Not the actual leaf.....
Seems we have moved from Autumn to Indian Summer to Winter... Brr 9 C today.
But not so cold that I actually had to wear shoes....
Monday, November 14, 2011
Autumn?
Not the actual leaf.....
Seems we have moved from Autumn to Indian Summer to Winter... Brr 9 C today.
But not so cold that I actually had to wear shoes....
Sunday, November 13, 2011
Childrens
Today was The Gorgeous Son's Birthday Lunch. Not the Actual Birthday, which is tomorrow, but the day on which we could all get together.
The weather was amazing enough for us to be able to eat outside .
(Mid November? Who Knew?)
The best thing of all... you never know which direction life is going to take. And who knew our lives would connect with Darling Simon? He can make the best roast potatoes ever (he knows I suck at making them...and is not afraid to tell me so...or to tell Dr Lauren to tell me..)
Roast potatoes aside, our family has been enriched by Darling Simon.
And his family.
So The Gorgeous Son has a brother that he loves, we adore our son in law...Dr Lauren.. you did well!
Also, I will never have to roast potatoes ever again.
Good Day today.
Happy Birthday Jeeps
xx
The weather was amazing enough for us to be able to eat outside .
(Mid November? Who Knew?)
The best thing of all... you never know which direction life is going to take. And who knew our lives would connect with Darling Simon? He can make the best roast potatoes ever (he knows I suck at making them...and is not afraid to tell me so...or to tell Dr Lauren to tell me..)
Roast potatoes aside, our family has been enriched by Darling Simon.
And his family.
So The Gorgeous Son has a brother that he loves, we adore our son in law...Dr Lauren.. you did well!
Also, I will never have to roast potatoes ever again.
Good Day today.
Happy Birthday Jeeps
xx
Saturday, November 12, 2011
Big Issue
Confession....I have been avoiding the Big Issue Seller outside Sainsburys. I simply cannot BOND with her the way I did with my seller in Greenwich. I feel really bad, seeing as I did buy him coffee from Starbucks when it was snowing. And now, here I am, sneaking out the side door to avoid Unlikable Woman Seller.
Also, I must admit, that John Bird's writings in the mag are getting way too far left of Tory for my liking.
To assuage my guilt, I have upped my contribution to Cancer Research.
If a homeless person has the misfortune to have cancer as well, I have it covered.
Doesn't actually make me feel that much better.
Ok, Ok....first thing Monday, I will steel myself to buy the new issue.
Bloody Hell.
Also, I must admit, that John Bird's writings in the mag are getting way too far left of Tory for my liking.
To assuage my guilt, I have upped my contribution to Cancer Research.
If a homeless person has the misfortune to have cancer as well, I have it covered.
Doesn't actually make me feel that much better.
Ok, Ok....first thing Monday, I will steel myself to buy the new issue.
Bloody Hell.
Monday, November 7, 2011
Winter a coming...
Not too bad...I can still sit out with my morning coffee and my squirrels at about 8am (darkish)
Still no need for shoes or slippers...but a nightie has been replaced by jammies.
Not for inside..dear lord, the combination of 2 hours worth of central heating a night and menopause does not require winter pyjamas.
Still not getting why The Poms moan about the weather...we are into November! And still barefoot weather!
I did buy a waterproof jacket . (after the Scotland and Cornwall experience of finding out my jackets were not waterproof)
So! I have a Fuchsia colored jacket, with hood, insulated, ready for all snow sports, built in gloves (this is my best! How cool is that? Sleeves with gloves! Never ever seen that before!)
On the technical front:
Crystal Densely Woven Shell Fabric
Woo Hoo! Apparently, is Chic...yet Practical! Will keep me dry...and looking great! Good luck to them. I have never yet looked great , maybe I could sue?
Also, my new jacket has a Volume Adjustable Hood. A Snow Seal System. A Water Repellent Zip. (??) A Google Pocket. (??) A Communications Pocket. Adjustable Storm Cuffs. Single Cinch Draw Cords ( no idea) Utility D ring \no idea)
Also..VENTING
Zipped pockets
Detachable braces
Stretch waist (this may be good)
Preformed Knee shape
Integrated Snow Gaiters (gaiter?)
A JACKET! IT IS JUST A BLOODY JACKET FOR FUCK'S SAKE
Still no need for shoes or slippers...but a nightie has been replaced by jammies.
Not for inside..dear lord, the combination of 2 hours worth of central heating a night and menopause does not require winter pyjamas.
Still not getting why The Poms moan about the weather...we are into November! And still barefoot weather!
I did buy a waterproof jacket . (after the Scotland and Cornwall experience of finding out my jackets were not waterproof)
So! I have a Fuchsia colored jacket, with hood, insulated, ready for all snow sports, built in gloves (this is my best! How cool is that? Sleeves with gloves! Never ever seen that before!)
On the technical front:
Crystal Densely Woven Shell Fabric
Woo Hoo! Apparently, is Chic...yet Practical! Will keep me dry...and looking great! Good luck to them. I have never yet looked great , maybe I could sue?
Also, my new jacket has a Volume Adjustable Hood. A Snow Seal System. A Water Repellent Zip. (??) A Google Pocket. (??) A Communications Pocket. Adjustable Storm Cuffs. Single Cinch Draw Cords ( no idea) Utility D ring \no idea)
Also..VENTING
Zipped pockets
Detachable braces
Stretch waist (this may be good)
Preformed Knee shape
Integrated Snow Gaiters (gaiter?)
A JACKET! IT IS JUST A BLOODY JACKET FOR FUCK'S SAKE
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
New Words
OK, so there is no such thing as a 'weed eater', here, in Pom Land, it is a 'strimmer'
Which sounds vaguely rude actually.
The Landlord came by to mow the lawn and 'strim' the garden. Also, he had a new chainsaw , so he chopped down all the bushes.
Also, whilst on the home front, the washing machine has broken down, there is something to be said for renting....just phone the Landlord , and all is fixed. The washing machine people are coming tomorrow, which is a good thing seeing as I have a half washed load of towels in a bucket in the bathroom.
Oh Lordy, once again it seems I am unable to raise my conversation above the kitchen floor...
Which sounds vaguely rude actually.
The Landlord came by to mow the lawn and 'strim' the garden. Also, he had a new chainsaw , so he chopped down all the bushes.
Also, whilst on the home front, the washing machine has broken down, there is something to be said for renting....just phone the Landlord , and all is fixed. The washing machine people are coming tomorrow, which is a good thing seeing as I have a half washed load of towels in a bucket in the bathroom.
Oh Lordy, once again it seems I am unable to raise my conversation above the kitchen floor...
Monday, October 31, 2011
Daylight Saving Again
Another year. Another hour. Another total not actually understanding the whole concept.
So, just as everything was fine, it is now darker earlier . This is a Pom self imposed winter thing. No idea.
Is stupid.
So, just as everything was fine, it is now darker earlier . This is a Pom self imposed winter thing. No idea.
Is stupid.
Happy Halloween
In the past, I have been quite rude about The Worst Pub in The World, but it has redeemed itself big time
and now is my favourite pub. Up until now , The Hubby and I have only popped in for a drink late afternoon , but at night...goodness! This odd pub comes to life. Imagine our surprise on Halloween (which is , for some odd reason, a MASSIVE thing here) to find the pub crowded with hundreds of people, all dressed to kill. (literally)
The pub looked weirdly fabulous, with smoke bombs going off, and special effects lighting, absolutely amazing. There was hardly room to breathe, never mind move.
Then, at 11.30, a strange thing. Must be a Pom thing. The landlord came out to the garden/marquees, and said "Right, everyone inside now", and indeed, all the people , without a murmur, filed into the pub. Impossible really, seeing as the pub was already full, but even though it took a good 10 minutes, everyone squished inside. We had to leave, there was simply no space.
My photos do not do any justice to the evening, as I didn't take my camera and just had the stupid phone camera.
All the drinks were glowing in the ultra violet lights, there was a group of 10 all dressed in amazing alien costumes, klu klux klan, nazis (ok, so not awfully PC) , also, it is not always such a good idea to take photos of arb people, so I did have to restrain myself. But what a hoolie! If we are still here next year, I may even dress. Broken Ankle Man had the best ever Halloween costume, a black T shirt that said BOO!
He is so funny.
and now is my favourite pub. Up until now , The Hubby and I have only popped in for a drink late afternoon , but at night...goodness! This odd pub comes to life. Imagine our surprise on Halloween (which is , for some odd reason, a MASSIVE thing here) to find the pub crowded with hundreds of people, all dressed to kill. (literally)
The pub looked weirdly fabulous, with smoke bombs going off, and special effects lighting, absolutely amazing. There was hardly room to breathe, never mind move.
Then, at 11.30, a strange thing. Must be a Pom thing. The landlord came out to the garden/marquees, and said "Right, everyone inside now", and indeed, all the people , without a murmur, filed into the pub. Impossible really, seeing as the pub was already full, but even though it took a good 10 minutes, everyone squished inside. We had to leave, there was simply no space.
My photos do not do any justice to the evening, as I didn't take my camera and just had the stupid phone camera.
All the drinks were glowing in the ultra violet lights, there was a group of 10 all dressed in amazing alien costumes, klu klux klan, nazis (ok, so not awfully PC) , also, it is not always such a good idea to take photos of arb people, so I did have to restrain myself. But what a hoolie! If we are still here next year, I may even dress. Broken Ankle Man had the best ever Halloween costume, a black T shirt that said BOO!
He is so funny.
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