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Fog on the bridge

Posted on September 5, 2013 by Gary

First thing this morning, I took the poodles down to the vet for their yearly check up and booster shots. They both came away with an excellent bill of health. Actually it’s one of the only times Carmen has not … Continue reading →

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More drawers

Posted on August 21, 2013 by Gary

There’s nothing quite like painting a set of drawers, the sun shining down and the cricket commentary keeping you company. Today was the first day of the fifth and final Ashes test. It was taking place at the Oval and … Continue reading →

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Working hard

Posted on August 6, 2013 by Gary

A while ago, we asked a guy to give us a quote for redecorating Nicktor’s room. He was the guy who wasn’t used to using email and it took ages for him to get back to us. Anyway, the day … Continue reading →

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Lavatera blues

Posted on July 15, 2013 by Gary

It looks like we won’t be having 40 days of continuous rain this year. St Swithin’s Day meandered passed, bathed in sunlight and cloudless skies. The garden would, no doubt, benefit from a bit of rain but flood proportions are … Continue reading →

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Amethyst

Posted on September 4, 2012 by Gary

A quick wardrobe update. Mirinda collected the parcel this morning only to find that two pieces were missing. I sent an email to the same address I’ve been using throughout this fiasco, explaining that two pieces were missing only to … Continue reading →

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Primed and ready

Posted on September 3, 2012 by Gary

Today was all about primer. White primer to be exact. The internal timber of the office is all bare wood and, before I apply any pretty colours, I needed to prime it all. I started yesterday with the ceiling and … Continue reading →

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In tune with the V&A

Posted on June 22, 2012 by Gary

Today I had a very successful time researching a toy manufacturer. It was one of those frustrating jobs where you suddenly hit a bit of good luck and all becomes clear. Not that I want to blog about the complexities … Continue reading →

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Ancient artists

Posted on May 11, 2012 by Gary

In 1940, Robot the dog fell into a hole. Actually, according to the guide it was called Robert but I think that was his accent and the book says Robot. Anyway…Robot/Robert’s owner, 18 year old Marcel Ravidat managed to pull … Continue reading →

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Painting accomplished

Posted on September 14, 2011 by Gary

I managed to complete the painting today. The entire hall looks very bright and white now. The entire house also smells of paint. It will need a jolly good airing tomorrow. I took another photo of the stairs today to … Continue reading →

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Speckled arms

Posted on September 13, 2011 by Gary

Today was mostly spent painting the hall. Not the entire hall…yet. The upstairs bit that I stripped the other day and down the stairs. I set off bright and early down to Homebase for some paint, roller and paint tray. … Continue reading →

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