blue scrubs, so if I get pulled into a clinic that's still the uniform.
Where I work on the Welcome Desk, it's black ... however I don't always wear full black. Tomorrow I plan to wear a black skirt, with a grey jumper. So I always wear smart clothing, nothing strappy in the summer, or garish colours etc.

9. Do you sleep well? How many hours would you say are ideal for you?

Ironically last night I was awake for a time during the night, but that's rare.
When I am ill it is usually about 11 hours, but on a normal day when I am doing OK, it's usually about 8.
I presume I do dream, but it's rare I remember what my dreams are about.








Right, see you Monday x
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Well, I did wonder if I would get here on Saturday, and obviously the answer was "no"!!

I ended up having a lazy morning, before heading into work, The shift went well, although slowly, as overall it was pretty un-busy.

Sunday, was a typical Sunday!

Yesterday Toni came round again in the morning for some more treatment. So it was good to see her again - and nice to know that she is slowly getting better. I will admit I just had a lazy, lazy afternoon!

Now it's Tuesday - and I still can't believe that January has been and gone. I do wonder what happened to it ... Did someone steal it while I wasn't looking?

now I am going to try and catch up with you all.

But I also want to catch up with all the memes first.

Week 6 – Feb 2 F is for FOLD

I did some washing yesterday and half is packed away. This half is folded just waitin for me to get the ironing done later.
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Right - I so need to get on -





1. Would you rather watch a sport or play a sport?
Neither!

2. It’s American author and TV cooking show host Ina Garten’s birthday (TV’s Barefoot Contessa), do you own many cookbooks?
I own loads, as did Mum which are now mine. I also have one that is pre WWI, and belonged to my Grandmother. That is amazing, with some fascinating recipes.

3. Have you changed your hairstyle much over the years? Have you ever had a disastrous hairstyle?
Same hairstyle, basically, since the age of 7 (with a slight attempt at growing my hair when I was 16-ish)

4. It’s Alice Cooper’s birthday – are you familiar with his music?
I started senior school in 1972, so, yes, that was the music of those years.






Right, let's see what you have all been doing while I have been missing!

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