Almost a year on from the wedding and perhaps even happier with each other, thrilled to be having Arthur, baby on the way (he doesn't check in till late November).
The weather last August was far better than this June, but it was great to see Sarah & Rob.
It was cold and wet here most of the weekend they were here which was a shame. Dressed for autumn rather than summer at Pendennis Castle.
A great evening for a welcome parade!
The Grand Parade through Falmouth to the Ship was led by 2 pipers, our town Mayor & the crew of the ship were in their own national costumes.
The Guides,Brownies, Beavers, Cubs and Scouts were all part of the procession. It caused quite an atmosphere and a lot of curiosity!
On our recent mystery trip.
We had a great time even though it poured with rain.
I Saw this
on BBC2 tonight. (click on the link below) it was interesting programme about the problems of old age.
The home I am involved with, does try to get people out and about as well as me providing some interesting activities. But quite often older people limit themselves with their own prejudices of old age that they picked up when they were younger. Also fear of falling and stiff muscles put a lot off having a go at new things, the been there done that syndrome is also difficult to crack too.
Depression & bereavment are not easy to reach into. But we do manage a few good laughs every day!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zqfFrCUrEbY
These remind me of the Moomins, long ago on childrens TV.
Molly Harwood, a previous neighbour from Chilcompton; fashioned these interesting, leather and steel Triffids on show at Trelissick.
We think She has a great job, they suit the area and bring interest.
Some things that the Students at our local University on the Comtempory Crafts couse have created at Trelissick Gardens this week
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Chris is going flat out to win
RFA Mounts Bay receiving the freedom of the Town of Falmouth this afternoon. Is this almost like a parade in Trumpton?
It was filmed for local ITV as a news item.
Linking the ship to Falmouth is good for business in town & with the Docks. The Navy also experience good PR for recruiting.
The French Navy afterwards engaged our Navy on the boating pool in the Maritime museum
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Good fun but, Steve says (when asked about which was the best ride in Flambards) "THE RIDE HOME!" He is not a lover of thrill rides.
This has been a sureal weekend first a day at Flambards near Helston a tame theme park. Josh really loved the rollercoaster best.
The popular guide to the German Army was handed out to all those in the Home Guard, so they would know what to do if they actually invaded!!!
Dad was in port in Capetown one christmas, their ship's company was invited up to the Balmoral Hotel. Where they slept Christmas Eve when they woke in the morning they found each had a gift! Dad's was a hand knitted white roll neck jumper that lasted him many years. Mum said she wondered where that came from! Dad has kept the Christmas labels that were stitched on to it.
You can see how pleased Beth was that we did so well.
The Lads at the flower show in Falmouth. Josh & his friends came along to help with making sure the residents had a good time. Cornwall is famous for the spring flowers and it was a fantastic spring day too.
Robert And Sarah are having a baby by Christmas! What about that for spring news?!!! This is so lovely, we are all very excited. I think Maude, the cat has had enough of being the baby! So will be pleased to go out mousing when she gets a chance... Watch Robrah blog for up to date news.
A typical Cornish field full of Daffs for the summer bulb market. What a glorious scene!
Helford for lunch today, what a beautiful day. The tide seemed to be out a long way today. This Geranium was in full bloom as were Blackthorn, Gorse, Bluebells, Primroses and Dog Tooth Violets.
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Chris works along the Helford river for a firm that make off shore rigs.
When not there he is trying to sort us out a bit of a veg patch! Mostly he is out rowing on the river
