Up as usual for my morning chill outside. Had my first coffee on my own. When I was ready for my second I went and dragged Hubby out of bed to join me. We sat chatting for about half an hour. After breakfast Hubby left for the Dr. and I started office work.
Hubby phoned after being at the Dr. He had gone to pick up the forms to have blood test before seeing the Dr. on Wednesday. He was given the forms and then asked about the Oz trip. The Dr. changed his appointment to the 11th so as to see him as close to departure date as possible. His gall bladder must come out as being diabetic makes leaving it more dangerous. He will have to be on medication while in Oz to make sure it doesn’t suddenly get infected again which could develop into septicemia. The op will be done the day after our return.
Diane and I continued with computer work until lunch time. After lunch we went into Meyerton to do some shopping – I needed something to cook for supper. First we checked out the clothes shops. I found some sandals for our holiday at the first shop. The second shop was the best. Diane found herself a dress and shoes for the wedding. She needs comfortable shoes as she will be taking the pics at the wedding. She managed to run a couple of steps in them so knew they were perfect. I found a pair of three quarters for myself. After this successful spree we were ready for the mundane – grocery shopping. We decided on stir-fry for supper as it is quick and easy plus its Diane’s ideal vegetarian meal. We do the meat separately so she doesn’t pollute her meal.
When we got back we had a coffee and put the airtime on the computer to carry on working. The thunder started rumbling so we quickly finished and switched off. Hubby arrived home and we all sat outside having a glass of wine. A light rain started and it turned very chilly and windy. Diane and I made supper which was delicious. After supper we watched TV and then I went to bed as I wasn’t feeling too good – I had a cold and sore throat starting so I dosed up before getting into bed..
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
Monday, November 2, 2009
Our Weekend
Saturday
I was up early as usual to another overcast morning. Ali was already leaving for her weekend and after putting Travis in the car said bye. I had my coffee chilling outside. I had my second cup out there before doing my blog quickly.
Hubby left for the workshop after breakfast so Diane and I decided to get on with some more cleaning. I put washing on hoping it would stay clear long enough to dry. Luckily we had no rain and I managed to clear all my washing. The weather was still clear to I started doing my lounge curtains. We finished the bathroom – it is amazing how many almost empty containers of cream, shampoo etc. accumulate. We were very ruthless and got rid of plenty.
We stopped several times throughout the day to chill outside with a cup of something. Got to keep up the energy and motivation. Hubby phoned late afternoon to say he was with his friend at the hospital.
The friend had been at the bank that morning and his bakkie was stolen. The police took him back to his workshop. Hubby stopped to see him on his way home. The friend was still very upset and being agitated was not concentrating so cut himself while using his saw. Hubby took him to the hospital as the cut was rather bad. They did x-rays to check that the bone had not been cut and then gave him six stitches. Hubby took him home afterwards and arrived home at six.
By now Diane and I had finally finished so we decided to get ready and go to the German Deli which had advertised a Halloween Evening. We thought it would be fun to see the costumes. Hubby just wanted to rest after his busy day so just the two of us went.
Most of the people were dressed up with a few ghosts and skeletons among the kids who left to go `trick or treat’ down the road. Diane and I went to see about ordering food. They said they would be braaing shortly so we got ourselves a cooldrink and sat down to drink it and wait for the food. I certainly didn’t feel like going home and cooking. After about an hour they asked us what we wanted to order. We placed our order and ordered a drink to have with the food. The food was really good and we enjoyed the evening – the people were really friendly. As I was the only one there without little children dressed up I was asked to pick names out the hat for the kids to get the prizes. We left shortly afterwards to go home and give Hubby his food.
We watched a bit of TV but as we were both tired were in bed by 10.30pm.
Sunday
I was up early to let the dogs out and chill outside with my coffee. No lying in today as we had too much to do. I cleared my ironing and vacuumed and mopped the rest of the bedrooms and guest loo. All the lounge curtains were down and clean so I moved all the furniture away from the windows to start cleaning. I quickly cleaned the fan and lights as well as the wall above the windows and the rails.
By now it was time to shower and get dressed to leave for Bedford Centre where we were going to meet my sister and her daughter for coffee. Hubby chilled at home to rest his foot and we left. We arrived at 10.30am on the dot and went in to the Mugg and Bean. Sis and Kim were already there. We ordered coffees and breakfast. Well at least Val and I did. Diane had a salad and Kim had flap jacks. We spent an agreeable time chatting and eating before going around the shops. I decided to look for a cami and was pleased to find what I wanted at the first place I tried. We walked across to Exclusive Books where we said goodbye to each other. Diane and I went in for a quick browse and each bought a book after which we left for home.
We arrived back at half one and decided to have a rest before carrying on with the lounge. When we got up we chilled under the trees with a Milo before starting the lounge. Hubby made supper as we were still busy and I must say he made a delicious supper. Diane and I had ours outside with a glass of wine each. We then carried on cleaning. Diane did the kitchen while I did the lounge. We stopped to watch the movie at eight which was a comedy. The lounge was eventually finished at half eleven. Everything in there is clean now from cushions to the pictures and it looks good. Diane and I gave the bar a quick clean before going to bed. It was no good leaving that dirty as dirt would just tramp into the lounge.
Well that was our weekend. Work, work and more work but at least we still had time to chill and enjoy ourselves.
Cheers and have a good week. Two weeks to go and we are in Oz!
I was up early as usual to another overcast morning. Ali was already leaving for her weekend and after putting Travis in the car said bye. I had my coffee chilling outside. I had my second cup out there before doing my blog quickly.
Hubby left for the workshop after breakfast so Diane and I decided to get on with some more cleaning. I put washing on hoping it would stay clear long enough to dry. Luckily we had no rain and I managed to clear all my washing. The weather was still clear to I started doing my lounge curtains. We finished the bathroom – it is amazing how many almost empty containers of cream, shampoo etc. accumulate. We were very ruthless and got rid of plenty.
We stopped several times throughout the day to chill outside with a cup of something. Got to keep up the energy and motivation. Hubby phoned late afternoon to say he was with his friend at the hospital.
The friend had been at the bank that morning and his bakkie was stolen. The police took him back to his workshop. Hubby stopped to see him on his way home. The friend was still very upset and being agitated was not concentrating so cut himself while using his saw. Hubby took him to the hospital as the cut was rather bad. They did x-rays to check that the bone had not been cut and then gave him six stitches. Hubby took him home afterwards and arrived home at six.
By now Diane and I had finally finished so we decided to get ready and go to the German Deli which had advertised a Halloween Evening. We thought it would be fun to see the costumes. Hubby just wanted to rest after his busy day so just the two of us went.
Most of the people were dressed up with a few ghosts and skeletons among the kids who left to go `trick or treat’ down the road. Diane and I went to see about ordering food. They said they would be braaing shortly so we got ourselves a cooldrink and sat down to drink it and wait for the food. I certainly didn’t feel like going home and cooking. After about an hour they asked us what we wanted to order. We placed our order and ordered a drink to have with the food. The food was really good and we enjoyed the evening – the people were really friendly. As I was the only one there without little children dressed up I was asked to pick names out the hat for the kids to get the prizes. We left shortly afterwards to go home and give Hubby his food.
We watched a bit of TV but as we were both tired were in bed by 10.30pm.
Sunday
I was up early to let the dogs out and chill outside with my coffee. No lying in today as we had too much to do. I cleared my ironing and vacuumed and mopped the rest of the bedrooms and guest loo. All the lounge curtains were down and clean so I moved all the furniture away from the windows to start cleaning. I quickly cleaned the fan and lights as well as the wall above the windows and the rails.
By now it was time to shower and get dressed to leave for Bedford Centre where we were going to meet my sister and her daughter for coffee. Hubby chilled at home to rest his foot and we left. We arrived at 10.30am on the dot and went in to the Mugg and Bean. Sis and Kim were already there. We ordered coffees and breakfast. Well at least Val and I did. Diane had a salad and Kim had flap jacks. We spent an agreeable time chatting and eating before going around the shops. I decided to look for a cami and was pleased to find what I wanted at the first place I tried. We walked across to Exclusive Books where we said goodbye to each other. Diane and I went in for a quick browse and each bought a book after which we left for home.
We arrived back at half one and decided to have a rest before carrying on with the lounge. When we got up we chilled under the trees with a Milo before starting the lounge. Hubby made supper as we were still busy and I must say he made a delicious supper. Diane and I had ours outside with a glass of wine each. We then carried on cleaning. Diane did the kitchen while I did the lounge. We stopped to watch the movie at eight which was a comedy. The lounge was eventually finished at half eleven. Everything in there is clean now from cushions to the pictures and it looks good. Diane and I gave the bar a quick clean before going to bed. It was no good leaving that dirty as dirt would just tramp into the lounge.
Well that was our weekend. Work, work and more work but at least we still had time to chill and enjoy ourselves.
Cheers and have a good week. Two weeks to go and we are in Oz!
Friday, October 30, 2009
Another week ended
Thursday
Up as usual to a very chilly and windy morning. Had my coffee sitting on the kitchen chair sitting by the back door. At least I could still hear the birds. Did my usual chores before giving Hubby his breakfast. We decided to go to the bank today to sort out things for Oz. Ali left for her Top Tots class with Travis and Hubby and I left for the bank.
First I went and did some business banking – internet doesn’t help when you deposit. Hubby waited in the car for me and then we went across to the other bank. The lady assisting us was very helpful. We needed a proof of residence so I quickly went across to the Council office to get it while Hubby wandered around a second-hand shop. When we got back to the bank it didn’t take too long, thank goodness, though when we finished it was eleven already. Ali had asked me to meet her at the hairdressers at half eleven to take Travis. She wanted to get her hair cut before the holiday.
I phoned her and told her we would come past the class and fetch him – to go home just to get my car and go back would have been ridiculous. We fetched him and then decided to go to the German Deli for something to eat. We sat outside as it was easier with Travis. We ordered coffee which came with a biscuit. Travis was very happy to share them with us. We ordered Rye sandwiches and before they came Travis had fallen asleep. We ate and then headed for home.
Travis was still asleep so I put him down to finish his nap. Hubby decided it was too late to bother going in so he chilled for the rest of the day. Travis woke up and I fed him. I then spent the afternoon playing with him in his room. Hubby felt like something nice to eat so went off to the shop. He got back at four with chocolates for all as well as fruit for a salad. Ali arrived back as he was unpacking the shopping. She had decided to get a colour and streaks as well as a cut. She took Travis and as she was starving she had supper early. (Leftover spaghetti bolognaise)
Diane and I had a business meeting in Alberton at six so we got ready to leave. It had started to rain and as the highway is hectic in bad weather we wanted to leave early. We arrived at News Café at five and had a coffee. We decided to have a meal before the other person arrived. We were just finishing our meal when the guy arrived. The meeting went well and we each had a Hunters Dry afterwards before leaving for home.
Thunder was still rumbling around so we watched TV before going to bed.
Friday
Today the weather was a bit brighter and I was able to have my coffee outside under the trees again. The birds were also happy as there seemed to be more of them singing in the trees. After breakfast Hubby left for the workshop and before I could start anything Ali brought Travis to me as she was off to work. He was very miserable with a cough and runny nose. I spent my day wiping it clean.
Diane and I needed to go into Meyerton quickly as she had to sort out a stop order on her account. From Meyerton we went straight to Alberton where I sorted out wages and did a couple of faxes. Travis was still very miserable and hadn’t slept yet (it was almost twelve) so we stopped at KFC and got Sprinkle Pops. He fell asleep after having a few. He woke up when we got back but was still very tired so I soothed him back to sleep. Unfortunately he didn’t sleep long and I spent the rest of the afternoon keeping him amused. He was still very miserable so it wasn’t easy.
At four Diane and I sat outside with him and we had a glass of wine while he played around. Storm clouds built up again. We were able to sit till five before it started drizzling. I fed Travis and then let him play in his room some more so that he would be really tired. I bathed him at six and phoned Ali to see what time she would be home. She was running late and as the weather was bad on the highway she would be held up even more.
Travis was really tired now so I gave him his bottle and he fell asleep. Hubby and a friend have started having coffee and a snack on a Friday afternoon so he only arrived home at half six. Lucky for me he had bought burgers home so I didn’t need to cook. Diane and I watched TV as the weather was still bad. Ali arrived home at eight, exhausted after her long day. The highway had been a nightmare to drive on. Strange how bad weather makes bad drivers.
Last night the Neighbourhood Watch was having a blitz (everyone patrols at the same time) and they warned us that they would be testing the siren as well. As Ali got to the gate and climbed out to open it the siren went off. She got such a fright that she jumped back into her car and reversed back out the driveway and onto the road. When she got down the road she phoned me to ask what was wrong. She was so relieved to hear it was just the siren test but had got such a fright she would only come back if I went to the gate. When she got in she just ate and got ready for bed. Diane and I spent the evening watching TV. I quickly did this blog Saturday morning and must now post it.
Cheers. Have a good weekend.
Up as usual to a very chilly and windy morning. Had my coffee sitting on the kitchen chair sitting by the back door. At least I could still hear the birds. Did my usual chores before giving Hubby his breakfast. We decided to go to the bank today to sort out things for Oz. Ali left for her Top Tots class with Travis and Hubby and I left for the bank.
First I went and did some business banking – internet doesn’t help when you deposit. Hubby waited in the car for me and then we went across to the other bank. The lady assisting us was very helpful. We needed a proof of residence so I quickly went across to the Council office to get it while Hubby wandered around a second-hand shop. When we got back to the bank it didn’t take too long, thank goodness, though when we finished it was eleven already. Ali had asked me to meet her at the hairdressers at half eleven to take Travis. She wanted to get her hair cut before the holiday.
I phoned her and told her we would come past the class and fetch him – to go home just to get my car and go back would have been ridiculous. We fetched him and then decided to go to the German Deli for something to eat. We sat outside as it was easier with Travis. We ordered coffee which came with a biscuit. Travis was very happy to share them with us. We ordered Rye sandwiches and before they came Travis had fallen asleep. We ate and then headed for home.
Travis was still asleep so I put him down to finish his nap. Hubby decided it was too late to bother going in so he chilled for the rest of the day. Travis woke up and I fed him. I then spent the afternoon playing with him in his room. Hubby felt like something nice to eat so went off to the shop. He got back at four with chocolates for all as well as fruit for a salad. Ali arrived back as he was unpacking the shopping. She had decided to get a colour and streaks as well as a cut. She took Travis and as she was starving she had supper early. (Leftover spaghetti bolognaise)
Diane and I had a business meeting in Alberton at six so we got ready to leave. It had started to rain and as the highway is hectic in bad weather we wanted to leave early. We arrived at News Café at five and had a coffee. We decided to have a meal before the other person arrived. We were just finishing our meal when the guy arrived. The meeting went well and we each had a Hunters Dry afterwards before leaving for home.
Thunder was still rumbling around so we watched TV before going to bed.
Friday
Today the weather was a bit brighter and I was able to have my coffee outside under the trees again. The birds were also happy as there seemed to be more of them singing in the trees. After breakfast Hubby left for the workshop and before I could start anything Ali brought Travis to me as she was off to work. He was very miserable with a cough and runny nose. I spent my day wiping it clean.
Diane and I needed to go into Meyerton quickly as she had to sort out a stop order on her account. From Meyerton we went straight to Alberton where I sorted out wages and did a couple of faxes. Travis was still very miserable and hadn’t slept yet (it was almost twelve) so we stopped at KFC and got Sprinkle Pops. He fell asleep after having a few. He woke up when we got back but was still very tired so I soothed him back to sleep. Unfortunately he didn’t sleep long and I spent the rest of the afternoon keeping him amused. He was still very miserable so it wasn’t easy.
At four Diane and I sat outside with him and we had a glass of wine while he played around. Storm clouds built up again. We were able to sit till five before it started drizzling. I fed Travis and then let him play in his room some more so that he would be really tired. I bathed him at six and phoned Ali to see what time she would be home. She was running late and as the weather was bad on the highway she would be held up even more.
Travis was really tired now so I gave him his bottle and he fell asleep. Hubby and a friend have started having coffee and a snack on a Friday afternoon so he only arrived home at half six. Lucky for me he had bought burgers home so I didn’t need to cook. Diane and I watched TV as the weather was still bad. Ali arrived home at eight, exhausted after her long day. The highway had been a nightmare to drive on. Strange how bad weather makes bad drivers.
Last night the Neighbourhood Watch was having a blitz (everyone patrols at the same time) and they warned us that they would be testing the siren as well. As Ali got to the gate and climbed out to open it the siren went off. She got such a fright that she jumped back into her car and reversed back out the driveway and onto the road. When she got down the road she phoned me to ask what was wrong. She was so relieved to hear it was just the siren test but had got such a fright she would only come back if I went to the gate. When she got in she just ate and got ready for bed. Diane and I spent the evening watching TV. I quickly did this blog Saturday morning and must now post it.
Cheers. Have a good weekend.
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Hectic Wednesday
Hubby woke me up before 4.30am while he was getting ready to leave for the workshop. (It is impossible for him to do anything quietly).He wanted to leave early as he was going to help someone start a Cadillac and needed to be there by 6am. I went back to sleep after he left and was woken at five by Ali who was leaving for work (she also wanted to be early). She gave me Travis who went back to sleep with me.
I was up at 6am as usual and let the dogs out. The morning was pleasant and I had my coffee outside while listening for Travis to wake up. I fed the dogs, had a piece of toast and a second coffee. Travis was still sleeping so I showered quickly and got dressed. Talk about perfect timing! As I finished Travis woke up. He had a drink and some cereal sitting outside with me, after which he had his bath. Next was off to his Creche. He was not happy to be left there and was crying when I left.
I got back at eight and after giving the gardener his tea Diane and I left for the workshop to go and fax statements. When we arrived we first looked at the `work in progress’ on a Studebaker Lark Hubby is busy with. It was really looking good. I faxed statements and did some queries while there. Work went well and we were finished before 10.30am so we quickly went to Alberton City shopping centre. First stop was the coffee shop where I had a Red Cappuccino and Diane had a Red Latte. We both had a snack of crumbed Mozzarella and chips. After eating we went looking for a Cami Top for me for the wedding in Oz. No Luck. I bought a couple of things for Travis ready for OZ.
By now it was half eleven so we left to fetch Travis. We made it just in time for twelve. Travis had not had a good morning as he had cried all the time. He was happy to see me. We stopped at the shop opposite and bought some fruit for his lunch. After lunch, which he had under the trees as it was so lovely outside, Travis and I had a nap. By now I was really feeling tired.
Ali got home just after three and took Travis. We had a drink and I checked my emails before starting supper. I sat outside with Travis in the sandpit while having my glass of wine. Hubby came home late as he had been longer than expected with the Cadillac.
We had supper and then I scanned all the faxes that go via computer and sent them. I finished in time to watch half of CSI but luckily was able to watch a double feature of NCIS. I have cleaned the kitchen and we have had our Milo so after posting the blog we are off to bed.
Cheers
I was up at 6am as usual and let the dogs out. The morning was pleasant and I had my coffee outside while listening for Travis to wake up. I fed the dogs, had a piece of toast and a second coffee. Travis was still sleeping so I showered quickly and got dressed. Talk about perfect timing! As I finished Travis woke up. He had a drink and some cereal sitting outside with me, after which he had his bath. Next was off to his Creche. He was not happy to be left there and was crying when I left.
I got back at eight and after giving the gardener his tea Diane and I left for the workshop to go and fax statements. When we arrived we first looked at the `work in progress’ on a Studebaker Lark Hubby is busy with. It was really looking good. I faxed statements and did some queries while there. Work went well and we were finished before 10.30am so we quickly went to Alberton City shopping centre. First stop was the coffee shop where I had a Red Cappuccino and Diane had a Red Latte. We both had a snack of crumbed Mozzarella and chips. After eating we went looking for a Cami Top for me for the wedding in Oz. No Luck. I bought a couple of things for Travis ready for OZ.
By now it was half eleven so we left to fetch Travis. We made it just in time for twelve. Travis had not had a good morning as he had cried all the time. He was happy to see me. We stopped at the shop opposite and bought some fruit for his lunch. After lunch, which he had under the trees as it was so lovely outside, Travis and I had a nap. By now I was really feeling tired.
Ali got home just after three and took Travis. We had a drink and I checked my emails before starting supper. I sat outside with Travis in the sandpit while having my glass of wine. Hubby came home late as he had been longer than expected with the Cadillac.
We had supper and then I scanned all the faxes that go via computer and sent them. I finished in time to watch half of CSI but luckily was able to watch a double feature of NCIS. I have cleaned the kitchen and we have had our Milo so after posting the blog we are off to bed.
Cheers
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
New Week
Monday
THREE WEEKS TO GO and we will be in Oz. Unbelievable! There is so much to do still.
Up as usual for my morning coffee outside. Lovely morning again. Put washing on while I had my second cup. Fed the dogs and had breakfast. Hung up the washing and put another load on.
Diane and I got stuck into the office spring-clean. Also cleared some office queries. Hubby wasn’t feeling too good so he came home just after lunch. His stomach(gall bladder!) is feeling rather painful again. He had too good a weekend. By now the weather was building up for rain again so I put a third load of washing on and took off what was dry. (I’m sure you can imagine the ironing piling up again)
I needed to go to the shops so decided to go while the washing was on. Diane and I went into Meyerton while Hubby rested. We had several shops to go to so it was nearly five when we got back. The sky was very dark and the wind was blowing hard. We unloaded the shopping and I got the rest of the washing off the line. I had a quick glass of wine with Diane outside. As we finished it started to rain.
I started supper and while I was busy Ali and Travis arrived home. Because of Hubby’s stomach I made very plain food – baked potato and lamb for him- with creamed spinach for the rest of us. He is back to drinking black tea. We ate and because of the weather couldn’t use computers so we watched TV. The late movie was called `Perfume’ and was about a very sick guy who killed girls to distill their perfume. I can’t believe we even watched it. No accounting for taste! We had 11mm of rain.
Tuesday
When I got up to let the dogs out the weather was overcast and very chilly with a strong wind. Too unpleasant to be outside so I had my coffee in front of the TV. Hung my washing out (yesterdays lot) in case we had more rain. Fed animals and made breakfast. Ali left for work taking Travis to Creche on the way.
Hubby left for the workshop and I started my invoices and statements. I worked until eleven then got ready to go to the bank before fetching Travis at twelve. Travis had a good day at the crèche and was pleased to see me. We had lunch when we got back. Travis was tired so fell asleep about 2.15pm. I quickly did some more office work until he woke at three. We sat outside as the weather was nice and sunny having a drink and donuts – oops not helping with looking good in Oz. Will have to behave tomorrow though I know we have lots of exercise lined up for us there. Travis enjoyed sharing with me.
We spent the rest of the afternoon playing in the play area. We were sitting in the sandpit when Hubby came home and he joined us there. Diane made us coffee and Hubby had his black tea. The sand was a bit wet still and Travis got rather dirty. Hubby took him around to the swing and horse. I was sitting in the sandpit doing a crossword puzzle when Hubby started laughing and told me to come and look at Travis. He had taken Travis on the slide and there was water in the bottom of it from the rain. He was filthy and his nappy was dripping wet. I stripped him off and took him for a bath. After his bath I gave him his supper and started ours. After we ate Ali came home and put Travis to bed. Diane and I watched TV – there are some good programs on Tuesdays. We have started watching Ghost Whisperer as well as CSI. I carried on with my statements in-between the two shows. We had our Milo while CSI was on. I have 14 invoices left for my last statement which I will do while Diane posts the blog. I think we deserve another Milo now.
Cheers for now.
THREE WEEKS TO GO and we will be in Oz. Unbelievable! There is so much to do still.
Up as usual for my morning coffee outside. Lovely morning again. Put washing on while I had my second cup. Fed the dogs and had breakfast. Hung up the washing and put another load on.
Diane and I got stuck into the office spring-clean. Also cleared some office queries. Hubby wasn’t feeling too good so he came home just after lunch. His stomach(gall bladder!) is feeling rather painful again. He had too good a weekend. By now the weather was building up for rain again so I put a third load of washing on and took off what was dry. (I’m sure you can imagine the ironing piling up again)
I needed to go to the shops so decided to go while the washing was on. Diane and I went into Meyerton while Hubby rested. We had several shops to go to so it was nearly five when we got back. The sky was very dark and the wind was blowing hard. We unloaded the shopping and I got the rest of the washing off the line. I had a quick glass of wine with Diane outside. As we finished it started to rain.
I started supper and while I was busy Ali and Travis arrived home. Because of Hubby’s stomach I made very plain food – baked potato and lamb for him- with creamed spinach for the rest of us. He is back to drinking black tea. We ate and because of the weather couldn’t use computers so we watched TV. The late movie was called `Perfume’ and was about a very sick guy who killed girls to distill their perfume. I can’t believe we even watched it. No accounting for taste! We had 11mm of rain.
Tuesday
When I got up to let the dogs out the weather was overcast and very chilly with a strong wind. Too unpleasant to be outside so I had my coffee in front of the TV. Hung my washing out (yesterdays lot) in case we had more rain. Fed animals and made breakfast. Ali left for work taking Travis to Creche on the way.
Hubby left for the workshop and I started my invoices and statements. I worked until eleven then got ready to go to the bank before fetching Travis at twelve. Travis had a good day at the crèche and was pleased to see me. We had lunch when we got back. Travis was tired so fell asleep about 2.15pm. I quickly did some more office work until he woke at three. We sat outside as the weather was nice and sunny having a drink and donuts – oops not helping with looking good in Oz. Will have to behave tomorrow though I know we have lots of exercise lined up for us there. Travis enjoyed sharing with me.
We spent the rest of the afternoon playing in the play area. We were sitting in the sandpit when Hubby came home and he joined us there. Diane made us coffee and Hubby had his black tea. The sand was a bit wet still and Travis got rather dirty. Hubby took him around to the swing and horse. I was sitting in the sandpit doing a crossword puzzle when Hubby started laughing and told me to come and look at Travis. He had taken Travis on the slide and there was water in the bottom of it from the rain. He was filthy and his nappy was dripping wet. I stripped him off and took him for a bath. After his bath I gave him his supper and started ours. After we ate Ali came home and put Travis to bed. Diane and I watched TV – there are some good programs on Tuesdays. We have started watching Ghost Whisperer as well as CSI. I carried on with my statements in-between the two shows. We had our Milo while CSI was on. I have 14 invoices left for my last statement which I will do while Diane posts the blog. I think we deserve another Milo now.
Cheers for now.
Sunday, October 25, 2009
Another weekend
Saturday
Up early to let the spoilt ones out with their biscuits. Packed away the washing up. Travis woke at half six. We both chilled outside – me with my coffee and Travis with some tea. I had my second cup while he finished his tea. It was a lovely morning again. Gave Travis some cereal while still chilling outside. He thoroughly enjoyed being outdoors.
Ali arrived and took Travis to bath him and sort herself out for her weekend. Made breakfast and took Hubby his. Fed the dogs, cleaned the kitchen and then got down to clearing my ironing which had piled up. I finished all of the backlog and put out another lot of washing on the line. (More ironing – Whoppee!)
By the time all this was done it was time to shower and wash my hair as Hubby and I were off to his cousin for lunch. We left as the clouds rolled in and thunder started rumbling in the distance. Halfway to Alberton we drove into a cloudburst. The rain was so heavy we could hardly see in front of us. When we reached Alberton it was clear again. Rain is funny stuff – we have stood outside here in bright sunshine and down below on the highway it will be pouring with rain.
The highway wasn’t too bad and we arrived at one. We sat on the patio chatting and having a drink – red wine for me of course. It was lovely to see Dennis and Marion and we spent a pleasant hour or so catching up with each other’s latest news. Marion brought the lunch out and we got down to the serious business of eating. There was a chicken pasta dish, salad and crispy ciabatta bread. It was all very tasty. This was followed by a lemon cheesecake and ice-cream. We sat around the table chatting, eating, drinking and having a good laugh. It really was a great afternoon and we were sorry to leave.
We left at five as we had been invited out for an evening braai. Coming home was a nightmare. There was such congestion on the highway thanks to the road works everywhere. Driving on our highways is really pathetic as they are working on every highway around Joburg. No such thing as do one and finish before going onto the next. While we were on the way I phoned Diane to tell her we were on the way and to get ready for us to pick her up. We arrived back at six and both Hubby and I rushed in for the loo.
As soon as we were ready we locked up and put the alarm on. Luckily we were just going to the top of the road to Trevor and Margie. Debbie is staying with them and we were going to meet the boyfriend. He is Canadian and was visiting for the last time as Debbie is going to live in Canada at the end of the year.
We arrived and were offered a drink. I had a coke in an effort to dilute the wine I had over lunch. We chatted awhile getting to know Dave and then moved out to the patio to start braaing. There is nothing to beat the smell of meat on the braai. We were in great company again and really enjoyed ourselves. Once the meat was ready we dished up. There was wors, chops and steak with salads, rolls, pap and gravy. I wasn’t too hungry after lunch and took a small helping. The chops were delicious –nice and crispy. After eating Debbie told us about her record player and collection of seven singles and then went to fetch it. We sat listening to her music for ages. She had ` Rhodesians never die’ and the ` UDI’ singles. It really bought back memories listening to them. Her record player was a supersonic (Rhodesian made).We had a lovely chat about the good old days up there.
We left about ten and came home to bed.
Sunday.
Up early to let the dogs out and then back to bed to have my one and only lie in. Woke up at nine to the smell of breakfast cooking. I hadn’t even heard Hubby get up. Sat outside with my breakfast chilling. It was really peaceful with no sound of people anywhere. The sun was shining in a gorgeous blue sky. Had my cup of coffee outside and just relaxed listening to the birds around the garden.
Heard the dogs barking at the front and shouted to Hubby that it sounded as if they had found a snake. I went out and they were standing around the little bridge across the stream-to-be. Hubby came out with his pellet gun. Diane joined us. We couldn’t see anything so Hubby took the hosepipe to poke underneath the bridge. He gave me the pellet gun to hold. I told him I would poke around with the hosepipe while he took the gun. Really! What would I do if a snake popped it’s head out – throw the gun at it. I noticed a large landmine just behind Hubby and told him to be careful. Nothing happened with all the poking around and my attention wandered which is when I noticed the landmine was all flat. I looked at Hubby. Gross! His shoe was covered and even the ends of his toes. When he says he has no feeling in his feet he means it. Diane and I couldn’t stop laughing. He took the hosepipe and rinsed his shoe and foot. I told him he had better go and disinfect his foot. The snake must have found a hole to hide in because we never found it.
The rest of the morning was spent relaxing outside. At about two Diane and I got stuck into the passage. We took every single book out of the bookcases shelf by shelf, dusted each book and shelf and reorganized the shelves. There are three bookcases each with five shelves so it took quite a time. Hubby made himself supper as we were still busy and weren’t hungry yet. We finished just before eight and while I vacuumed and mopped the passage Diane made us cheese and biscuits. We ate them while watching District 9 on her computer. It was quite a funny movie about the Alien Prawns. After the movie I cleaned the kitchen and Diane made the Milo. WE are now ready to post the blog and go to bed. I have just realized the time. Its Monday morning.
Cheers. Hope your weekend was as good as ours. Have a good week
Up early to let the spoilt ones out with their biscuits. Packed away the washing up. Travis woke at half six. We both chilled outside – me with my coffee and Travis with some tea. I had my second cup while he finished his tea. It was a lovely morning again. Gave Travis some cereal while still chilling outside. He thoroughly enjoyed being outdoors.
Ali arrived and took Travis to bath him and sort herself out for her weekend. Made breakfast and took Hubby his. Fed the dogs, cleaned the kitchen and then got down to clearing my ironing which had piled up. I finished all of the backlog and put out another lot of washing on the line. (More ironing – Whoppee!)
By the time all this was done it was time to shower and wash my hair as Hubby and I were off to his cousin for lunch. We left as the clouds rolled in and thunder started rumbling in the distance. Halfway to Alberton we drove into a cloudburst. The rain was so heavy we could hardly see in front of us. When we reached Alberton it was clear again. Rain is funny stuff – we have stood outside here in bright sunshine and down below on the highway it will be pouring with rain.
The highway wasn’t too bad and we arrived at one. We sat on the patio chatting and having a drink – red wine for me of course. It was lovely to see Dennis and Marion and we spent a pleasant hour or so catching up with each other’s latest news. Marion brought the lunch out and we got down to the serious business of eating. There was a chicken pasta dish, salad and crispy ciabatta bread. It was all very tasty. This was followed by a lemon cheesecake and ice-cream. We sat around the table chatting, eating, drinking and having a good laugh. It really was a great afternoon and we were sorry to leave.
We left at five as we had been invited out for an evening braai. Coming home was a nightmare. There was such congestion on the highway thanks to the road works everywhere. Driving on our highways is really pathetic as they are working on every highway around Joburg. No such thing as do one and finish before going onto the next. While we were on the way I phoned Diane to tell her we were on the way and to get ready for us to pick her up. We arrived back at six and both Hubby and I rushed in for the loo.
As soon as we were ready we locked up and put the alarm on. Luckily we were just going to the top of the road to Trevor and Margie. Debbie is staying with them and we were going to meet the boyfriend. He is Canadian and was visiting for the last time as Debbie is going to live in Canada at the end of the year.
We arrived and were offered a drink. I had a coke in an effort to dilute the wine I had over lunch. We chatted awhile getting to know Dave and then moved out to the patio to start braaing. There is nothing to beat the smell of meat on the braai. We were in great company again and really enjoyed ourselves. Once the meat was ready we dished up. There was wors, chops and steak with salads, rolls, pap and gravy. I wasn’t too hungry after lunch and took a small helping. The chops were delicious –nice and crispy. After eating Debbie told us about her record player and collection of seven singles and then went to fetch it. We sat listening to her music for ages. She had ` Rhodesians never die’ and the ` UDI’ singles. It really bought back memories listening to them. Her record player was a supersonic (Rhodesian made).We had a lovely chat about the good old days up there.
We left about ten and came home to bed.
Sunday.
Up early to let the dogs out and then back to bed to have my one and only lie in. Woke up at nine to the smell of breakfast cooking. I hadn’t even heard Hubby get up. Sat outside with my breakfast chilling. It was really peaceful with no sound of people anywhere. The sun was shining in a gorgeous blue sky. Had my cup of coffee outside and just relaxed listening to the birds around the garden.
Heard the dogs barking at the front and shouted to Hubby that it sounded as if they had found a snake. I went out and they were standing around the little bridge across the stream-to-be. Hubby came out with his pellet gun. Diane joined us. We couldn’t see anything so Hubby took the hosepipe to poke underneath the bridge. He gave me the pellet gun to hold. I told him I would poke around with the hosepipe while he took the gun. Really! What would I do if a snake popped it’s head out – throw the gun at it. I noticed a large landmine just behind Hubby and told him to be careful. Nothing happened with all the poking around and my attention wandered which is when I noticed the landmine was all flat. I looked at Hubby. Gross! His shoe was covered and even the ends of his toes. When he says he has no feeling in his feet he means it. Diane and I couldn’t stop laughing. He took the hosepipe and rinsed his shoe and foot. I told him he had better go and disinfect his foot. The snake must have found a hole to hide in because we never found it.
The rest of the morning was spent relaxing outside. At about two Diane and I got stuck into the passage. We took every single book out of the bookcases shelf by shelf, dusted each book and shelf and reorganized the shelves. There are three bookcases each with five shelves so it took quite a time. Hubby made himself supper as we were still busy and weren’t hungry yet. We finished just before eight and while I vacuumed and mopped the passage Diane made us cheese and biscuits. We ate them while watching District 9 on her computer. It was quite a funny movie about the Alien Prawns. After the movie I cleaned the kitchen and Diane made the Milo. WE are now ready to post the blog and go to bed. I have just realized the time. Its Monday morning.
Cheers. Hope your weekend was as good as ours. Have a good week
Saturday, October 24, 2009
End of Another Week
Up as usual with the dogs. Chilled under the tree with my coffee absorbing the peace. After the second cup I fed the dogs and made breakfast for Hubby. Ali left for work just before seven. After our breakfast I fed Travis and then bathed him. Today is his day for his Top Tots class and as Ali is working I took him. He played awhile in his room while I did a few chores. He was miserable and sounded tired so I put him in his pram and pushed him around while I was busy. I got dressed and loaded his things into the car. He fell asleep so I put him in his car seat and left at nine to take a slow ride giving him time to sleep. When we arrived I sat in the car until 9.30am- time for the class. He woke up when I took him out the car.
The class went well. Top Tots has Moms(Grannies) and their children playing together doing activities to help with their development in motor skills etc. They also socialize at the same time. Afterwards is the time for tea and cake. I had a lovely cup of coffee and a piece of carrot cake while Travis had biscuits.
We got home just after eleven and Travis and I had a nap until lunchtime. After lunch the sky turned very black and thunder and lightning started. I took Travis to play in his room just as the heavens opened. The lightning was terrible and flashing all around. I took his ball pool into the passage and shut the doors. Diane and Bowser joined us. Bowser was nervous and kept inching closer to Diane. The power went out for a short while so we were in the dark (With all the doors closed the passage is dark) until it came back on. The rain was over quickly and the sun came out again.
We spent the rest of the afternoon playing (amusing Travis). I fed Travis at five and then bathed him ready for when Ali got home. She was home about half five and took Travis. I had made a large amount of Pasta Bolognaise the night before so there was plenty for supper. We just dished up and put into the microwave – perfect. Hubby came home late as he had taken his friend’s daughter to her Matric Dance. He had his pasta when he got home. Cleaning the kitchen was a breeze. We watched `New adventures of old Christine’. It was absolutely hilarious. Then we watched our usual CSI.
The thunder had been rumbling around coming and going while we were watching TV. It was a quiet spell when CSI finished so I put the computer on to do the blog quickly. I had just started typing when the electricity went off. I unplugged the computer as all I needed was a power surge when it came back on. Luckily we had already had our Milo. We lit candles and got ready for bed. The power came back on as I got into bed so I lay reading for a bit. The power went off again so I gave up and went to sleep.After all the noise and carry on we only had 6mm of rain. Flipping annoying!
Friday
It was a bit damp and cool when I let the dogs out. I made the coffee and sat outside getting a bit of a wet ass but at least I still chilled under the trees. Ali left early again. After feeding dogs and Hubby I made Travis toast for a change. The dogs all sat around him waiting for bits to drop. After he had eaten I put him down to play on the floor with lids and a wooden spoon in a box. They kept him amused for ages. When he was all nice and dirty from crawling around I bathed him.
He played in his room after his bath until it was time for his sleep. He slept about an hour and a half and I caught up with some reading in-between cleaning. He woke up at lunch time. I gave him fruit and yoghurt. We spent the afternoon outside with him playing around under the trees. He loves being outside and doesn’t get bored like he does when playing inside. We also spent some time in the sandpit. Diane and I chilled with our wine at about four. Travis was happy going back and forth to the kitchen and then to us under the trees. I made him some scrambled egg at five and then let him play some more to make sure he was nice and tired for bedtime. I phoned Ali at half five to see where she was. She was stuck in rain in Joburg. I bathed Travis and made his bottle ready.
At half six Ali phoned to say it was still raining in Joburg and she was staying there and would see us tomorrow. I was rather annoyed as I needed to do some more cleaning and had been waiting for her to take Travis. I put Travis down and he went to sleep. I started supper and Travis woke up. I gave him his bottle which he had lost but he refused to sleep. I left him awhile but he just got louder. I picked him up and Diane helped finish supper. Travis was pleased and helped me eat mine. He eventually fell asleep at half nine. Unbelievable! I don’t know how he kept awake after all his playing today. I cleaned the kitchen and made the Milo. We have had some thunder and lightning again but no rain. All is quiet at the moment so I was able to do the blog. Diane is going to post it while I bath.
Cheers. Have a GOOD WEEKEND.
The class went well. Top Tots has Moms(Grannies) and their children playing together doing activities to help with their development in motor skills etc. They also socialize at the same time. Afterwards is the time for tea and cake. I had a lovely cup of coffee and a piece of carrot cake while Travis had biscuits.
We got home just after eleven and Travis and I had a nap until lunchtime. After lunch the sky turned very black and thunder and lightning started. I took Travis to play in his room just as the heavens opened. The lightning was terrible and flashing all around. I took his ball pool into the passage and shut the doors. Diane and Bowser joined us. Bowser was nervous and kept inching closer to Diane. The power went out for a short while so we were in the dark (With all the doors closed the passage is dark) until it came back on. The rain was over quickly and the sun came out again.
We spent the rest of the afternoon playing (amusing Travis). I fed Travis at five and then bathed him ready for when Ali got home. She was home about half five and took Travis. I had made a large amount of Pasta Bolognaise the night before so there was plenty for supper. We just dished up and put into the microwave – perfect. Hubby came home late as he had taken his friend’s daughter to her Matric Dance. He had his pasta when he got home. Cleaning the kitchen was a breeze. We watched `New adventures of old Christine’. It was absolutely hilarious. Then we watched our usual CSI.
The thunder had been rumbling around coming and going while we were watching TV. It was a quiet spell when CSI finished so I put the computer on to do the blog quickly. I had just started typing when the electricity went off. I unplugged the computer as all I needed was a power surge when it came back on. Luckily we had already had our Milo. We lit candles and got ready for bed. The power came back on as I got into bed so I lay reading for a bit. The power went off again so I gave up and went to sleep.After all the noise and carry on we only had 6mm of rain. Flipping annoying!
Friday
It was a bit damp and cool when I let the dogs out. I made the coffee and sat outside getting a bit of a wet ass but at least I still chilled under the trees. Ali left early again. After feeding dogs and Hubby I made Travis toast for a change. The dogs all sat around him waiting for bits to drop. After he had eaten I put him down to play on the floor with lids and a wooden spoon in a box. They kept him amused for ages. When he was all nice and dirty from crawling around I bathed him.
He played in his room after his bath until it was time for his sleep. He slept about an hour and a half and I caught up with some reading in-between cleaning. He woke up at lunch time. I gave him fruit and yoghurt. We spent the afternoon outside with him playing around under the trees. He loves being outside and doesn’t get bored like he does when playing inside. We also spent some time in the sandpit. Diane and I chilled with our wine at about four. Travis was happy going back and forth to the kitchen and then to us under the trees. I made him some scrambled egg at five and then let him play some more to make sure he was nice and tired for bedtime. I phoned Ali at half five to see where she was. She was stuck in rain in Joburg. I bathed Travis and made his bottle ready.
At half six Ali phoned to say it was still raining in Joburg and she was staying there and would see us tomorrow. I was rather annoyed as I needed to do some more cleaning and had been waiting for her to take Travis. I put Travis down and he went to sleep. I started supper and Travis woke up. I gave him his bottle which he had lost but he refused to sleep. I left him awhile but he just got louder. I picked him up and Diane helped finish supper. Travis was pleased and helped me eat mine. He eventually fell asleep at half nine. Unbelievable! I don’t know how he kept awake after all his playing today. I cleaned the kitchen and made the Milo. We have had some thunder and lightning again but no rain. All is quiet at the moment so I was able to do the blog. Diane is going to post it while I bath.
Cheers. Have a GOOD WEEKEND.
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