Recent Days

Each day this week we've had a range of different types of weather; from dry, but cloudy skies to wet and windy.  Autumn is transitioning into Winter.  The good news is that Mr P's chest x-ray result was clear and we're able to get out-and-about again as he's feeling much better.  We were advised to continue with the covid vaccination Winter booster when Mr P went to see the general practitioner doctor.  The appointment is tomorrow and thankfully at our local general practice clinic.  Mr P also has a physio consultation at the hospital next week so in between we'll be resting as much as possible.  

I had a quick look around the walled garden in the park.  It's surprising what flowers can still be seen, mainly hydrangea bushes and chrysanthemums now,  sheltered by the surrounding old walls.

On Wednesday looking out of the back living room picture window I caught sight of a tree surgeon who was obviously pruning some of the branches of the huge cherry tree in our neighbour's garden. He had all the necessary safety equipment and was using a rope and pulley system to swing from branch to branch.  It was just as well he did some of the work on that day as the following day we had heavy rain storms at night and during the day.

There are berries in abundance everywhere.  The robin and other birds are still finding shelter and food in the next-door-neighbour's hawthorn tree.

We were sent photos of a firework event at Kenilworth Castle which was held on the 5th November (Bonfire Night). 

Needless to say our heavy curtains are drawn every evening now to keep us warm and we could hear the bangs from local firework displays. We think of the animals who get frightened because of sensitive hearing. I'm sure the family in Kenilworth enjoyed the spectacular firework display at this historical venue on that evening. It's fun for families to watch such an event so long as it's well organised and safe for spectators. 

As for us, I'm thankful for Mr P's improved health and the shelter of a warm and cosy house when the weather isn't so good.  

Thank you for your visit.  Have a good day and a peaceful weekend.

Our week

First of all thank you for your comments left on my last blog post. I've written some brief comments about the books I was reading in the comment section of that post if anyone is interested.

Mr P has not been well and has been on antibiotics for a chest infection.  He went for an x-ray last Friday and we were there most of the morning in the busy radiology department of the city hospital. Now we're both resting at home, staying indoors and hopefully Mr P will feel better soon.

It has been Remembrance Weekend when we remember all those who have died in conflicts around the world that we might live in freedom; the bereaved families, those personnel who are still living with injuries to mind and body.  We watched the televised services of remembrance from the Royal Albert Hall, London in the presence of the King and at the Cenotaph Memorial in London where the Royal Family and others placed wreaths of poppies that have become a symbol of this special time.  

In the afternoon while Mr P was resting I walked up to the parish church to pay my respects at the First World War Memorial in the churchyard.  I thought of my grandfather who is buried in a War Commission's cemetery in Arras, France and a great uncle who died but does not have a marked grave.

There had been a service of remembrance at the church in the morning when uniformed groups had placed wreaths at the foot of the Roll of Honour for the Fallen.  The church was open in the afternoon as Sunday School was taking place.  Local families had also placed a poppy wreath on individual graves in the churchyard.

Here are some photos I took during my walk before returning back home.

 

It has been foggy first thing in the morning during the last few days although mild for the time of the year. We had been invited to a baby shower party in Berkshire hosted by our grandson and partner, but we decided about a month ago not to go as it's a long drive of three or four hours each way.  It's disappointing, but with Mr P not being 100 per cent well, the long drive and the wintry weather we need to stay local for now.  We've been sent a video of the occasion so all is well.

  

P.S. I appreciate your comments, but due to eyesight issues I've decided that the time has come not to reply unless you have a question that needs answering.  Thank you.  Have a good day!