A wood and two roads

Hi, Where to start this one? Shall we being with saying I’ve nothing to grumble about? I think that might be a good start 😉 Mostly on my Tod July is nearly over and we’re into the merry month of August. I am hoping the latter brings cooler days. It is also exam results soon and fingers crossed Child 2.0 gets what he needs for the uni he wants to go to. He really worked his socks off, bless him. As distraction and also to use up some holiday, the Ever Lovely Mrs J took him out for a midweek roadtrip. Lots of castles and historic places, which is exactly Child 2.0’s bag. With the temperature climbing again into the […]

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The Tide

Hi, Ah, what to write about today eh, dear reader? Well, it’s not going to be the news because I’m still not reading it. 😐 Apparently there’s been some sports thing involving lots of running about and a ball. I know that doesn’t narrow things down because a lot of sport seems to do with one or both of those requirements. Okay, except archery or shooting, but I find it wise not to rib folk who can assassinate you at a distance. 😉 Umm, not that anyone who excels at such a sport would do such a thing. They’re very lovely people! 😁 Okay, so flippancy aside… Oh, and I was going to call this ratcheting, but apparently that – […]

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Under bricks

Hi, Hello Friday, you welcome guest, you. Ah, the joys of a slow walk in the cool summer air, and the gift of not having to rush anywhere. Instead, I can take it steady, enjoy an iced coffee, and think about what waffle to put in here. Hmmm. Waffles. 🧇🐷 Returns and keepers Now, anyone who’s donned shapewear will know that there’s a bit of an issue around answering the call of nature. Generally this isn’t an issue for me at Chams, because the evening isn’t that long. But, with the hopes of going out & about, I find it’s a good thing to plan ahead. You know, just in case your body wants to surprise you. Hey! Yeah you. […]

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Serendipity, I guess

Hi, As I write this, I’m sat on the dog sofa* enjoying the cooling breeze from the garden. No bifold doors as we’re old school. The sun is mostly behind the high trees from the neighbour uphill, so it’s an absolute joy to enjoy the greenery, birdsong, and slow time. ( * If you have hounds, technically all sofas become dog sofas 😉 ) Under one of the hedges, a blackbird is flicking the fallen leaves around, looking for insects. I do need to get around to trimming the brambles that have built up, but that’s not a hot weather job. I’ll absolutely need some sturdy protection against those thorns. The washing is already done and hung up in the […]

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The time between

Hi, I was going to start off by making a wisecrack about being a genderfluid person who’s been struck in one gender for too long. However, it feels a bit meh, given there are many folk who get significantly less freedom than I do. So – and despite me showing said quip, I think it’s better to count my blessings and enjoy what I have. For a start, this week’s been pretty good and the cooler – but still summery – weather has been very pleasant. Child 2.0 continues to sort out the red tape around higher education, and he’s enjoying a very laid back long break. He’s certainly earned it, after all the exams and coursework. Friday Give or […]

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