To Prove Nigel Wrong

Nigel and I are having an extended heated discussion as to whether the newly designed roundabout has a lane specifically to the new service station. Nigel still says no. What do you think?

Partly Successful BBQ

The food was fab - well done Nigel. The weather was OK and the company very relaxing but I had next to nothing to eat and what I did came back with avengence!
The pain in my side, shoulder and back is indescribable and making me feel really nauseous. Things can only get better

Come on You Tigers

Just heard this morning that we have been sucessful in securing two season tickets for Leicester Tigers Rugby next season.
Gold tickets in Crumbie stand - really pleased

At Last 3 Hours Consecutive Sleep

Well combination of drugs seem to be doing the trick. Actially managed 3 hours sleep without waking in pain & discomfort. Feeling brighter today and hoping to get into work tomorrow - though I must watch the drugs and driving!

One of Our Hanging Baskets

One on the Eclectus's aviary

Jasper & Bayley

Tolerating one another. A big move for Jasper as he wont normally let Bayley within 3 feet of himself. Progress me thinks!

B*¥#@y Gallstones

Well Ive been struggling the early hours of Wednesday with the worst pain I have every experienced which has been diagnosed as gallstones and infection. Wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy.
Any tablets not doing much for me and pains getting worse and more extensive. So ventured to ring NHS Direct expecting a long drawn out process. Anyway, first phone call at 1040hrs and by 1240hrs I had been assessed by telephone by a nurse and a Doctor and had also been seen by a Doctor in our new Urgent Care Centre
Very impressive.
More painkillers and antispasmodics and fingers firmly crossed

Mobile Blogging

Well I can do this easily with a photo but can't do it with just text. Usually the other way round!!
Still waiting for painkillers to kick in - not too bad as long as I don't move around too much.
Have a look on here and see what I'm up to

Pip Ostellhttp://www.bebo.com/pipkoi4

Perforated Ear Drum

Well wont try this again.
Due to go to GPs and an hour prior to going, intense pain in ear, side of face and down neck which lasted about 10 minutes. This gradually subsided but left me with a deafness in ear and a sensation of water slooshing around. When I checked it out - it was filled with blood.
Luckily going to GP anyway so got them to check. Full of blood, prescribed antibiotics, anti inflamortories and painkillers
Perforated Ear Drum
Got to go back next week to get it checked out
Nice end to a few days off!!

Happy Father's Day

Our first Father's Day when we will not speak. I hope you liked the card.
I still don't understand what has happened or what I am supposed to have done. However. I believed a Father's love was unconditional. Yours apparently is not.
Mine however is. Whatever you have done or said to or about me, I love you.

People Who Influence Your Life

The following is the philosophy of Charles Schultz, the creator of the "Peanuts" comic strip. You don't have to actually answer the questions. Just read the words through, and you'll get the point.
1. Name the five wealthiest people in the world.
2. Name the last five Heisman trophy winners.
3. Name the last five winners of the Miss America.
4. Name ten people who have won the Nobel or Pulitzer Prize.
5. Name the last half dozen Academy Award winner for best actor and actress.
6. Name the last decade's worth of World Series winners.

How did you do?
The point is, none of us remember the headliners of yesterday. These are no second-rate achievers. They are the best in their fields. But the applause dies. Awards tarnish. Achievements are forgotten. Accolades and certificates are buried with their owners . Here's another quiz. See how you do on this one:
1. List a few teachers who aided your journey through school.
2. Name three friends who have helped you through a difficult time.
3. Name five people who have taught you something worthwhile.
4. Think of a few people who have made you feel appreciated and special.
5. Think of five people you enjoy spending time with.

Easier?
The lesson: The people who make a difference in your life are not the ones with the most credentials, the most money, or the most awards. They are the ones that care.

Second Half

At the Interval

Resting our poor botties

The Stage

Shot of the Stage. Absolutely sold out

Kilworth House Theatre

Just waiting to see Oaklahoma after a lovely pre show dinner
www.kilworthhousetheatre.co.uk

Teresa and Bob

Honestly she really wasn't trying to strangle Bob!

Teresa and Big Bob

Teresa and Bob visiting. All the boys getting on really well

Remembering My Darling Mother

I cannot believe that it is 26 years today since my beloved Mummy slipped in the next world, after a long illness filled with painful suffering. She was a devout Christian and for her death held no fear - something for which we, the family, were always eternally thankful for.

God made a wonderful mother,
A mother who never grows old;
He made her smile of the sunshine,
And He moulded her heart of pure gold;
In her eyes He placed bright shining stars,
In her cheeks fair roses you see;
God made a wonderful mother,
And He gave that dear mother to me.

I think about you every day and miss you more today than at anytime in the last 26 years. I hope you know why
Love you
Gussie
xx