Hello everyone
It's bedtime really - well it is for those of us who woke at 4 this morning and never went back to sleep. What a night. The wind and rain was lashing at the house, the noise was incredible. The wind continued today and everything "outside" has been extra hard, in spite of the sunshine. My hair looks like I may have got caught in the tide and then dragged up the beach. I'm not at all vain - just like to see where I'm going. However, Monday I shall have a proper haircut and some TLC from my lovely Hairdresser, so I'm looking forward to that.
I have been very busy because I have been going out!!! Hooray! Well just a little. It makes a nice change and if I try very very hard not to get cross with those who transgress and try to break the rules and care nothing for others, I shall get back into the swing of it, I think.
I have been helping a dear friend in England who has been badly let down by the Health Service and probably her GP Surgery also. She is on her own, never makes a fuss and has been worried sick by some bad news she received in January but about which nothing has been done ever since. So she is literally still sitting - often thinking and unable to discuss the what-ifs and why's with anyone who should be able to explain everything to her. Anyway I've received such kindness and advice and help from some of the Good Morning gang, I've been thrilled that lovely people do exist and I've managed to talk to some of them.
Best say nothing at all about little Henry's (UN)caring team - Susan. I feel it might seem unnecessary, but sometimes if you are able to pull some rank and cut a swathe through all the nonsense by using your professional title, just do it. Again, those who make the most noise are usually the ones who get results in all of this and your DD has been too quiet for too long.
dragonfly that little bear! Dexter really has the sweetest Teddy Bear look. Do hope he is feeling lots better and more settled at home now. Hoping and praying that you will be another one who will rise up and create havoc if there is the slightest chance that your appointment is cancelled. Fingers, toes and everything crossed - you really need your time with the Oncologist now.
puzzler beautiful flowers and Doodle and Galen since you appear to be in charge of catering, I will promise Chocolate Amaretto cake tomorrow. Don't work too hard.
Sounds like you've had wild weather, Lins - just right for staying in and making more cake!
Izabella what a lovely face, that dear man. Hope he had the most wonderful birthday and a chance to spoil himself for a change. You can see in his face that he would be the most wonderful carer for you. I'd forgive that face all and any crumbs !! Some people just have that kindness in their look, don't they.
Dreamkeeper dear, you must be entitled to a little party now and again. Hope your high tea touched the spot and you both - in spite of a bit of a drought - are still managing some exercise and looking forward to your beach sightseeing soon. Every home does have one - or more, sometimes - when we think of large and loud and pushy ladies with or without their own Power chairs! Maybe it's a case of more haste less speed if she wants to avoid a tumble or two in future, or perhaps she needs to find a home near Brands Hatch? Hope you and Mr D are not too fragile or tired of late and life is looking brighter.
charleygirl, think you're a bit like me. Don't suffer fools gladly. You and I would both have signed a letter complaining about little Henry's treatment, I'm sure. No need to be asked twice.
Soop dear. What a calamitous time you're having. I am always so respectful of machinery, technology, anything that needs careful handling in order to work properly and be reliable. BUT the moment it lets me down and then keeps on doing it, I'm afraid I go a bit bonkers. I have absolutely no time for things which don't work properly and less patience than you. From our little corner study in our house in the fields of Normandy, each time technology let us down, you would hear first my footsteps clattering past my patient and concentrating DH and then my voice saying "oh, just throw it in the lake". We did have a lake and I would have done it if ever left to my own devices. Sometimes you just have to coax things along because, like us, they are not getting any younger; but why do they always break when you need them most? Wishing you a much better day tomorrow and the hope that you are not "on the Gin" before lunchtime......but just chilled and in control and totally in charge again.
I've caught up I think, except to say that I hope young Cherry is not having too many troubles. You worry us, Cherry. Please promise that you are taking care of yourself.
Until tomorrow, chaps ! 
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