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I did get down to the sea, before 9 am. An excellent coffee at the café. So lovely to hear the sound of the waves on the pebbles again. I haven't been down here for months. I walked on a bit further to look at the new sports hub, and café. Then sat for a while, observing these three women friends paddleboarding. Time to go…

'Meditations for Mortals' is on the UK Kindle store right now for 99p. I bought it. It never hurts to revisit wise ideas. 🤗 Don't know about the US site, but worth a look. At that price! I think I might walk down to the sea this morning as a moving meditation. 😊 Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx

I've looked again at my cupboard. I've read the instructions again. I've thought about it. That's as far as I've got. 🤣 It will get done. I'm thinking of doing my roots tomorrow. That would mean I could get another one in just before the cruise. It's not desperate at the moment, but the timing is right. I'm also trying to…

HAPPY BIRTHDAY KIM!!!!!! 😍💞🙂 We've had Edie here, painting, playing cricket, and choosing Crocs as a present from us for her birthday. I will have to get her size from her mum. I miss her already. Hoping I haven't got a return of the UTI. Drinking loads of water. Heather UK xxxxxxxx

This is where my stepdaughter lives. In the middle of all this. She is OK, but it is not over yet. 30 houses gone in her little village. One person dead, and many animals. For the future, who knows. The main source of money for the village is agriculture, especially the vineyards. All gone. Her sister visited twice or more…

ThIs is the fire that John's elder daughter is in the centre of. It is much more under control today, but she says the whole countryside is black. 55 square miles. Friends have lost their vineyards, which were the lifeblood of the village. She says the community rallied to support the firemen, bringing them food and drink,…

I wanted to get in a bit of walking today, so I thought I would amble round the charity shops in Hove. John said he would come with me! I didn't find anything for me, but we bought a navy Ben Sherman shirt for John , and another John Lewis one in a blue and white lawn fabric, which will be perfect for our cruise. Very…

Just heard from John's elder daughter who lives in the southwest of France. There are fires all round her village, and the planes are out spraying overhead. The far end of the village has burnt, and some animals and an old lady have died. She has no water right now. Scary. Smoke terrible. Of course, John is worried. Moving…

Forgot to say, in my cooking endeavours, I don't have to do the washing up, or clean up the kitchen. John does all that. So I can make a mess and not worry. Ready meals might look appealing if I had to wash up!!! I can just do the creative bits and let him do the hard work. He also makes the drinks, apart from the first…

Fritatta Heather UK xxxxxxxx

I've just typed 137 words on my phone which will be the start of my new book. 😃😛🙂 Phew! Hooray! The opening paragraph is about Scotch Eggs. 🤣 Heather, relieved in Hove UK xxxxxxxx

Lanette - People are always telling me what a good cook I am, but I don't think it has anything to do with cooking. Everything I do is super easy, and is normally completed in the ten minutes at the end of a quiz programme called 'Pointless ' that John and I watch together. That is just before 'House of Games' at 6 pm,…

Yet another example of why you should not eat ultra processed food. Yesterday, my cleaner asked me if I had always 'cooked from scratch', or only since I retired. I said 'always', but there were times, when I was on my own, that I did use pre-prepared food. John has been good for me, as he likes a real evening meal, with…

John got the antibiotics for me, while I prepped the duck and accompaniments. I feel a bit better already, but will have to take the second dose around 4.30 am. I'm often awake then. Yes, Lisa, you could be right. I put it down to a sleepless night, worrying about old age, but I had horrible lymphodema and a headache. Not…

Carol - Many congratulations on your granddaughter's achievement. A lot of talent, and even more hard work. Of course, now I've got another UTI. I wasn't able to drink enough water at the theatre yesterday, despite taking a small bottle with me. I knew it was risky, as I felt thirsty, but the pain didn't come on until…

Yesterday ended up being delightful. 🤩 I was so anxious about getting to Roedean because we are still in the throes of the Pride weekend, with all kinds of roads blocked off, including the seafront road in front of the pier that leads directly to the school. My son told me, in the morning, that he had room to take us over,…

Dr Katie - So well done on the weight loss! Slow and steady is the way to do it. Ginny - 💔💞 I decided a very, very long time ago that I couldn't take the pain of losing my beloved pets. I don't even have houseplants because I fear the attachment. You made the right choice for Kombu. I'm feeling weird and transitional. I've…

Allie - glad the table has gone to a good home. Those big pieces are gorgeous, but hard to find a space for. 💖 Ginny - so sorry about your cat. 😓 WELCOME to the newcomers! I am just coming up to 13 years on here! 😲 But please don't be put off. Just read and reply to one or two people, if you feel like it. Remember, we love…

Went to Brighton with John today. I needed to get out of my head. . . I'm finding myself talking to Allan. 😚 Yes, my son did remember Allan. That made me happy. I think we all need a witness. It was nice to just meander around a couple of shops with John. I was vaguely hoping to see a small oblong cushion for my bedroom…

Debbie - Love the magazines! Real treasures. My favourite era for style. I dreamt about Allan all night. Early this morning, I was dreaming I was telling my DDIL the story of how we met. My son did meet him in real life, as he visited me in our home at the time. I haven't told John yet about his death, though he does know…

I went out with Allan, for a very short time, when he was starting dating again after the death of his beloved wife. We hit it off and flared quickly, but he already knew the woman who was to become his second wife, and said I gave him the courage to give it a try with her. I was mildly put out, but glad he had met the…

Thunder, lightning, and pouring rain. First time in months! Spectacular! Lisa - So sorry about the vertigo. I'm amazed you can do the Epley manoeuvre by yourself. I always do it for John, and he is screaming and trembling. Then he wears a neck support for the rest of the day. It definitely works though. Got an email back…

I bought some lovely asters from the flower shop. They were one of my grandmother's favourite flowers. These are British grown (unusual) and very natural looking. It brought back memories of my grandmother and her garden. She used to teach me all the names of the flowers. Drizzly out. I made it home before the rain. John…

Very quiet here. I've been chatting with friends on the phone, and vicariously travelling around England through them. L has been to Winchester with her 80 year old sister, and G had a great time in Bath, and felt her relationship with her granddaughter was back to a good state. Much relief. Today we have schoolfriends…

Lisa - Once a writer, always a writer. So glad you're back at it. I'm still holding out, because, once I've started a new book .… I have to finish. My cupboard has arrived. Super heavy. Won't put it together today. Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx

Lisa - I'm so fascinated by what your writing project is. And envious. Today's triumph- ironing the purloined napkins, and my grandmother's tablecloth . I haven't ironed anything for years!!! Maybe my envy of Lisa will spur me into action. I emailed my ex for some information which I couldn't remember, but he hasn't…

Tracey - Love that old newspaper article and the photo. The men's butcher's caps are adorable! John bought Max one just like that. 😃 You are doing a great job with your archiving. Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx

OK , I've bought one. Cheap and cheerful, and I can always upgrade if something better turns up. Most importantly it is shallow, to fit into my alcove, and I can still get around the bed. Coming tomorrow. I think it will suit the room. Ever hopeful, Heather UK xxxxxxxx

Flea - Great work with the prison guys. So worthwhile. They will never forget you. 🤩 When I was young I taught 'Liberal/General Studies/Drama' to all kinds of people. I loved it. I had miners, craft apprentices, telephone engineers, Thames Lightermen, post office boys, and more. After initial resistance, they were so…

I made a little tour of the charity shops in Hove today. Mainly to get myself out of the house. A couple of glass vases caught my eye, but I didn't buy anything as I have so many. I'm looking out for something to fit into my shallow alcove in my bedroom. Some kind of art deco sideboard. They have them on Amazon, but I'm…