Monday, thought it was going to be a lot cooler today but turned out again very hot, rain is forecast this week and seems to be appearing about the time that we hit Scotland. New Fridge Freezer delivered for dad today, got it fitted in and filled up and then had to phone the supplier back as it was making a terrible noise, don't think it was balanced correctly but we cannot seem to make it shut up, so will leave it to the experts. Got all the washing and ironing up to date, as getting ready for our exodus North. Popped into Exeter to pick up a pair of flip flops that I had ordered, also bought a couple of pairs of cultured pearl earrings (from vouchers I received at our retirement party from Douglas's partner and his wife - thank you so much once again) and picked up a couple of things in Lakeland that will be useful at home. So having been here nearly three weeks I finally relented and spent some money. Douglas has his cases sorted out, me, well I know I am going to have a job as I have bought a couple of things online whilst here (uummhh maybe more than a couple) so tomorrow night Douglas's eyebrows will be touching the top of his head LOL.
Tuesday, not doing too much today as need to prepare for our Scotland journey tomorrow, cleaned the house top to bottom for dad, got all the washing and ironing up to date, went shopping to make sure dad has his supplies for the next week and visited my gran and granddads grave to lay flowers. Adrian contacted us to update, only half a kitchen now and one bathroom is being plastered and water proofed, also think we can have the 2nd bathroom as planned, he is still working on the pipe. Cases packed, here we go again.
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Kitchen going
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Master Bathroom on its way
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Wednesday, well we have come to the end of our three weeks in Devon, we have had some fantastic weather and I think Dad has enjoyed the company, driving to Bristol and then we will arrive in Edinburgh at teatime. Richard picked us up at the airport, car a bit dodgy, we discovered it had no oil in it, first stop garage to top up the oil, good old car didn't let us down after all. Nice to be back and be behind the wheel of my car, just need to remember what side of the road I have to drive on, uuumh a couple of scary moments. We are staying at Sean's house for the week ( a good friend of Douglas's) such a nice welcome from Kath (Sean's Mum) with a spotless house, she would make a good House Rental Manager, would easily fit in over in Portugal LOL. Had to pop in and see Katie and Carly and Danielle and of course Douglas had to pop into the Gilvenbank. Yes we are in Fife.
Thursday, Update from Adrian, the pipe is going to go where we want it, finally, just need to dig it in. Meeting Anita, Trevor, John, Yvonne and Steve for Lunch today, had a great lunch with some good banter, nice to catch up with the team from my old work. Then off to Town centre with Katie and the kids while Douglas went to his old work for a catch up. Managed a couple of hours chilling out and watched a bit of TV, funny as have not had a TV for so long caught up with Emmerdale and the Hotel Inspector.
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The pipe!! getting dug in
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Friday, Grandchildren day today, picked up Becky, Amy, Tia, Zoe, Carly and Danielle and of course Katie and yes think it is going to be sunny and warm so off we head to Muddy Boots, well we had a great day, Pig Racing (yes, with Tamworth Pigs) Carly's pig won so she got a free entry next time she visits, quad train - great fun for them all, sledging, cycling - Tia liked this one (with Amy's help), sand - think this was Zoe's favourite, although she had a lot of sand in her pants!!, water ducks, animals, a nice lunch and then more play, and yes it started raining just as we were leaving so everybody had a great day. Managed to pop in and see Ellen and Diane - great catch up, and getting some cross stitch hints and tips for my quiet moments back at home (will be a miracle if I can see the weave to do it but will give it try). Finally back to the house for a chill out. Danny and Lesa popped in for a quick visit, got an update on their holiday to Greece and on how our next Grandchild is coming along, nice neat bump due on the 22nd December, will it be a boy???.
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| 6 Lovely Granddaughters |
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| Tia |
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| Becky |
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| Danielle |
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| Carly |
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| Amy |
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| Zoe |
Saturday, Eilidhs 1st Birthday today (our 7th Granddaughter) so we are heading to Glasgow, first a bit of shopping!!, then off we go, made really good time, knew I was in the right area then got lost, ho hum, a phone call to Laura, help!! did finally get there. Had a great time, Eilidh is getting so big and is coming on so well, good to catch up with Lynne, Nicola, Pamela, Andrew, Laura and of course Eilidh, a nice BBQ, well done Andrew and once again the weather was good for us. It was good also to See Andrews family and their friends also helping them to celebrate. Missed Andrew dressing up as Woody, never mind I am sure there are photos somewhere.
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| Laura, Granny Ann, Granny Pamela |
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| Daddy with the Cake |
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| Something missing!! |
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Happy Family
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Sunday, leisurely day today, going to Katie's to cook a Sunday dinner, special request from Danielle for Grans Sunday Roast, very happy to oblige, nice day with Danny and Lesa and Bump joining us. Back to the house for chilling out ready to start again tomorrow.
Been a good varied week and absolutely shattered but ready to start again tomorrow and catch up with as many friends and the rest of the family before heading home.
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