It was a lovely autumn morning, with a bit of a nip in the air when I was out walking Totty.
A man came round to quote for cleaning the windows which are looking a mess and I can't clean them as they are not like English windows and only open a little way. He has quoted $45 which I think is good so he is coming on Tuesday to do them. I will have to get the insides cleaned on Monday so they are all done.
I then went off to the Red Cross and we had a very busy morning. We have lots of children's clothes in now but not many for adults as the container coming from Australia is late arriving. I did manage to find a nice pair of cropped trousers for $6 and then with my discount they cost $4.50 amazing! They are an end of line and new and really nice.
I then went up to Greerton for my second golf lesson. There was a tournament on and so it was very busy. There were some top class players and the TV cameras were there and we had to be quiet when they were teeing off but all very interesting to be 'in' on the match and to see top players. The lesson was good and we did chipping this week. I do find my back aches bending over and my grip is too tight, I need to relax. It was really hot standing out in full sun today.
Got back and had a late lunch and then took Totty out for a walk.
Jon was fumigating a shop today as he wanted to see how it was done. He took some photos and said it was very interesting.
We had our fish and chips tonight and I drank tonic as I really didn't like the red wine when I tried it.
WEATHER
Cooler this morning but very hot later on in the day.
Friday, 30 April 2010
Thursday, 29 April 2010
A lovely walk on the beach
Took Totty down to the beach this morning and when I got to the car park it was nearly full but there were only two people on the beach the rest were surfers in the water. I think they must all text each other when the surf is up and then head to the beach. Not sure what happens about work!
It was lovely on the beach and Totty enjoyed her digging for shells and made lots of holes.
Got back and then went for a coffee and then to do my shopping. I don't know where the time went as I only got back in time for Jon coming home and was still bringing the shopping in from the car!
Had a nice afternoon and read my book and nothing else, how lazy is that! Took Totty out for her walk. i am going to have to get out earlier as it is getting dark about 6.00 now.
Cooked some nice pork loin steaks for dinner and we had them with big Portobello mushrooms cooked in the oven with blue cheese and they were very tasty.
I had some wine tonight and I didn't itch so that is good but I didn't much enjoy the wine and wished I hadn't had it. This could be the end of my drinking days!
It is very hard being here and not able to speak to my sister easily and she is having such a difficult time with her husband who is so ill. All communication is through email and Facebook which seems so odd but at least I don't have to wait for letters to arrive.
WEATHER
Bright sunshine all day and so warm again.
It was lovely on the beach and Totty enjoyed her digging for shells and made lots of holes.
Got back and then went for a coffee and then to do my shopping. I don't know where the time went as I only got back in time for Jon coming home and was still bringing the shopping in from the car!
Had a nice afternoon and read my book and nothing else, how lazy is that! Took Totty out for her walk. i am going to have to get out earlier as it is getting dark about 6.00 now.
Cooked some nice pork loin steaks for dinner and we had them with big Portobello mushrooms cooked in the oven with blue cheese and they were very tasty.
I had some wine tonight and I didn't itch so that is good but I didn't much enjoy the wine and wished I hadn't had it. This could be the end of my drinking days!
It is very hard being here and not able to speak to my sister easily and she is having such a difficult time with her husband who is so ill. All communication is through email and Facebook which seems so odd but at least I don't have to wait for letters to arrive.
WEATHER
Bright sunshine all day and so warm again.
Wednesday, 28 April 2010
A trip to the cinema
I like this rain overnight and sun during the day!
The water at the pool this morning was really too hot for exercise it was 34.6 and with the sun shining we were all really hot and he made us work so hard. I suggested he get in one week and try it but he said it is too hard!
I drove home along the ocean road and stopped for a coffee. The ocean was lovely with lots of surf.
Got back and did some ironing and then Jon came home for lunch and then I did more ironing, I don't know where it all comes from.
Didn't have to make any dinner as we went out for a pizza before going to see Nowhere Boy, the film about John Lenon. The pizza, as it usually is at this cafe, was really good. We didn't have pudding there as they are not so good. We got to the cinema and had an ice cream before going in. There were only four of us in the cinema, two other Brits and us! I don't know how they make a living in that cinema. It is the small one where they put all the arty films on and the ones with sub titles.
Left the cinema at 9.40 and we were home by 9.55!
WEATHER
Beautiful blue sky and really warm after some really heavy rain overnight.
The water at the pool this morning was really too hot for exercise it was 34.6 and with the sun shining we were all really hot and he made us work so hard. I suggested he get in one week and try it but he said it is too hard!
I drove home along the ocean road and stopped for a coffee. The ocean was lovely with lots of surf.
Got back and did some ironing and then Jon came home for lunch and then I did more ironing, I don't know where it all comes from.
Didn't have to make any dinner as we went out for a pizza before going to see Nowhere Boy, the film about John Lenon. The pizza, as it usually is at this cafe, was really good. We didn't have pudding there as they are not so good. We got to the cinema and had an ice cream before going in. There were only four of us in the cinema, two other Brits and us! I don't know how they make a living in that cinema. It is the small one where they put all the arty films on and the ones with sub titles.
Left the cinema at 9.40 and we were home by 9.55!
WEATHER
Beautiful blue sky and really warm after some really heavy rain overnight.
Tuesday, 27 April 2010
Some decent rain at last!
It rained very hard last night and woke me up, it's a long time since that happened. I had nearly forgotten how noisy the rain on the roof is!
Took Tot out for her walk but she is getting slower and when I am in a hurry to get off to a class it drives me mad, bless her!
The class, as usual, was very good and we all said our goodbyes to Roz who leaves us to go back to Anglesey for six months. She flies to Manchester via Singapore but this time due to the ash she has to stop in Munich also which is a pain and adds to the already long journey. I will miss her at the class as we always have a chat with coffee afterwards. Still she will be back before we know it.
Went straight home after class and put the colour on my hair. I only have four more applications and then not sure what I am going to do, get the girls to send some over or try the ONE they have here! They have lots of permanent but only the one semi, but I have four months to think about it!
I went to Lions dinner meeting tonight. The meal was the usual and the talk was of the Bride Show which everyone was pleased about. The speaker was from Avalon which is a centre for mentally and physically handicapped people. It is a bit like a day centre for them but they get paid for the work they do. They make trellis and do sewing and have a big post room and take work from local companies and get paid for it. We are probably going to give them a donation from our funds.
We got home safely even though we did have a bit of a near miss with a tanker at the traffic lights that Jean didn't see where on red! I really am going to have to say I will drive myself and Janice as it is too nerve wracking.
WEATHER
Very heavy rain overnight and cloudy this morning. Sun came out and it was warm but more showers in the evening.
Took Tot out for her walk but she is getting slower and when I am in a hurry to get off to a class it drives me mad, bless her!
The class, as usual, was very good and we all said our goodbyes to Roz who leaves us to go back to Anglesey for six months. She flies to Manchester via Singapore but this time due to the ash she has to stop in Munich also which is a pain and adds to the already long journey. I will miss her at the class as we always have a chat with coffee afterwards. Still she will be back before we know it.
Went straight home after class and put the colour on my hair. I only have four more applications and then not sure what I am going to do, get the girls to send some over or try the ONE they have here! They have lots of permanent but only the one semi, but I have four months to think about it!
I went to Lions dinner meeting tonight. The meal was the usual and the talk was of the Bride Show which everyone was pleased about. The speaker was from Avalon which is a centre for mentally and physically handicapped people. It is a bit like a day centre for them but they get paid for the work they do. They make trellis and do sewing and have a big post room and take work from local companies and get paid for it. We are probably going to give them a donation from our funds.
We got home safely even though we did have a bit of a near miss with a tanker at the traffic lights that Jean didn't see where on red! I really am going to have to say I will drive myself and Janice as it is too nerve wracking.
WEATHER
Very heavy rain overnight and cloudy this morning. Sun came out and it was warm but more showers in the evening.
Monday, 26 April 2010
Housework Monday again!
After getting up very early so that I could phone Sonia which I did and had a nice chat to her, I also managed to chat to Heather and Jane and all before taking Totty out!
When I got back I made a start on my housework and then had a call from the hospital to say that Les had had her op and was ready to go home so I went to collect her. We went into town for a coffee and then I took her home and told her to rest but I am sure she won't!
When I got back I carried on with the housework and before I knew it Jon was home for lunch!
Finished the housework after lunch and did some ironing and then took Totty out. She seems to be getting very slow on her walks and is having trouble jumping up onto the settee to get on her bed. I think I will start giving her olive oil to see if it helps her joints.
Jon went to the gym after work so was late home. I had bought some smoked fish and made a pie and it was very good and I will certainly buy it again.
WEATHER
Cooler and quite cloudy first thing but warm and sunny. A shower at bedtime.
When I got back I made a start on my housework and then had a call from the hospital to say that Les had had her op and was ready to go home so I went to collect her. We went into town for a coffee and then I took her home and told her to rest but I am sure she won't!
When I got back I carried on with the housework and before I knew it Jon was home for lunch!
Finished the housework after lunch and did some ironing and then took Totty out. She seems to be getting very slow on her walks and is having trouble jumping up onto the settee to get on her bed. I think I will start giving her olive oil to see if it helps her joints.
Jon went to the gym after work so was late home. I had bought some smoked fish and made a pie and it was very good and I will certainly buy it again.
WEATHER
Cooler and quite cloudy first thing but warm and sunny. A shower at bedtime.
Sunday, 25 April 2010
Anzac Day
We took Totty out for a walk this morning but she is getting very slow and I can't walk as fast as I used to with her.
When we got back Jon started to read through Heather's work and as it was Anzac Day nothing was open till 1.00 so we couldn't go out for coffee and had to have a cup of instant!
I did some washing and then read my book as I was near the end and it was very good.
We had lunch and Jon was still reading!
After lunch Jon went out for a swimming lesson and I started a new book - I love all this time to read.
I bathed the dog and did a flea treatment on her and then went back to reading.
I made a tiramisu, coffee this time, for dinner tonight and then prepared the dinner - lamb chops wrapped in bacon with sage and a green bean and courgette salad and it was very nice. I had some wine tonight and my feet only itched a little bit!
After watching TV I phoned Mary and had a chat to her but not for long as Kathryn's in laws were coming up for lunch so she was busy.
WEATHER
Really warm and sunny again. I really don't want this lovely weather to end
When we got back Jon started to read through Heather's work and as it was Anzac Day nothing was open till 1.00 so we couldn't go out for coffee and had to have a cup of instant!
I did some washing and then read my book as I was near the end and it was very good.
We had lunch and Jon was still reading!
After lunch Jon went out for a swimming lesson and I started a new book - I love all this time to read.
I bathed the dog and did a flea treatment on her and then went back to reading.
I made a tiramisu, coffee this time, for dinner tonight and then prepared the dinner - lamb chops wrapped in bacon with sage and a green bean and courgette salad and it was very nice. I had some wine tonight and my feet only itched a little bit!
After watching TV I phoned Mary and had a chat to her but not for long as Kathryn's in laws were coming up for lunch so she was busy.
WEATHER
Really warm and sunny again. I really don't want this lovely weather to end
Saturday Bride of the year Show
We took Totty down to Rotary Park and had a look at the new wall. The water was eroding the bank where the wall ended and so they have continued the wall along and are making a very good job of it, putting rock slips on the front and they have put steps down to get into the water. It isn't finished yet but will look very good when it is.
Elizabeth called me last night to ask if I could pick up some flowers for the brides from a florist in Papamoa. We went over to a garden centre near Papamoa for coffee first and then had a look around the shop which sold, apart from plants and gardening things, children's clothes, jewellery and NZ cosmetics (made with lanolin, honey, kiwi fruit and Rotorua mud) and lots of other little bits for the house a really lovely gift shop and they also do picture framing all a bit of an odd combination but very interesting. We bought some peanuts with black pepper, some Mexican vanilla essence and because everything had 30% off O bought the lanolin hand cream and body lotion. I have liked this lanolin cream since we arrived here but only ever bought it for presents and every time I go into a shop that sells it I have a try and the smell lasts all day so I am very pleased I have my own now. We did really well with what we payed as the lady gave us 30% off everything and we think the prices on the labels had already been reduced but she said not so who are we to argue.
We then went to get the flowers. I took Heather to the Papamoa shopping centre when she was here and we found it to be quite small and I felt a bit sorry for the people of Papamoa. However, we had only been to half of it and my directions to the florist shop took us to another big area with lots of shops - Heather would have loved it! The flowers were really pretty. One bouquet was old fashioned roses with heather and the other white roses with an arrangement of big, wide, green and the lady did them as her donation to our fundraising.
We set off home and decided to go through Papamoa, we usually bypass it on the state highway. I can understand why so many Brits live down there it is just like a big housing estate although some of the houses are very nice. I have been told by a few people not to consider living there as it gets very windy down by the ocean and if, god forbid, there ever was a tsunami it would be washed away! We got a bit lost but managed to find our way out and popped into Bayfair to buy some sushi for lunch on our way home.
We didn't have long to eat it as we had to be down at the Tauranga Boys College to decorate the stage. When we arrived we got stuck in but it was a bit chaotic. Elizabeth had said I was in charge of the decorations but it was pretty bit task and so many ladies who all had their own idea as to how it should be done! Anyway we all pulled together and with two big arches to cover in ivy and lots of pot plants to be placed it all took shape and was eventually finished. I left to come home when they were still rehearsing. Only 87 tickets have been sold which is not as many as we would have liked.
I got back and Jon had gone to the gym and I set to to make a Thai lamb curry for dinner. Jon got back and took Tot out while I had a shower and got ready. After a few spoon fulls of curry I was back to the college for 6.30. Everywhere looked good and they had displayed three very old wedding gowns from 1930/40s and the stage looked good. My job was to be on the door with a lady called Colleen. Coleen plays golf at the Tauranga club where I had my lesson so we had a nice chat about golf!!!
People started to come in and we had to take the tickets and hand out programmes. We had 24 who payed at the door so all in all we did OK. I went in and sat with some of the other ladies on a seat I had reserved near the front so had a good view. Elizabeth had told me that there was a 'spot prize' hidden in one of the bags and due to the empty seats I was getting worried that it would be in one of the goody bags on the unoccupied seats. I knew it was going to be a nice prize as it was donated by Kairapiro Lodge Hotel who had also donated the main prize of a two night stay for two including wine and breakfast. The show went very well. I thought the music played by the girls college, although very good, was a little too serious for the occasion but they did it for free and they were very good.
The first brides were ladies who were married in the last year and some of the dresses were really beautiful. The second half was with ladies who had married a few years ago and some over 50 years ago and the dresses worn by granddaughters. Some were really lovely and in very good condition. I liked the one from 1953 which was strapless, very daring for the time and had a little bolero to go with it.
We had one winner chosen by the audience and one from the judges and one second prize which was a weekend in a very nice hotel here in Tauranga. So all in all a very good night after months of planning and a lot of headaches for Elizabeth our fundraising chairman.
After the show we had to clear up everything as the college was holding an Anzac Day service on Sunday morning so all the plants, balloons, bows and arches had to be dismantled but it took a lot less time to take down than put up!!!
When I got home Jon had a call from Kirsty and he had also been speaking to Heather about her dissertation which he is reading through for her.
I gave Kirsty a call to wish her a happy birthday and she sounded well. James has bought her a zoo keeper for a day present at Colchester zoo so she is very pleased with that. Our card and present hasn't arrived but I knew it was going to be late due to the flight ban. I just hope it does eventually get there.
I tried to call Mary but she had just gone out to the shops so I had a chat to Kathryn and I will try again tomorrow.
And then I went to bed very tired but glad it was over and went well.
WEATHER
Cool first thing and then warm and sunny and 22 again.
Elizabeth called me last night to ask if I could pick up some flowers for the brides from a florist in Papamoa. We went over to a garden centre near Papamoa for coffee first and then had a look around the shop which sold, apart from plants and gardening things, children's clothes, jewellery and NZ cosmetics (made with lanolin, honey, kiwi fruit and Rotorua mud) and lots of other little bits for the house a really lovely gift shop and they also do picture framing all a bit of an odd combination but very interesting. We bought some peanuts with black pepper, some Mexican vanilla essence and because everything had 30% off O bought the lanolin hand cream and body lotion. I have liked this lanolin cream since we arrived here but only ever bought it for presents and every time I go into a shop that sells it I have a try and the smell lasts all day so I am very pleased I have my own now. We did really well with what we payed as the lady gave us 30% off everything and we think the prices on the labels had already been reduced but she said not so who are we to argue.
We then went to get the flowers. I took Heather to the Papamoa shopping centre when she was here and we found it to be quite small and I felt a bit sorry for the people of Papamoa. However, we had only been to half of it and my directions to the florist shop took us to another big area with lots of shops - Heather would have loved it! The flowers were really pretty. One bouquet was old fashioned roses with heather and the other white roses with an arrangement of big, wide, green and the lady did them as her donation to our fundraising.
We set off home and decided to go through Papamoa, we usually bypass it on the state highway. I can understand why so many Brits live down there it is just like a big housing estate although some of the houses are very nice. I have been told by a few people not to consider living there as it gets very windy down by the ocean and if, god forbid, there ever was a tsunami it would be washed away! We got a bit lost but managed to find our way out and popped into Bayfair to buy some sushi for lunch on our way home.
We didn't have long to eat it as we had to be down at the Tauranga Boys College to decorate the stage. When we arrived we got stuck in but it was a bit chaotic. Elizabeth had said I was in charge of the decorations but it was pretty bit task and so many ladies who all had their own idea as to how it should be done! Anyway we all pulled together and with two big arches to cover in ivy and lots of pot plants to be placed it all took shape and was eventually finished. I left to come home when they were still rehearsing. Only 87 tickets have been sold which is not as many as we would have liked.
I got back and Jon had gone to the gym and I set to to make a Thai lamb curry for dinner. Jon got back and took Tot out while I had a shower and got ready. After a few spoon fulls of curry I was back to the college for 6.30. Everywhere looked good and they had displayed three very old wedding gowns from 1930/40s and the stage looked good. My job was to be on the door with a lady called Colleen. Coleen plays golf at the Tauranga club where I had my lesson so we had a nice chat about golf!!!
People started to come in and we had to take the tickets and hand out programmes. We had 24 who payed at the door so all in all we did OK. I went in and sat with some of the other ladies on a seat I had reserved near the front so had a good view. Elizabeth had told me that there was a 'spot prize' hidden in one of the bags and due to the empty seats I was getting worried that it would be in one of the goody bags on the unoccupied seats. I knew it was going to be a nice prize as it was donated by Kairapiro Lodge Hotel who had also donated the main prize of a two night stay for two including wine and breakfast. The show went very well. I thought the music played by the girls college, although very good, was a little too serious for the occasion but they did it for free and they were very good.
The first brides were ladies who were married in the last year and some of the dresses were really beautiful. The second half was with ladies who had married a few years ago and some over 50 years ago and the dresses worn by granddaughters. Some were really lovely and in very good condition. I liked the one from 1953 which was strapless, very daring for the time and had a little bolero to go with it.
We had one winner chosen by the audience and one from the judges and one second prize which was a weekend in a very nice hotel here in Tauranga. So all in all a very good night after months of planning and a lot of headaches for Elizabeth our fundraising chairman.
After the show we had to clear up everything as the college was holding an Anzac Day service on Sunday morning so all the plants, balloons, bows and arches had to be dismantled but it took a lot less time to take down than put up!!!
When I got home Jon had a call from Kirsty and he had also been speaking to Heather about her dissertation which he is reading through for her.
I gave Kirsty a call to wish her a happy birthday and she sounded well. James has bought her a zoo keeper for a day present at Colchester zoo so she is very pleased with that. Our card and present hasn't arrived but I knew it was going to be late due to the flight ban. I just hope it does eventually get there.
I tried to call Mary but she had just gone out to the shops so I had a chat to Kathryn and I will try again tomorrow.
And then I went to bed very tired but glad it was over and went well.
WEATHER
Cool first thing and then warm and sunny and 22 again.
Friday, 23 April 2010
Golf Lessons again
It was a very busy morning at the Red Cross again today and as Sue was off ill Les and I were on our own. It was a nice morning though and we still managed to have our coffee.
I had brought a sandwich with me as I needed to go straight to my golf lesson so ate that up in our little room at about 12.15 and then got changed and left the shop at about 12.45.
I arrived at the golf club and met my group of ten other ladies. Some have never played golf, a few are like me and have had a few lessons and there are two who played 25 years ago and want to get back to it. One lady, Clair, is English and not been here long but we didn't get a chance to talk as we were straight into the lesson. The teacher is about 22 and a very nice girl. We did putting today and she had set out all sorts of 'aids' to help us. I thought the class was 2 hours but it was only one followed by another group which I am glad I am not in as there are about 16 of them and an hour was probably enough. I really enjoyed the class and look forward to next week's class which is chipping.
I got home and had a much needed cup of tea and then set to to make more bows for tomorrow.
Jon was due to go swimming but arrived home as I was getting back with Totty from our walk. He wanted to read Heather's dissertation as she needs to have it in by Monday and she asked us to read it through. He managed a good part of it and will do the rest tomorrow.
We had our fish and chips which was very nice. I made myself a glass of lemon, lime and bitters when Jon went to get the dinner. When he came back and we sat at the table he looked in my glass and asked what was on the straw. When I looked there was some horrible goo on it. When I looked at the bottle of lime it was mouldy and I had been drinking it!!!! I didn't think lime juice went off. I might have been better off with a glass of wine and put up with the itching now I am worried I am going to be ill through the night!
So far there have been 82 tickets sold for the show tomorrow so hopefully we will get some door sales and get it up to 100. Elizabeth called and asked me to pick up two lots of flowers tomorrow from Papamoa which we can do when we go out for coffee.
I had called Bronwyn and left her a message to tell her they had some jeans in her daughter's size. She called me to say she had bought two pairs for her daughter and one pair for herself and was very happy with them and couldn't believe the price.
WEATHER
Cooler this morning and a few drops of rain but then the sun came out and we were up to 21 again.
I had brought a sandwich with me as I needed to go straight to my golf lesson so ate that up in our little room at about 12.15 and then got changed and left the shop at about 12.45.
I arrived at the golf club and met my group of ten other ladies. Some have never played golf, a few are like me and have had a few lessons and there are two who played 25 years ago and want to get back to it. One lady, Clair, is English and not been here long but we didn't get a chance to talk as we were straight into the lesson. The teacher is about 22 and a very nice girl. We did putting today and she had set out all sorts of 'aids' to help us. I thought the class was 2 hours but it was only one followed by another group which I am glad I am not in as there are about 16 of them and an hour was probably enough. I really enjoyed the class and look forward to next week's class which is chipping.
I got home and had a much needed cup of tea and then set to to make more bows for tomorrow.
Jon was due to go swimming but arrived home as I was getting back with Totty from our walk. He wanted to read Heather's dissertation as she needs to have it in by Monday and she asked us to read it through. He managed a good part of it and will do the rest tomorrow.
We had our fish and chips which was very nice. I made myself a glass of lemon, lime and bitters when Jon went to get the dinner. When he came back and we sat at the table he looked in my glass and asked what was on the straw. When I looked there was some horrible goo on it. When I looked at the bottle of lime it was mouldy and I had been drinking it!!!! I didn't think lime juice went off. I might have been better off with a glass of wine and put up with the itching now I am worried I am going to be ill through the night!
So far there have been 82 tickets sold for the show tomorrow so hopefully we will get some door sales and get it up to 100. Elizabeth called and asked me to pick up two lots of flowers tomorrow from Papamoa which we can do when we go out for coffee.
I had called Bronwyn and left her a message to tell her they had some jeans in her daughter's size. She called me to say she had bought two pairs for her daughter and one pair for herself and was very happy with them and couldn't believe the price.
WEATHER
Cooler this morning and a few drops of rain but then the sun came out and we were up to 21 again.
Thursday, 22 April 2010
A lovely walk on the beach
Jon didn't need to leave till 8.30 today as he was going up to Auckland for a meeting.
After having a chat to Kirsty and also my cousin io FBo and MSN I took Totty down to the beach. There were only two people on the beach and no dogs so it was really nice and we walked a long way but she still doesn't like the waves.
When I got back I wrote my shopping list and then went to Fraser Cove and had a coffee before going to the supermarket. I had a $30 voucher from my loyalty card so treated myself to some nice face cream as I can't drink wine I thought I would spend it on me, I usually buy an expensive bottle of wine with it.
I then bought some ribbon in the $2 shop (like the £ shop in UK) I need to make some bows to decorate the stage for Saturday.
After lunch I looked on the internet for instructions on how to make bows. I love the net, you can find anything you want on it. I got some good instructions and made some lovely bows. However, I think I am going to have to get more ribbon as the seven I have made will look a bit lost on the huge stage. I had an email tonight from the lady who is in charge of fundraising and she told me the two arches that we have for decoration are huge and will need a lot on them. Help! I didn't think it was going to be down to me to bring it all. I have emailed the other ladies who are down to help to ask them to bring ideas and whatever will be needed for them. I just hope it is all going to be OK.
My friend Viv is going to UK next week for six months to stay with her sister in Chelmsford so I took her a little present along this evening, just some wipes and hand cream for her journey so she can freshen up. She was really pleased with them.
Had some good salmon for dinner followed by ice cream and fresh passion fruit which I love.
WEATHER
Another lovely day!
After having a chat to Kirsty and also my cousin io FBo and MSN I took Totty down to the beach. There were only two people on the beach and no dogs so it was really nice and we walked a long way but she still doesn't like the waves.
When I got back I wrote my shopping list and then went to Fraser Cove and had a coffee before going to the supermarket. I had a $30 voucher from my loyalty card so treated myself to some nice face cream as I can't drink wine I thought I would spend it on me, I usually buy an expensive bottle of wine with it.
I then bought some ribbon in the $2 shop (like the £ shop in UK) I need to make some bows to decorate the stage for Saturday.
After lunch I looked on the internet for instructions on how to make bows. I love the net, you can find anything you want on it. I got some good instructions and made some lovely bows. However, I think I am going to have to get more ribbon as the seven I have made will look a bit lost on the huge stage. I had an email tonight from the lady who is in charge of fundraising and she told me the two arches that we have for decoration are huge and will need a lot on them. Help! I didn't think it was going to be down to me to bring it all. I have emailed the other ladies who are down to help to ask them to bring ideas and whatever will be needed for them. I just hope it is all going to be OK.
My friend Viv is going to UK next week for six months to stay with her sister in Chelmsford so I took her a little present along this evening, just some wipes and hand cream for her journey so she can freshen up. She was really pleased with them.
Had some good salmon for dinner followed by ice cream and fresh passion fruit which I love.
WEATHER
Another lovely day!
Wednesday, 21 April 2010
Goody Bags
I managed to get Totty out for a proper walk before going to pick Les up for swimming. Although it was a lovely day the pool was a bit cooler than it usually is. Fortunately, the teacher was on time and once we got started we soon warmed up and had a really good class followed by a dip in the really hot pool.
We then went along to Tay Street Cafe for a coffee and it was so hot sitting outside in the sun I thought I was going to pass out. Bronwyn turned up with her friend and the dog, they had been for a walk on the beach but they sat in the shade and we had to leave as I was just too hot.
After dropping Les off I went home and washed my hair. I had an early lunch and then went over to Bethlehem to fill the goody bags ready for the show on Saturday. We had a good turnout of Lions ladies and it was soon done. It is really hot in the room where we do it (the same one we had for the book sale) and I should remember to take a bottle of water with me as I was so hot and really thirsty. We wrapped the presents for the brides now we just need to sell some tickets as not many have been sold.
I loaded my car up with bags so that I don't need to go and collect them on Saturday.
Jon went to the gym after work so was home late and I did a bit of catching up with Neighbours and drank three glasses of water followed by a cup of tea!
We had shepherds pie tonight and it was so nice.
I have a free day tomorrow to do my own things.
WEATHER
Warm and sunny again 21 degrees
We then went along to Tay Street Cafe for a coffee and it was so hot sitting outside in the sun I thought I was going to pass out. Bronwyn turned up with her friend and the dog, they had been for a walk on the beach but they sat in the shade and we had to leave as I was just too hot.
After dropping Les off I went home and washed my hair. I had an early lunch and then went over to Bethlehem to fill the goody bags ready for the show on Saturday. We had a good turnout of Lions ladies and it was soon done. It is really hot in the room where we do it (the same one we had for the book sale) and I should remember to take a bottle of water with me as I was so hot and really thirsty. We wrapped the presents for the brides now we just need to sell some tickets as not many have been sold.
I loaded my car up with bags so that I don't need to go and collect them on Saturday.
Jon went to the gym after work so was home late and I did a bit of catching up with Neighbours and drank three glasses of water followed by a cup of tea!
We had shepherds pie tonight and it was so nice.
I have a free day tomorrow to do my own things.
WEATHER
Warm and sunny again 21 degrees
Tuesday, 20 April 2010
Keep Fit and CPR
The class was really busy this morning and we had three new ladies and one man. We worked really hard and as it is still so warm I was really sweating again. I had booked to do a CPR class with St John after my keep fit class, Diane, the teacher, arranged it and it was very good and doesn't do any harm to keep up to date.
Alison came over to bring the plate back from the tiramisu and said she had enjoyed it. She also brought me some feijoas but I still can't decide if I like them or not.
Jon went swimming after work just for a bit of practice as the teacher is still on paternity leave.
I made a pork casserole with leeks and it was really good. It seems strange to be eating this sort of food as we haven't had stews or roasts for such a long time
WEATHER
Sunny and warm, back up to 22 again.
Alison came over to bring the plate back from the tiramisu and said she had enjoyed it. She also brought me some feijoas but I still can't decide if I like them or not.
Jon went swimming after work just for a bit of practice as the teacher is still on paternity leave.
I made a pork casserole with leeks and it was really good. It seems strange to be eating this sort of food as we haven't had stews or roasts for such a long time
WEATHER
Sunny and warm, back up to 22 again.
Monday, 19 April 2010
I didn't think housework could be so dangerous
I had a busy day doing housework today. I decided I wanted to get it all done today and then that would be it for the week. I did pretty well in the morning and was ready for a coffee when Carol, the Avon lady, came over to bring my order. She had her little granddaughter with her, she is so sweet but very shy. We had a nice chat and then she left and I carried on with my housework.
I stopped for lunch when Jon came home and then back to it. I decided to give the shower a good scrub and got in to do it but slipped on the cleaning liquid and nearly broke my neck and really don't know how I didn't pull the door off the hinges! I then thought I would use my new mop to do the floor which was fine but I propped the mop up outside the bathroom while I went to empty the bin and as I walked to the kitchen I was looking in the bin to see what should be recycled and didn't see that the mop had fallen across the door and I went head over heals over it hurting my shin and foot in the process. What a day! I did get everything finished in the end and I am still in one piece.
Bronwyn came over with my plate and stayed for a cup of tea and a chat.
We had a nice piece of boiled bacon for dinner, the first time we have had it over here and it was very moist. The tiramisu is still going!
WEATHER
Sunny all day but with a strong south wind.
I stopped for lunch when Jon came home and then back to it. I decided to give the shower a good scrub and got in to do it but slipped on the cleaning liquid and nearly broke my neck and really don't know how I didn't pull the door off the hinges! I then thought I would use my new mop to do the floor which was fine but I propped the mop up outside the bathroom while I went to empty the bin and as I walked to the kitchen I was looking in the bin to see what should be recycled and didn't see that the mop had fallen across the door and I went head over heals over it hurting my shin and foot in the process. What a day! I did get everything finished in the end and I am still in one piece.
Bronwyn came over with my plate and stayed for a cup of tea and a chat.
We had a nice piece of boiled bacon for dinner, the first time we have had it over here and it was very moist. The tiramisu is still going!
WEATHER
Sunny all day but with a strong south wind.
Sunday, 18 April 2010
Another lovely day
We took Totty out to the beach again. She was very funny as she would not go near the waves and was walking up in the dry sand at the top of the beach trying to stay away from them, it wasn't even rough! She is such a wuss.
We got back with her and then went out to the garden centre for coffee.
I got back and took some Tiramisu over to Bronwyn, who was working in the garden and then to Alison who was sitting in her garden under the apple tree so I stayed to have a chat with her and Doug. Both of them said thank you very much.
We had the rest of the steak for our lunch in a sandwich.
Jon went out and did a bit of gardening, not that there is much to do but it looks tidy with the leaves swept up he then went to the gym again and I sorted out my clothes as I keep buying things from Red Cross and really need to get rid of some things.
We took Totty out but she is so tired after her two long walks today, she is getting old!
We had some good beef and red pepper and chilli stir fry for dinner and the Tiramisu was much better tonight as all the flavours have blended.
Haven't heard from the girls but I did send them an email last night.
WEATHER
Really warm and sunny again all day. Back up to 23 degrees.
We got back with her and then went out to the garden centre for coffee.
I got back and took some Tiramisu over to Bronwyn, who was working in the garden and then to Alison who was sitting in her garden under the apple tree so I stayed to have a chat with her and Doug. Both of them said thank you very much.
We had the rest of the steak for our lunch in a sandwich.
Jon went out and did a bit of gardening, not that there is much to do but it looks tidy with the leaves swept up he then went to the gym again and I sorted out my clothes as I keep buying things from Red Cross and really need to get rid of some things.
We took Totty out but she is so tired after her two long walks today, she is getting old!
We had some good beef and red pepper and chilli stir fry for dinner and the Tiramisu was much better tonight as all the flavours have blended.
Haven't heard from the girls but I did send them an email last night.
WEATHER
Really warm and sunny again all day. Back up to 23 degrees.
Saturday, 17 April 2010
Sweet dreams Tom cat
We were up early this morning as I heard the phone but there was no message. After a shower and breakfast we had a call from Jane to say that James had called her at work to say he had made an appointment at the vets for 11.30. She was very upset and they allowed her to leave work and so she went to Jason's and called us and then went home to Centre Drive to see the cat and wait with them till it was time.
We took Totty down to the main beach as it was such a lovely day. We walked for 40 minutes and Totty was glad to get back to the car.
We took Totty home and then we went out to Gate Pa for coffee and to do a bit of shopping. We popped up to have a look at how to get into the golf course as I start my classes on Friday and like to know where I am going.
We then went right down into town and across the harbour bridge to the Mount and Bayfair to look for a fleece for Jon as he will need one for after swimming as it gets colder.
We then got back for lunch and I think Totty was glad we were back as it was 28 degrees in the living room so she was glad when we opened up the doors to the deck.
I went online and Heather was on MSN and she asked if I had heard from the girls and I told her no and so she told me that Tom cat had died naturally at 11.00. Unfortunately, Kirsty had not yet got back from work so after all she has done for him she wasn't there with him but Jane was. I am pleased it happened like that and they didn't have to take him to the vet.
Heather was very upset and wondered if she should go home but I told her not to as she shouldn't drive when upset and there was nothing she could do. I managed to convince her and told her to 'do' something so she said she would make cakes
Jon went off to the gym and I made a lovely mixed berry Tiramisu but it is so big.
We had a lovely rib eye steak for dinner with salad and some nice Brie and quince to follow and although the recipe says to leave the Tiramisu for 24 hours we tried it and it was very good. I will have to give some to Alison and Bronwyn tomorrow as we will never eat all of it.
Haven't heard from the girls, I hope they are OK.
WEATHER
Very sunny this morning but clouded over but still warm
We took Totty down to the main beach as it was such a lovely day. We walked for 40 minutes and Totty was glad to get back to the car.
We took Totty home and then we went out to Gate Pa for coffee and to do a bit of shopping. We popped up to have a look at how to get into the golf course as I start my classes on Friday and like to know where I am going.
We then went right down into town and across the harbour bridge to the Mount and Bayfair to look for a fleece for Jon as he will need one for after swimming as it gets colder.
We then got back for lunch and I think Totty was glad we were back as it was 28 degrees in the living room so she was glad when we opened up the doors to the deck.
I went online and Heather was on MSN and she asked if I had heard from the girls and I told her no and so she told me that Tom cat had died naturally at 11.00. Unfortunately, Kirsty had not yet got back from work so after all she has done for him she wasn't there with him but Jane was. I am pleased it happened like that and they didn't have to take him to the vet.
Heather was very upset and wondered if she should go home but I told her not to as she shouldn't drive when upset and there was nothing she could do. I managed to convince her and told her to 'do' something so she said she would make cakes
Jon went off to the gym and I made a lovely mixed berry Tiramisu but it is so big.
We had a lovely rib eye steak for dinner with salad and some nice Brie and quince to follow and although the recipe says to leave the Tiramisu for 24 hours we tried it and it was very good. I will have to give some to Alison and Bronwyn tomorrow as we will never eat all of it.
Haven't heard from the girls, I hope they are OK.
WEATHER
Very sunny this morning but clouded over but still warm
Friday, 16 April 2010
A busy day again
I had a busy morning at the Red Cross today. I bought a lovely Jigsaw jacket for me and a little black lace bolero to go over dresses and two pairs of trousers for Jon. My jacket is not new but hardly worn but the other things are.
My hair was a mess and had grown a lot and I had managed to get an appointment for a cut at 1.00 so I went straight from the shop which meant I didn't get home till gone 2.00.
I called Alison to ask if she was in for a cuppa and she said yes come over and she also called Bronwyn to pop in. Alison makes a lovely tray bake called oaty crunch and it is so good all gooey and chewy. I had found a lovely jacket and trousers for her granddaughter which still had the label on and it was only $7 (£2.50). The trousers look more like PJs but the top is lovely.
Jon went to the gym tonight and so was home late but just in time for fish and chips. I tried a glass of wine but it made me feel so ill it really isn't worth it. This food poisoning is going on a bit. The fish was good though and as I had fish last night with no ill effects it must be the alcohol that does it.
WEATHER
Warm and sunny again even though rain was forecast
My hair was a mess and had grown a lot and I had managed to get an appointment for a cut at 1.00 so I went straight from the shop which meant I didn't get home till gone 2.00.
I called Alison to ask if she was in for a cuppa and she said yes come over and she also called Bronwyn to pop in. Alison makes a lovely tray bake called oaty crunch and it is so good all gooey and chewy. I had found a lovely jacket and trousers for her granddaughter which still had the label on and it was only $7 (£2.50). The trousers look more like PJs but the top is lovely.
Jon went to the gym tonight and so was home late but just in time for fish and chips. I tried a glass of wine but it made me feel so ill it really isn't worth it. This food poisoning is going on a bit. The fish was good though and as I had fish last night with no ill effects it must be the alcohol that does it.
WEATHER
Warm and sunny again even though rain was forecast
Thursday, 15 April 2010
Another lovely day
A lovely morning again and a nice walk with Totty.
I had a phone call first thing from Kirsty to ask how to clean cat wee from her mattress. she told me that Tom cat is really not well and she was going to call Jane but didn't want to take him to be put to sleep till James gets back tomorrow. I feel so sorry for the girls having to go through all this on their own. Heather has now gone back to Derby.
I got my washing done and hung out before going into Tauranga for coffee, the library, buying my ticket for Bride of the Year Show and then I found a lovely necklace for Kirsty so all done quite quickly.
I then went to the supermarket and did my shopping and bought a mop and bucket as I am fed up getting down on my knees to wash the bathrooms.
Saw my neighbour, Kim, when I got back and she was telling me all about their trip to Perth for her husband's brother's wedding. I don't see them often as they are both working and the children are not out in the garden that often, they are ideal neighbours.
I went along to the post office to send the parcels to the girls hopefully they will get them by Tuesday.
I cooked a really nice Jamie Oliver recipe tonight. It was salmon with herbs and potato all on one tray in the oven so it was easy to do. I checked what time Jon's flight was due in and so the dinner was ready when he got home at about 8.15.
Kirsty called again to say the cat was really bad and Jane had been really upset when she saw him today so I think they will be taking him to the vet on Saturday, poor thing but at nearly 18 he has done very well.
WEATHER
Lovely and sunny all day, we are so lucky.
I had a phone call first thing from Kirsty to ask how to clean cat wee from her mattress. she told me that Tom cat is really not well and she was going to call Jane but didn't want to take him to be put to sleep till James gets back tomorrow. I feel so sorry for the girls having to go through all this on their own. Heather has now gone back to Derby.
I got my washing done and hung out before going into Tauranga for coffee, the library, buying my ticket for Bride of the Year Show and then I found a lovely necklace for Kirsty so all done quite quickly.
I then went to the supermarket and did my shopping and bought a mop and bucket as I am fed up getting down on my knees to wash the bathrooms.
Saw my neighbour, Kim, when I got back and she was telling me all about their trip to Perth for her husband's brother's wedding. I don't see them often as they are both working and the children are not out in the garden that often, they are ideal neighbours.
I went along to the post office to send the parcels to the girls hopefully they will get them by Tuesday.
I cooked a really nice Jamie Oliver recipe tonight. It was salmon with herbs and potato all on one tray in the oven so it was easy to do. I checked what time Jon's flight was due in and so the dinner was ready when he got home at about 8.15.
Kirsty called again to say the cat was really bad and Jane had been really upset when she saw him today so I think they will be taking him to the vet on Saturday, poor thing but at nearly 18 he has done very well.
WEATHER
Lovely and sunny all day, we are so lucky.
Wednesday, 14 April 2010
A really lovely swim
I had a good night's sleep even though Jon was away and Totty, thankfully, didn't have to get up through the night.
I did consider not going to my aquacise class as it was so overcast when I got up at seven. By the time I had my breakfast and took Totty out the sun was out so I went to my class.
It was a really good class. The temperature of the pool was lovely and the sun came out but it wasn't too hot. We had a bit of an audience today as it is school holidays and there were lots of people in the spa pools and also lots of children waiting to come into the big pool. Les didn't come as her eye was still bad so I went off to Tay Street Cafe for coffee on my own and I couldn't resist the white chocolate and raspberry muffin but I could only manage half and took the rest home with me.
I went to Bayfair to look for a present for Kirsty's birthday but didn't see anything. I bought some big envelopes so that I could send the sarongs that we bought in Fiji to the girls.
I parceled the sarongs up but need to get Kirsty's present before I can send them.
Jon called in the evening to say he was fine and I had a salad and omellete for dinner but no wine as it makes me feel ill still.
WEATHER
After heavy rain overnight the day started very grey but by 9.00 the sun was out and the rest of the day was really warm and sunny.
I did consider not going to my aquacise class as it was so overcast when I got up at seven. By the time I had my breakfast and took Totty out the sun was out so I went to my class.
It was a really good class. The temperature of the pool was lovely and the sun came out but it wasn't too hot. We had a bit of an audience today as it is school holidays and there were lots of people in the spa pools and also lots of children waiting to come into the big pool. Les didn't come as her eye was still bad so I went off to Tay Street Cafe for coffee on my own and I couldn't resist the white chocolate and raspberry muffin but I could only manage half and took the rest home with me.
I went to Bayfair to look for a present for Kirsty's birthday but didn't see anything. I bought some big envelopes so that I could send the sarongs that we bought in Fiji to the girls.
I parceled the sarongs up but need to get Kirsty's present before I can send them.
Jon called in the evening to say he was fine and I had a salad and omellete for dinner but no wine as it makes me feel ill still.
WEATHER
After heavy rain overnight the day started very grey but by 9.00 the sun was out and the rest of the day was really warm and sunny.
Tuesday, 13 April 2010
Tuesday
Jon left to go to Melbourne today. I had my keep fit class so Totty only had a short walk this morning.
I was a bit worried about my class as I didn't know how my legs would manage but I was fine. Roz, the English lady, only has another two weeks before she goes back to the UK for six months.
I got changed after class and went to Fraser Cove and bought a lovely top reduced from about £30 to £4 I couldn't believe it.
When I got back to my car one of the tyres looked a bit flat and a nice man saw me looking at it and got down on his knees and had a look and said yes it was going down and to drive slowly to the tyre place which fortunately was not far away. They had a look at it and said it was the inner tube and fitted a new one and put air in the others and were very helpful.
I got back and had a salad for lunch and then just pottered about doing this and that.
I took Totty out for an early walk and then had some soup and at 6.30 went to pick Janice up and then Helen and Jean and I drove us all to the Lions meeting. It was a long meeting as there was a lot to discuss as it is only two weeks to the Bride show and so much to do. I am down for filling the goody bags and co ordinating the decoration of the stage which is huge and I hope it will be OK.
I didn't like coming back into the house and nobody here but it was OK. Jon had called and left a message to say he had arrived and would call me tomorrow.
WEATHER
Warm and sunny but cloudier later in the afternoon.
I was a bit worried about my class as I didn't know how my legs would manage but I was fine. Roz, the English lady, only has another two weeks before she goes back to the UK for six months.
I got changed after class and went to Fraser Cove and bought a lovely top reduced from about £30 to £4 I couldn't believe it.
When I got back to my car one of the tyres looked a bit flat and a nice man saw me looking at it and got down on his knees and had a look and said yes it was going down and to drive slowly to the tyre place which fortunately was not far away. They had a look at it and said it was the inner tube and fitted a new one and put air in the others and were very helpful.
I got back and had a salad for lunch and then just pottered about doing this and that.
I took Totty out for an early walk and then had some soup and at 6.30 went to pick Janice up and then Helen and Jean and I drove us all to the Lions meeting. It was a long meeting as there was a lot to discuss as it is only two weeks to the Bride show and so much to do. I am down for filling the goody bags and co ordinating the decoration of the stage which is huge and I hope it will be OK.
I didn't like coming back into the house and nobody here but it was OK. Jon had called and left a message to say he had arrived and would call me tomorrow.
WEATHER
Warm and sunny but cloudier later in the afternoon.
Monday, 12 April 2010
Monday
I stayed in all day, apart from taking Totty out for her two walks, and did my washing and cleaning. Oh I did go out to the post office at the local shops.
Jon didn't come home for lunch as he had a 1.00 meeting.
I still have lots of ulcers in my mouth and my tongue feels bad but it is getting better.
I made cauliflower cheese tonight and we had pork chops. I feel like comfort food now the evenings are cooler.
Heather called us tonight. It will be the last time she speaks to us for a few weeks as she is on the final stretch now and actually has her final exam on 13 May and then that is it Wow!
WEATHER
A sunny day but some cloud
Jon didn't come home for lunch as he had a 1.00 meeting.
I still have lots of ulcers in my mouth and my tongue feels bad but it is getting better.
I made cauliflower cheese tonight and we had pork chops. I feel like comfort food now the evenings are cooler.
Heather called us tonight. It will be the last time she speaks to us for a few weeks as she is on the final stretch now and actually has her final exam on 13 May and then that is it Wow!
WEATHER
A sunny day but some cloud
Sunday, 11 April 2010
Wine is off
It was so nice not to have itchy feet and hands so it looks like wine is off for me for the time being!
Kirsty called this morning to ask Jon about the mower as it wouldn't start. We thought it was very funny her calling Jon in NZ to say the mower wouldn't work. He told her to tell James to just keep trying as it was always like that when you bring it out after the winter.
We drove into Tauranga and went to our new favorite coffee bar and the breakfast looks so good we might even treat ourselves to breakfast there next Sunday.
As the library doesn't open till 11.30 we went to see the rose gardens instead and even though it is autumn there are still lots of roses in bloom. They also have a very nice begonia house which has a banana tree in it with a big bunch of bananas.
We then went over to the Cargo Shed which is an old warehouse with lots of craft stalls in it and we bought some nice fridge magnets and a T shirt each so it was worth the visit. After taking our books back to the library we went home for lunch.
I was still not feeling very well so Jon went to the gym and I read my new book and made a casserole for dinner. Seems really strange having a casserole it is such a long time since we had one but it was good and made a change.
We called Malcolm to see how he was and had a long chat to him. Not sure when he will get over here as next Jan/Feb we are going to UK anyway and then Jon won't have that much leave and of course he will need leave for when Kirsty and James come over so Malcolm thinks he will probably leave it till 2012 which seems a long time off.
WEATHER
Sunny all day again.
Kirsty called this morning to ask Jon about the mower as it wouldn't start. We thought it was very funny her calling Jon in NZ to say the mower wouldn't work. He told her to tell James to just keep trying as it was always like that when you bring it out after the winter.
We drove into Tauranga and went to our new favorite coffee bar and the breakfast looks so good we might even treat ourselves to breakfast there next Sunday.
As the library doesn't open till 11.30 we went to see the rose gardens instead and even though it is autumn there are still lots of roses in bloom. They also have a very nice begonia house which has a banana tree in it with a big bunch of bananas.
We then went over to the Cargo Shed which is an old warehouse with lots of craft stalls in it and we bought some nice fridge magnets and a T shirt each so it was worth the visit. After taking our books back to the library we went home for lunch.
I was still not feeling very well so Jon went to the gym and I read my new book and made a casserole for dinner. Seems really strange having a casserole it is such a long time since we had one but it was good and made a change.
We called Malcolm to see how he was and had a long chat to him. Not sure when he will get over here as next Jan/Feb we are going to UK anyway and then Jon won't have that much leave and of course he will need leave for when Kirsty and James come over so Malcolm thinks he will probably leave it till 2012 which seems a long time off.
WEATHER
Sunny all day again.
Saturday, 10 April 2010
A Quiet Day
We slept late today and I didn't get up till 9.30, but I had been up with the dog at about 4.00.
Kirsty called to say they had the flights booked for 14 March so James will be here for his 30 birthday which will be nice.
Jon is really pleased with his glasses. They look good and he can see through them so they were a good buy. Makes you think how much the opticians are making!
We took Totty out late and then went to Palmers garden centre for coffee and then back home. I didn't feel like doing much so I just sat and finished my book which is due back today or I will have to pay another $2 as it is a new release. Jon went off for a session at the gym and then I did a bit of ironing.
I decided not to have any wine tonight as I think that is what is causing my feet to itch so I just had a tonic. I cooked a stir fry for dinner and my feet didn't itch for the first time in five days!
WEATHER
Bright and sunny all day
Kirsty called to say they had the flights booked for 14 March so James will be here for his 30 birthday which will be nice.
Jon is really pleased with his glasses. They look good and he can see through them so they were a good buy. Makes you think how much the opticians are making!
We took Totty out late and then went to Palmers garden centre for coffee and then back home. I didn't feel like doing much so I just sat and finished my book which is due back today or I will have to pay another $2 as it is a new release. Jon went off for a session at the gym and then I did a bit of ironing.
I decided not to have any wine tonight as I think that is what is causing my feet to itch so I just had a tonic. I cooked a stir fry for dinner and my feet didn't itch for the first time in five days!
WEATHER
Bright and sunny all day
Friday, 9 April 2010
No fish and chips for me today
I went to Red Cross but it was quite hard all morning as I felt drained and my legs so weak but I managed and when I had finished I went to collect a parcel from the Courier Post. It was Jon's glasses that he had ordered from China! They cost £150 and are rimless and go dark in sunlight. We were quoted $1200 (£480) over here. I just hope they are OK.
Did my shopping to save going out on Saturday to the supermarket but it was a real struggle. Got home for lunch and then did a few email and some ironing.
I took Totty out for a walk and met Viv with her dog, Poppy. We were walking around the park quite happily when another dog came tearing across the park and to begin with all was OK and then it suddenly jumped on Totty and its owner was across the other side of the park and not bothered, she was a young girl. I was hitting the dog with the retractable lead but it wouldn't get off. Viv very bravely pulled it off by the collar and dragged it over to the girl who had by this time started to walk across. I can't understand Kiwis and their attitude with dogs. Totty was OK but our walk was cut short.
Jon came home and I decided and other people had told me not to eat any fish till my symptoms were better so I cooked a chicken breast and Jon had fish and chips - I didn't enjoy mine! I really enjoy fish and we have it three or four times a week so that will have to stop for a while.
WEATHER
Sunny all day but a bit of a chill first thing
Did my shopping to save going out on Saturday to the supermarket but it was a real struggle. Got home for lunch and then did a few email and some ironing.
I took Totty out for a walk and met Viv with her dog, Poppy. We were walking around the park quite happily when another dog came tearing across the park and to begin with all was OK and then it suddenly jumped on Totty and its owner was across the other side of the park and not bothered, she was a young girl. I was hitting the dog with the retractable lead but it wouldn't get off. Viv very bravely pulled it off by the collar and dragged it over to the girl who had by this time started to walk across. I can't understand Kiwis and their attitude with dogs. Totty was OK but our walk was cut short.
Jon came home and I decided and other people had told me not to eat any fish till my symptoms were better so I cooked a chicken breast and Jon had fish and chips - I didn't enjoy mine! I really enjoy fish and we have it three or four times a week so that will have to stop for a while.
WEATHER
Sunny all day but a bit of a chill first thing
Thursday, 8 April 2010
A visit to the doctor
I went to get Totty from kennels and didn't feel very well and my legs felt very weak and so when I got back I called Elizabet to say I couldn't make the meeting.
I had Googled my symptoms and came up with having Ciguatera which is reef fish poisoning. I could hardly believe it when I was reading the symptoms and can't understand how I didn't connect my symptoms until then with the fish we had eaten on our first night. When I spoke to Elizabeth she thought I should go to the doctor so I made an appointment.
I told the doctor what had happened and he agreed with what I had - he had worked in the Cook Islands and was aware of this toxic poisoning which comes from reef fish eating a toxin that grows on the coral and is not killed by cooking or freezing so the hotel wasn't at fault. There is no treatment but he said if it got worse to go back to him. He phoned me not long after I got home to say he had spoken to the travel doctor at the surgery and she told him to let me know that the symptoms could last for a few weeks yet - I had read on the Internet they could sometimes last for years! I hope not.
I spent the rest of the day washing and getting sorted out after holiday. Jon had left for Wellington this morning and won't be back till tomorrow. I had a glass of wine and some leftover pizza but my feet and hands were driving me mad so I had to get the ice block from the freezer and put my feet on that.
I called Joyce and we had a nice long chat so it was late when I went to bed. My neighbours are still away, i thought they would only be away for a few days as she told me Brent couldn't spend too much time away from the business.
WEATHER
Cooler today but still very sunny and 20 degrees
I had Googled my symptoms and came up with having Ciguatera which is reef fish poisoning. I could hardly believe it when I was reading the symptoms and can't understand how I didn't connect my symptoms until then with the fish we had eaten on our first night. When I spoke to Elizabeth she thought I should go to the doctor so I made an appointment.
I told the doctor what had happened and he agreed with what I had - he had worked in the Cook Islands and was aware of this toxic poisoning which comes from reef fish eating a toxin that grows on the coral and is not killed by cooking or freezing so the hotel wasn't at fault. There is no treatment but he said if it got worse to go back to him. He phoned me not long after I got home to say he had spoken to the travel doctor at the surgery and she told him to let me know that the symptoms could last for a few weeks yet - I had read on the Internet they could sometimes last for years! I hope not.
I spent the rest of the day washing and getting sorted out after holiday. Jon had left for Wellington this morning and won't be back till tomorrow. I had a glass of wine and some leftover pizza but my feet and hands were driving me mad so I had to get the ice block from the freezer and put my feet on that.
I called Joyce and we had a nice long chat so it was late when I went to bed. My neighbours are still away, i thought they would only be away for a few days as she told me Brent couldn't spend too much time away from the business.
WEATHER
Cooler today but still very sunny and 20 degrees
Wednesday, 7 April 2010
Our stay in Fiji
Sunday
Had a really bad night and felt very bloated. Got up at 7.15 and felt really bad. I had bad diarrhoea and felt very ill. Jon got up and went out for breakfast and I just slept on the sofa. Jon came back and I said I would stay in so he went down to the pool. He came back at lunch time and I tried to go out to have lunch with him but my legs felt so weak I had to go back again. Jon brought a sandwich back for me. I was feeling really cold and so turned the AC off but Jon was really hot when he came in as it was 32 degrees and he kept turning it back on. I slept for the rest of the afternoon but managed to walk down to the sunset deck to watch the sunset which was lovely and then I went back to the room. I felt so cheated as everyone was drinking lovely tropical cocktails and I just couldn't.
We went out for a walk to the hotel next door and had a look in the shop but I was just not in the mood and felt really bad. I felt I needed to eat something so we bought a loaf and some butter and I had toast. Jon went to the little bar on the beach and had fish and chips and a beer.
I went to bed at 9.30 and hoped I would feel better on Monday.
Monday
I didn't have a good night and kept waking up. My throat feels really strange when I drink anything cold and my fingers are all numb. I thought I had a tummy bug but looks like it might be more than that, my face aches and it feels like a sinus infection. My lips are tingling and my legs feel very heavy and weak.
We went for breakfast and the choice was wonderful, fresh fruit, yoghurts, smoothies, cereal bacon etc, fresh cooked eggs of your choice, pancakes, cheese, ham, toast and cakes all really nice.
We decided to go down to the port on the Bula bus which is a thatched shuttle bus. It was a nice trip down but very hot. There are lots of restaurants down in the port so we thought we would go down for dinner there tonight. All the people are so friendly and they all say Bula to you. We had a look round the shops but i just couldn't be bothered so after a coffee at Hard Rock Cafe we got the bus back.
After sitting in the room to cool down we went to the bar for lunch and then sat by the swimming pool for the rest of the afternoon in the shade. The pool is really lovely and as it is for adults only it was quiet and very relaxing. We had a toasted sandwich and I tried a beer but couldn't drink it then read our books for the rest of the afternoon and it was lovely. I tried an ice cream but it felt like my throat was closing so I had to throw it away. I wish I knew what was wrong with me. I am really trying as I feel so bad.
We went back for a shower and then down to sunset deck to watch the sun go down but it was a really misty evening so no sunset. It was Happy Hour and we ordered a beer and a pina colada and he came back with two of each as it was Happy Hour. i couldn't drink two so I gave one to two very grateful young girls on the next table.
We saw the torch lighting ceremony where a man brings out a torch followed by the kids club children all dressed as islanders and they light all the torches in the grounds. The grounds are really lovely with beautiful plants, flowers and trees.
We went down to the port and looked around at the restaurants and chose Italian which was OK but not brilliant. There are lots of frogs hopping around the pavements and you have to be careful where you put your feet. We sat outside but it felt like we were sitting in a centrally heated room, it was so hot.
We went to get the bus back and just missed one and so when the next came there was a bit of a scramble to get on it but we did and got back to the apartment had coffee and then bed hoping I would feel better on Tuesday.
Tuesday
I do feel a bit better but still didn't sleep well. A little cooler today as no sun out so we were able to sit outside for breakfast and I managed a reasonable amount. We decided to go for a walk after breakfast and walked along the beach looking at the other hotels and they are all very nice but we think we are in one of the prettier ones and the adult only pool is a big plus.
We found some hammocks along the beach and a young couple took our photo for us. We saw children feeding lots of fish in the water along the beach and we saw the wedding chapel in the grounds of the Sheraton Hotel and I had my photo taken with the security guard who wears a skirt as part of his uniform. As it is an island with security to get on and off you are allowed to walk along the beach and go into all the hotels which is very nice. We saw lots of crabs on the rocks along the beach. The water is not very nice and really cloudy and not nice clear blue like her in NZ to get the really nice water you have to go out to the other islands and as I was not feeling up to it we didn't go, such a shame.
We had a few drops of rain but it was very warm rain. We went and sat by the pool and had coffee and spent the rest of the day just swimming and reading and it was bliss. Jon is not swimming properly yet but manages a pretty good hop. We manged to walk from our pool into the big pool and sit at the stools in the pool and have a drink and met a family from Papamoa which is just down the road from us. Before Jon started his swimming lessons he would never have had the confidence to go deeper than his ankles and now he is happy up to his neck in it!
Lunch was served to us by the pool and was deep fried calamari and a prawn and avocado wrap which we shared and I managed a beer. Even though we were sitting under the sunshade apart from when we were in the pool we got very red, just as well we are used to it and so didn't burn. Feels really strange so much heat but no sun. The ants are a pain and climb on the sunbed and really bite.
Back to the room to shower and then down to the sunset deck for Happy Hour and sunset which looked like it was not going to happen again as the cloud was thick. We ordered mojitos, but only two tonight! The sun came out just before it as setting and we had a lovely sunset.
We walked down to the shop as I wanted to find gifts for the girls and I hadn't been in the mood up to now.
We then went back to the hotel and had dinner in the Asian restaurant which was lovely.
We went back to the room and decided to turn the AC off and just have the ceiling fan and it was much better. I don't know why we didn't do that before as we found it much better when we were in Oz, too,
Wednesday
Much better night's sleep with just the fan. Very hot today, the sun is out and a very blue sky. Lovely breakfast but under cover again as it was so hot. Back to finish packing and we paid the bill and then just waited for the bus to pick us up and he was not on 'Fiji time' he was early!
The trip back to the airport was fine and the driver was good at pointing things out to us. It was a shame we didn't get to see more of Fiji it looks lovely but very poor. We will certainly have to come back.
We checked in with no waiting and then had a couple of hours to wait in a quite warm airport. The flight was on time but due to lots of cloud once we were up we couldn't see much till we were approaching Auckland. After a lovely smooth landing we were out but had to wait for the Air New Zealand bus to pick us up to go for the car. We then got caught in Auckland rush hour traffic so that held us up a lot and as the clocks changed while we were away it was dark earlier and so we had to drive a good part of the journey in the dark which always seems to make it longer.
We stopped at our new local pizza takeaway and ordered a pizza and then popped into the bar for a drink while they cooked it. It was very good but very filling.
We were very happy to get into our own bed but it is a bit quiet without Totty
Had a really bad night and felt very bloated. Got up at 7.15 and felt really bad. I had bad diarrhoea and felt very ill. Jon got up and went out for breakfast and I just slept on the sofa. Jon came back and I said I would stay in so he went down to the pool. He came back at lunch time and I tried to go out to have lunch with him but my legs felt so weak I had to go back again. Jon brought a sandwich back for me. I was feeling really cold and so turned the AC off but Jon was really hot when he came in as it was 32 degrees and he kept turning it back on. I slept for the rest of the afternoon but managed to walk down to the sunset deck to watch the sunset which was lovely and then I went back to the room. I felt so cheated as everyone was drinking lovely tropical cocktails and I just couldn't.
We went out for a walk to the hotel next door and had a look in the shop but I was just not in the mood and felt really bad. I felt I needed to eat something so we bought a loaf and some butter and I had toast. Jon went to the little bar on the beach and had fish and chips and a beer.
I went to bed at 9.30 and hoped I would feel better on Monday.
Monday
I didn't have a good night and kept waking up. My throat feels really strange when I drink anything cold and my fingers are all numb. I thought I had a tummy bug but looks like it might be more than that, my face aches and it feels like a sinus infection. My lips are tingling and my legs feel very heavy and weak.
We went for breakfast and the choice was wonderful, fresh fruit, yoghurts, smoothies, cereal bacon etc, fresh cooked eggs of your choice, pancakes, cheese, ham, toast and cakes all really nice.
We decided to go down to the port on the Bula bus which is a thatched shuttle bus. It was a nice trip down but very hot. There are lots of restaurants down in the port so we thought we would go down for dinner there tonight. All the people are so friendly and they all say Bula to you. We had a look round the shops but i just couldn't be bothered so after a coffee at Hard Rock Cafe we got the bus back.
After sitting in the room to cool down we went to the bar for lunch and then sat by the swimming pool for the rest of the afternoon in the shade. The pool is really lovely and as it is for adults only it was quiet and very relaxing. We had a toasted sandwich and I tried a beer but couldn't drink it then read our books for the rest of the afternoon and it was lovely. I tried an ice cream but it felt like my throat was closing so I had to throw it away. I wish I knew what was wrong with me. I am really trying as I feel so bad.
We went back for a shower and then down to sunset deck to watch the sun go down but it was a really misty evening so no sunset. It was Happy Hour and we ordered a beer and a pina colada and he came back with two of each as it was Happy Hour. i couldn't drink two so I gave one to two very grateful young girls on the next table.
We saw the torch lighting ceremony where a man brings out a torch followed by the kids club children all dressed as islanders and they light all the torches in the grounds. The grounds are really lovely with beautiful plants, flowers and trees.
We went down to the port and looked around at the restaurants and chose Italian which was OK but not brilliant. There are lots of frogs hopping around the pavements and you have to be careful where you put your feet. We sat outside but it felt like we were sitting in a centrally heated room, it was so hot.
We went to get the bus back and just missed one and so when the next came there was a bit of a scramble to get on it but we did and got back to the apartment had coffee and then bed hoping I would feel better on Tuesday.
Tuesday
I do feel a bit better but still didn't sleep well. A little cooler today as no sun out so we were able to sit outside for breakfast and I managed a reasonable amount. We decided to go for a walk after breakfast and walked along the beach looking at the other hotels and they are all very nice but we think we are in one of the prettier ones and the adult only pool is a big plus.
We found some hammocks along the beach and a young couple took our photo for us. We saw children feeding lots of fish in the water along the beach and we saw the wedding chapel in the grounds of the Sheraton Hotel and I had my photo taken with the security guard who wears a skirt as part of his uniform. As it is an island with security to get on and off you are allowed to walk along the beach and go into all the hotels which is very nice. We saw lots of crabs on the rocks along the beach. The water is not very nice and really cloudy and not nice clear blue like her in NZ to get the really nice water you have to go out to the other islands and as I was not feeling up to it we didn't go, such a shame.
We had a few drops of rain but it was very warm rain. We went and sat by the pool and had coffee and spent the rest of the day just swimming and reading and it was bliss. Jon is not swimming properly yet but manages a pretty good hop. We manged to walk from our pool into the big pool and sit at the stools in the pool and have a drink and met a family from Papamoa which is just down the road from us. Before Jon started his swimming lessons he would never have had the confidence to go deeper than his ankles and now he is happy up to his neck in it!
Lunch was served to us by the pool and was deep fried calamari and a prawn and avocado wrap which we shared and I managed a beer. Even though we were sitting under the sunshade apart from when we were in the pool we got very red, just as well we are used to it and so didn't burn. Feels really strange so much heat but no sun. The ants are a pain and climb on the sunbed and really bite.
Back to the room to shower and then down to the sunset deck for Happy Hour and sunset which looked like it was not going to happen again as the cloud was thick. We ordered mojitos, but only two tonight! The sun came out just before it as setting and we had a lovely sunset.
We walked down to the shop as I wanted to find gifts for the girls and I hadn't been in the mood up to now.
We then went back to the hotel and had dinner in the Asian restaurant which was lovely.
We went back to the room and decided to turn the AC off and just have the ceiling fan and it was much better. I don't know why we didn't do that before as we found it much better when we were in Oz, too,
Wednesday
Much better night's sleep with just the fan. Very hot today, the sun is out and a very blue sky. Lovely breakfast but under cover again as it was so hot. Back to finish packing and we paid the bill and then just waited for the bus to pick us up and he was not on 'Fiji time' he was early!
The trip back to the airport was fine and the driver was good at pointing things out to us. It was a shame we didn't get to see more of Fiji it looks lovely but very poor. We will certainly have to come back.
We checked in with no waiting and then had a couple of hours to wait in a quite warm airport. The flight was on time but due to lots of cloud once we were up we couldn't see much till we were approaching Auckland. After a lovely smooth landing we were out but had to wait for the Air New Zealand bus to pick us up to go for the car. We then got caught in Auckland rush hour traffic so that held us up a lot and as the clocks changed while we were away it was dark earlier and so we had to drive a good part of the journey in the dark which always seems to make it longer.
We stopped at our new local pizza takeaway and ordered a pizza and then popped into the bar for a drink while they cooked it. It was very good but very filling.
We were very happy to get into our own bed but it is a bit quiet without Totty
Friday, 2 April 2010
Off to Fiji
We are up and I am more or less ready, just last minute packing and then we will have to take Totty, I don't like taking her, I wish she didn't look so sad when we leave her.
Took Tot and left her bed with he this time in the hope that she will settle a bit better at night - apparently she barks.
Had a good drive to Auckland went via the gorge. We haven't been that way for a long time as it is a bit windy but at least it was not boring. We stopped at Paeroa for coffee, Jon asked for double shots of coffee and when it came it was like a milky drink. I just had to take them back! If I am going to drink coffee it has to taste like coffee. She apologised and said she had made a mistake and gave us two new ones. With the coffee stop taking so long all the extra time we thought we had got lost and we got to the car park at just 1.30 when we should have been checking in. The driver was very good and took us to international departures first and then took the other passengers to domestic departures.
There was a huge queue to check in and it moved very slowly. When we got to the desk Jon asked how much it was to upgrade and as it was reasonable he said we would so all that queuing was a waste as we could have just gone to the front, never mind.
Air Pacific share a lounge with Qantas so we went up there after clearing security and had a glass of sparkling wine and some mini pies but we didn't have long to wait to board. We were sat right in the cone part of the plane which was a 747, jumbo jet and very spacious. We were given a glass of champagne and some nibbles and as soon as everyone was on board we took off on time.
We had a lovely meal and I felt really full after it but it does help the flight go over faster and I like flying on 747 as they are so smooth and of course I like flying first class even more!
We landed in Nadi ( pronounced Nandi) and the heat when we got off the plane was incredible. Our bags were through quickly and when we got out our driver, Justin, was waiting to take us to the hotel. He was very chatty and told us all about Fiji.
The hotel was lovely and our apartment very nice and quite large. We unpacked and showered and then went out for dinner. We ate in one of the seven restaurants on site. It was called Cross and named after the Kiwi chef who runs it. The food was really lovely and we had yellow fin tuna to start followed by local fish cooked with scallops and to finish the most lovely coconut tirimisu with a brandy basket on top and ice cream.
Got back to the room and had coffee and then went to bed with the AC on full.
WEATHER
Very overcast this morning but sun expected later.
Took Tot and left her bed with he this time in the hope that she will settle a bit better at night - apparently she barks.
Had a good drive to Auckland went via the gorge. We haven't been that way for a long time as it is a bit windy but at least it was not boring. We stopped at Paeroa for coffee, Jon asked for double shots of coffee and when it came it was like a milky drink. I just had to take them back! If I am going to drink coffee it has to taste like coffee. She apologised and said she had made a mistake and gave us two new ones. With the coffee stop taking so long all the extra time we thought we had got lost and we got to the car park at just 1.30 when we should have been checking in. The driver was very good and took us to international departures first and then took the other passengers to domestic departures.
There was a huge queue to check in and it moved very slowly. When we got to the desk Jon asked how much it was to upgrade and as it was reasonable he said we would so all that queuing was a waste as we could have just gone to the front, never mind.
Air Pacific share a lounge with Qantas so we went up there after clearing security and had a glass of sparkling wine and some mini pies but we didn't have long to wait to board. We were sat right in the cone part of the plane which was a 747, jumbo jet and very spacious. We were given a glass of champagne and some nibbles and as soon as everyone was on board we took off on time.
We had a lovely meal and I felt really full after it but it does help the flight go over faster and I like flying on 747 as they are so smooth and of course I like flying first class even more!
We landed in Nadi ( pronounced Nandi) and the heat when we got off the plane was incredible. Our bags were through quickly and when we got out our driver, Justin, was waiting to take us to the hotel. He was very chatty and told us all about Fiji.
The hotel was lovely and our apartment very nice and quite large. We unpacked and showered and then went out for dinner. We ate in one of the seven restaurants on site. It was called Cross and named after the Kiwi chef who runs it. The food was really lovely and we had yellow fin tuna to start followed by local fish cooked with scallops and to finish the most lovely coconut tirimisu with a brandy basket on top and ice cream.
Got back to the room and had coffee and then went to bed with the AC on full.
WEATHER
Very overcast this morning but sun expected later.
Good Friday
We both had to wear jumpers this morning when we walked Totty but the water was lovely and calm down in Rotary Park.
I managed to get to speak to Rene last night and she told me Fran had been in hospital with pneumonia but is out now. I called Joyce but she was out and just as I was logging off Malcolm logged in so I was able to have a quick chat with him and he told me his op had gone well.
Heather called this morning and we had a long chat with her so it was very late by the time we got into town for coffee. Lots of places are closed today and adverts are not allowed on TV but we found a nice place down in the harbour and had a lovely coffee and will certainly go back for lunch one day.
We then came home and sorted clothes out and after lunch I did the packing and Jon went to the gym so we are all ready to go in the morning. I can't believe it is a jumbo just to go to Fiji, I suspect it must go on to USA.
We took Totty out and we met Viv with Poppy and had a walk round the park but Totty really doesn't like to play with other dogs.
Fortunately the fish and chip shop was open so we had our usual Friday night dinner.
Kirsty called to say they had taken Tom to the vet last week and had been given steroid for his sore eye but the vet thinks it is a growth and will need surgery. As he is so old the question is do we put him through it? Kirsty will take him back on Tuesday and have a chat with the vet as to what is the best thing to do. She says he is eating well and does not appear to be in any discomfort so we will have to wait and see.
WEATHER
After a cloudy and chilly start this morning the sun came out and it was another lovely day.
I managed to get to speak to Rene last night and she told me Fran had been in hospital with pneumonia but is out now. I called Joyce but she was out and just as I was logging off Malcolm logged in so I was able to have a quick chat with him and he told me his op had gone well.
Heather called this morning and we had a long chat with her so it was very late by the time we got into town for coffee. Lots of places are closed today and adverts are not allowed on TV but we found a nice place down in the harbour and had a lovely coffee and will certainly go back for lunch one day.
We then came home and sorted clothes out and after lunch I did the packing and Jon went to the gym so we are all ready to go in the morning. I can't believe it is a jumbo just to go to Fiji, I suspect it must go on to USA.
We took Totty out and we met Viv with Poppy and had a walk round the park but Totty really doesn't like to play with other dogs.
Fortunately the fish and chip shop was open so we had our usual Friday night dinner.
Kirsty called to say they had taken Tom to the vet last week and had been given steroid for his sore eye but the vet thinks it is a growth and will need surgery. As he is so old the question is do we put him through it? Kirsty will take him back on Tuesday and have a chat with the vet as to what is the best thing to do. She says he is eating well and does not appear to be in any discomfort so we will have to wait and see.
WEATHER
After a cloudy and chilly start this morning the sun came out and it was another lovely day.
Thursday, 1 April 2010
A very nice pedicure
Had a lot to do today with washing and getting all my ironing up to date to go away. Called my friend in UK and had a nice chat to her and then went out to the supermarket to get a few bits.
I made an appointment to have my toes done as I find it hard to do them myself. Jon was out all day today as he had a meeting in Hamilton.
Got back with the shopping and had lunch and then went back for my pedicure which was lovely and I really enjoyed it.
Spent the rest of the afternoon sorting holiday things and listening to the neighbours felling a tree and chopping it up in a machine which started at 4.30 and went on till 7.30 - very noisy.
WEATHER
Cloudy to start and then sunny but not as warm as it has been.
I made an appointment to have my toes done as I find it hard to do them myself. Jon was out all day today as he had a meeting in Hamilton.
Got back with the shopping and had lunch and then went back for my pedicure which was lovely and I really enjoyed it.
Spent the rest of the afternoon sorting holiday things and listening to the neighbours felling a tree and chopping it up in a machine which started at 4.30 and went on till 7.30 - very noisy.
WEATHER
Cloudy to start and then sunny but not as warm as it has been.
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