Thanks for asking Karen - after 2 months in the boot and 2 weeks getting used to not being in the boot, she's almost back to normal, just taking things carefully of course.

Thanks Karen! What's frustrating is that I can't book a proper appointment when it's due, but have to ask to be put on the waiting list and then wait for them to contact me, and hope I don't miss the call! Hey-ho!

Crikey, that was a close shave with the muddy bank and the river! Glad your sister came to the rescue in time, so you could have a laugh about it! Just be careful next time you go that way in winter! :)

TY for spotting the WD

Sorry Karen haven't been around, congratulations to all. xxx

Ty for spotting the stork

Hi Karen, sorry you've come down with a cold.  You could do with some juice from that lemon yourself now, in hot water with honey!  Hope you soon feel better. Take care. x

Thanks for the lemon update! :)  So pleased it ripened.  I hope you got to taste some after all these weeks (months?!) of anticipation! :)

Happy Weekend! :)
Yep, Australia always looks like a good option. My aunt lived there for several years when I was young.  Hope things work out well for him, whatever he ends up doing. 

Hi Karen, that's handy you can walk to work and at least walking home it's still daylight through the winter months.  Would there be any opportunities for your son where any of your sisters live abroad? My Mum has a Fairyland friend in SA too and most of her family have moved away for the same reason you mentioned.  What age do you qualify for a pension in SA?  Over here the State Pension used to start at 60 for women and 65 for men, but they increased the ages, so I won't get mine till I'm 67. Take care and have a good day. :)