On Wednesday night Georgina called me with the saddest news: the death of Liam Payne from 1Direction. Georgina has been a fan from 2011 and beyond their hiatus in 2016. Five young men of similar age to her, she met them in March 2011 and again in March 2012. We followed their journey to stardomContinue reading “Tragedy: a very sad event or situation, especially one involving death or suffering”
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September gone in a flash
Where is this year going? September has gone so quickly. Lots of photos of Ramsay, time with River after his holiday. Walks with Georgina and Ralph. A trip to Warwickshire for pram shopping. Shoe shopping for the Camino walk next year. I’ve set myself a few little projects to complete, and I want to spendContinue reading “September gone in a flash”
Scotland bound
After a busy few days we made the trip to Scotland on Thursday for my cousin Brian’s funeral. He was only 63, always a part of my life. I remember spending so much of my childhood with him and his siblings. Those bonds with all my cousins remain today. In adult years with marriage andContinue reading “Scotland bound”
August 2024
These past 3 weeks have been busy. Busy prepping for a mini family celebration. Busy catching up with Amanda, Drew and Ramsay Busy having Mum stay Busy looking forward to doing Christmas by the end of October Busy planning what to do in Morocco Busy keeping most of November and December free We’ve also hadContinue reading “August 2024”
Another grandchild, Australia and August.
I can’t believe that by the end of this year we will be the proud grandparents to 3 grandchildren. Georgina is expecting a baby in December. She told us on her birthday, but waited until twelve weeks to announce it fully. We are beyond thrilled and excited for her and her partner. She will beContinue reading “Another grandchild, Australia and August.”
Welcome to the world
These last few days have been a whirlwind. We’ve had three family birthdays ( our eldest son, mine and a great nephew’s) and our grandson decided to make his much anticipated appearance early on the 2nd July. A very early morning message and then a call told us the news ‘ we’ve got a baby’.Continue reading “Welcome to the world”
A day to remember
Going to watch a game of cricket yesterday I remembered that it was 43 years ago that I watched a match for the first time, and met Kevin’s family. It was daunting to meet so many new people, which I marvel at I just did it, as I must have been so nervous. I’d neverContinue reading “A day to remember”
Bank holidays
Do you like them or loathe them? Are they a chance to catch up with chores, family or friends? Just spend at home or venture further afield? I loathe them, perhaps because I think we should do something rather than stay in, especially in retirement. So today I took myself off for a walk toContinue reading “Bank holidays”
Last day of our amazing adventure
We arrived in Buenos Aires, and even though our hotel was a few minutes from the Port it took over an hour to locate the passengers to make the short journey. Once ensconced in the hotel Emperador we sat outside in the warm sun and enjoyed lunch and drinks. Kevin and I went for aContinue reading “Last day of our amazing adventure”
The last few days
We spent two days at sea, filled with many activities, Viv and I even turned our hand at making towel animals. It was hilarious. Next time we have overnight guests I’ll be having a bash. 😂😂 There was a visit to the bridge, which was very interesting and informative. We learnt a little about hybridContinue reading “The last few days”
April Fools Day in Puerto Madryn
We arrived in this port, and were able to disembark using the gangway. We had a 3 hour walking tour around the town, although as it was Easter Monday the Welsh tea shop was closed, so that was a little disappointing. The town was founded on 28 July 1865, when 150 welsh immigrants arrived aboardContinue reading “April Fools Day in Puerto Madryn”
Easter Sunday at Sea
As we make our way up to Puerto Madryn it’s Easter Sunday. We have in our room chocolate half eggs, filled with sweet treats, blown eggshell painting in the science area and we had booked the Lindstrom restaurant for dinner. What an absolute treat, this was fine dining, and with the most amazing sunset too.Continue reading “Easter Sunday at Sea”
Weather not permitting and New Island
Overnight with the weather being less kind, the captain and crew made their way to Carcass Island . The wind and swell made it too hard even for the tenders to get to land, so we moved on to try to land at West Point, again no joy, so we cruised around and were offeredContinue reading “Weather not permitting and New Island”
To the Falklands
Two days at sea after our amazing five days in Antarctica. Travelling across the Scotia Sea, with conditions due to change, for this time of year, still relatively easy. I did wear my sea sickness bands though. The crew are adept at providing activities and lectures which helps pass the time. With specialists on boardContinue reading “To the Falklands”
My little life 