Tag Archives: Crazies

Sally & Milly

Posted on October 5, 2014 by Gary

Sally lives in our road. A week, or so, ago, she stopped me in the street and asked if she could come and see the extension. Then, yesterday, Mirinda formally invited her to tea at 2:30. We insisted she bring … Continue reading →

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Demolition man

Posted on March 5, 2014 by Gary

The builders returned today. They moved the mud around a bit, filling up the trench either side of the footings as well as putting in the soak-away. This required a big hole to be dug in front of the beech … Continue reading →

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Not a muffin basket

Posted on November 28, 2013 by Gary

On Wisteria Lane, whenever someone new moves in, Bree shows up laden with various goodies. This is her way of welcoming any newcomers into the neighbourhood. She is always bright and cheery, making the newcomers feel comfortable straight away. Of … Continue reading →

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Being neighbourly

Posted on August 14, 2013 by Gary

Well, I have to say, I was not particularly surprised today. I was taking the rubbish out, having scooped up all the dog poo from the garden before mowing, when my phone told me I had an email. It was … Continue reading →

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Wash out and smokey

Posted on July 9, 2013 by Gary

I do love this Skype malarkey. So much better than holding a phone squashed to one’s ear. Only trouble is mum & dad’s camera. This is what I see: All a bit washed out and fuzzy, isn’t it? Still, at … Continue reading →

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Is this diseased dog yours?

Posted on April 28, 2013 by Gary

Today was mostly spent in the garden, taking advantage of the sun which, according to Mirinda’s little friend, was going to turn into rain by the afternoon. It didn’t, as it transpired. So Mirinda set to, clearing up the beds, … Continue reading →

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Summer at last

Posted on July 23, 2012 by Gary

Apart from a brief flurry in May (when we in the south of France – where the Cansfields are at the moment), we haven’t had a lot of sun this year. It’s been nearly all rain with temperatures remaining low. … Continue reading →

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The rakes progress

Posted on December 13, 2011 by Gary

The Crazies are getting an extension. They had submitted plans a number of times and they’ve been turned down through no objection of our’s. Eventually, though, they must have changed something for the good because the latest plans were approved, … Continue reading →

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