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turpsI saw Dune at the weekend, and enjoyed it a lot. Despite the long running length, the time flashed by.
We also did what may be the last visit to my MiL's house. James was a little sad as it was his childhood home, but as he said, it's just a shell now. Seeing it all stripped back shows just how bad of a condition it had become. The ceiling has fallen in in the kitchen, bathroom and one of the bedrooms. The front door isn't secure at all, it's damp, cold and just generally sad looking now. With work, it will be a lovely family home again, but the developer has a hard job in front of him.
We also brought back what's, hopefully, the last things from there to ours. I have to be honest, most have been shoved in the spare room to sort out later. Though, I did leave the pretty glass hen on the kitchen windowsill.
We've booked to stay overnight in York at the end of the week and have sorted out the hire of an electric scooter for my MiL. When we initially mentioned the idea she said 'we'll see' which as any parent knows, pretty much means, yeah no, not happening. But in this case, has happened. I'm already a little overwhelmed at practicalities as her mobility is so bad. So, having the independence of the scooter will be a huge help even if it will just be for the day. She can use them btw, and has often done so. I suspect it was a case of her thinking she was being a bother arranging it, when the reality is, it's taking off pressure doing so.
We're picking her up tomorrow afternoon, so today I'm having a quiet day, James is at work, so it's just me and the cats. Christmas films as background watching as I store up some peace before days of hosting and being out of my usual routines.
Kayleigh and Bodhi visited yesterday and I got good auntie points by not handing Bodhi back when she was crying but also soothing her to sleep. Milo wasn't impressed though. He's never really seen a baby before as Corey was older when Milo arrived, so this tiny noisy thing was a bit of a shock. He was interested in the baby car seat and gave both it and Bodhi a good sniff, but once she started to cry he took off upstairs.
I've much love for the new .
Kate! Lucky! Clint! Please let it be good. Though I'm sure I'll enjoy it regardless.
I've also been enjoying the comments on Insta about The Black Parade being 15. It's still my favourite album of theirs and reminds of such great fannish memories. I like this behind the scenes shot of TBP uniforms and Gabe commenting to Mikey.
Simply Cats, our vet, are collecting photos for next years calendar. I've decided to go for the two behind the cut, but may try to get one of Milo being all awesome and tripaw'dy too as I've no clear ones that would do for the calendar.
To enddine always posts excellent links and the other day she posted heartwarming pictures of cats being rescued by firefighters I loved that collection of pics and in a reply to my comment Dine said she knew I'd like it, and yes, yes I did. Which is why I'm sharing it too.
We also did what may be the last visit to my MiL's house. James was a little sad as it was his childhood home, but as he said, it's just a shell now. Seeing it all stripped back shows just how bad of a condition it had become. The ceiling has fallen in in the kitchen, bathroom and one of the bedrooms. The front door isn't secure at all, it's damp, cold and just generally sad looking now. With work, it will be a lovely family home again, but the developer has a hard job in front of him.
We also brought back what's, hopefully, the last things from there to ours. I have to be honest, most have been shoved in the spare room to sort out later. Though, I did leave the pretty glass hen on the kitchen windowsill.
We've booked to stay overnight in York at the end of the week and have sorted out the hire of an electric scooter for my MiL. When we initially mentioned the idea she said 'we'll see' which as any parent knows, pretty much means, yeah no, not happening. But in this case, has happened. I'm already a little overwhelmed at practicalities as her mobility is so bad. So, having the independence of the scooter will be a huge help even if it will just be for the day. She can use them btw, and has often done so. I suspect it was a case of her thinking she was being a bother arranging it, when the reality is, it's taking off pressure doing so.
We're picking her up tomorrow afternoon, so today I'm having a quiet day, James is at work, so it's just me and the cats. Christmas films as background watching as I store up some peace before days of hosting and being out of my usual routines.
Kayleigh and Bodhi visited yesterday and I got good auntie points by not handing Bodhi back when she was crying but also soothing her to sleep. Milo wasn't impressed though. He's never really seen a baby before as Corey was older when Milo arrived, so this tiny noisy thing was a bit of a shock. He was interested in the baby car seat and gave both it and Bodhi a good sniff, but once she started to cry he took off upstairs.
I've much love for the new .
Kate! Lucky! Clint! Please let it be good. Though I'm sure I'll enjoy it regardless.
I've also been enjoying the comments on Insta about The Black Parade being 15. It's still my favourite album of theirs and reminds of such great fannish memories. I like this behind the scenes shot of TBP uniforms and Gabe commenting to Mikey.
Simply Cats, our vet, are collecting photos for next years calendar. I've decided to go for the two behind the cut, but may try to get one of Milo being all awesome and tripaw'dy too as I've no clear ones that would do for the calendar.
To end
dine always posts excellent links and the other day she posted heartwarming pictures of cats being rescued by firefighters I loved that collection of pics and in a reply to my comment Dine said she knew I'd like it, and yes, yes I did. Which is why I'm sharing it too.
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Date: 2021-10-26 10:35 am (UTC)no subject
Date: 2021-10-26 11:05 am (UTC)I should get one of Pansy too, but as she spends most of her time upstairs and is very skittish the majority of ones I have of her are tabby blurs.
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Date: 2021-10-26 04:50 pm (UTC)no subject
Date: 2021-10-26 05:01 pm (UTC)Thankfully it's not that cold right now so we can have a good mooch around, maybe do a river boat tour if the scooter can get on.
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Date: 2021-10-26 10:17 pm (UTC)I LOVE that Hawkeye poster - it's so great in every detail!
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Date: 2021-11-17 10:17 am (UTC)And agree, the Hawkeye poster is fantastic!
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Date: 2021-10-27 05:16 am (UTC)And I hope you get to have at least a little fun yourself this weekend and don't have to spend the whole time on logistics!
Those are some great photos for the calendar, and very expressive of each cat's personality, too!
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Date: 2021-11-17 10:17 am (UTC)I did have a good time at York, though it seems forever ago now.
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Date: 2021-10-27 08:03 am (UTC)It is always sad saying good-bye to a home. {{{hugs}}} to James and the MiL.
Enjoy your trip!
Love the new Hawkeye poster!
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Date: 2021-11-17 10:19 am (UTC)Yeah, it is sad saying goodbye to a home. And while it did get in a terrible state by the end, it was still a place with a load of memories.
I did enjoy the trip, and still love the poster :D
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Date: 2021-10-27 01:28 pm (UTC)Love that poster!
The kitty pics are adorable! Love the hat, and the paw reaching.
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Date: 2021-11-17 10:20 am (UTC)The kitty pics are adorable! Love the hat, and the paw reaching.
I thought I'd send in photos with personality, and not the thousands I have of them sleeping *g*
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Date: 2021-10-27 09:44 pm (UTC)I so recognise your MIL's attitude of not wanting to be a bother, and not recognising that being a bit of a bother now saves a lot more bother later. Being safely and comfortably mobile is such a big thing. I hope you all have a lovely time in York. Do the chocolate factory tour!
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Date: 2021-11-01 04:47 pm (UTC)I so recognise your MIL's attitude of not wanting to be a bother, and not recognising that being a bit of a bother now saves a lot more bother later. Being safely and comfortably mobile is such a big thing
Exactly. My MiL got to do so much in York that she otherwise wouldn't have due to having independence because of the scooter.
We had a great time, but sadly didn't get into any attractions as they were all booked solid due to it being half term/Halloween/people staying in the country for their holidays.
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Date: 2021-10-28 04:01 pm (UTC)I hope you'll have a great time in York!
Poor Milo. He must have got quite a shock when the little human started to cry :-)
Wonderful kitty photos! Milo looks so dignified in his cap and Murphy is just adorable.
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Date: 2021-11-01 03:12 pm (UTC)I did have a good time in York, exhausting though with so much walking. I've barely moved today after days of constantly being busy.
Milo was not amused when Bodhi started to cry. He looked most put out when he hopped off.
I like my choices of photos. I think they'll look great in the calendar.