April 21st

We are really looking forward to spending time with family & friends in Cork this Easter :)

Dave has been able to take 3 days off work next week so we can make the most of the two bank holiday weekends and have 10 days off together. We're travelling over by overnight ferry this evening and coming back on May 2nd. It's been a busy couple of days packing and getting everything together...but almost there now and ready to set off :)

Wishing you all a very Happy Easter!

April 19th

Thank you so much to Ann (Avery) who called round yesterday with a beautiful bunch of daffodils from their allotment. They're all starting to bloom already, Ann, and as you can see they look amazing!!

Yesterday I drove again for the first time since surgery! I only took a short journey and although it was great to be behind the wheel again, I did feel stiff afterwards so I know I'm not ready to drive very far for quite a while :(

It was lovely to see Ann (Phelps) for lunch yesterday and have a proper catch up :) And this afternoon Nicky took me out to Cirencester for lunch and a walk around the shops...it's been really nice to get out and enjoy this amazing sunshine! Although all these lovely lunches & coffees are not so great for my waistline!!

April 17th

The last few days I've been taking my husband's advice and doing nothing!! I've mainly been resting, reading and watching tv. My blood pressure is still low but apart from that I'm feeling well.

I have got out for a couple of walks though and last night Ashley & Nicky took us out to a fabulous restaurant in the countryside for an amazing meal :) Thank you so much for a really lovely evening Ashley & Nicky!

April 14th

Today, I said goodbye to Charis who has just arrived back in Dublin. Thank You so much Charis for coming to see me :-) It's been amazing having you around and look forward to seeing you again really soon.

This evening, Dave & I met up with Alasdair who is down all the way from Lossiemouth in Scotland, working in Swindon for a few days. We enjoyed catching up with him and talking about all that's been going on in each others lives since we last met up. Thank You Alasdair for finding the time to to see us.

Healthwise, I continue to feel well, but think I may have a very relaxing day tomorrow to ensure that my batteries continue to charge :-) It's very easy to want to push myself more and more given that I feel well, but my husband is reigning me in to ensure that I behave myself.