To see that Mawbe had posted a birthday message to me on Wednesday 4th August!
I had quite a few surprises that day!
When Mr P opened the front door to let Oliver Sprout in (he was rather a soggy moggy, his own fault for for going out in the rain. He does it because he likes being rubbed dry!)
But I digress. Mr P said "I think you'd better come and have a look. So being in an affable sort of mood, I did.
Well, you could have knocked me down with a Tena Lady wrapper!
There was a cluster of balloons with helium numbers 6 &3 attached, a rather small balloon arch (handy if you were expecting a visit from a troop of little people, which I believe is the correct term to use, and a good hostess should always be ready to cater for all types of guest. None arrived though.
) and a beautiful plant.
Later a friend arrived with a delicious apple and almond tray bake, complete with candles and sparklers! 
, then another friend with flowers and champagne!
I had lots of cards (more than usual) and Mr P cooked a delicious meal
It really was a fabulous birthday, which was great, because you see it will be my last.
I was diagnosed with terminal cancer back in mid December and despite the best efforts of all staff involved, the prognosis given during my last consultation in July, was that I had about 3 months 
I won't bore you with details of the various treatments I had, but will reassure you that I'm still pottering about and enjoying what I do.
Please don't inundate me with PM's. I would feel that I had to respond to each one,and my time and energy have to be used carefully these days (quite interesting planning ones own funeral though 
) but I will read any posts on this thread.
With love, and every good wish for a successful gammon at Christmas!
phoenix
xxxxw
So glad you had such a lovely birthday. It’s sounds delightful.
It’s lovely to know you are pottering and enjoying what you do.
Wishing you good things every day x
Hello Ladies (and others ,).
I just love the idea of you all dancing to Pata Pata with my bearers!
I can get "someone" to post the day and time (once known) but hopefully not for sometime yet!
In all fairness to Mr P, (and there's a phrase you don't see very often!) Charleygirl point 1. He is an engineer. Point 2. I had been moaning about that toilet seat for ages!
It was like riding a bucking bronco! 
If it wasn't trying to throw you off the side, then it was slamming the lid into your back!
So, he being a practical sort of chap, bought me a new one. I didn't expect it gift wrapped though
Glad you enjoyed your Birthday, and very saddened to hear your news.
I've had a thought!
There's a bit of an "event" planned for this Sunday, weather permitting. If any of you live within travelling distance of here (and I know at least one of you does ) please pm me and I will send you an invitation with some further information.
If you're not sure if you are within travelling distance we are in North Devon, between Holsworthy and Torrington, postcode area EX21
phoenix
I've had a thought!
There's a bit of an "event" planned for this Sunday, weather permitting. If any of you live within travelling distance of here (and I know at least one of you does
If you're not sure if you are within travelling distance we are in North Devon, between Holsworthy and Torrington, postcode area EX21
What a lovely thought. Sadly it would take me about 6 hours ! Hope the event is fun.
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