Day 359 of 365: You Don't Bring Me Flowers

Nothing too exciting today. Went for a nice 2.5 mile walk with Ian today out in Chandler's Ford, and spoke with Jantina on the phone for a bit.

And we also got this aromatherapy thingie for Spike since I have failed to mention that the little guy has been spraying. Hopefully it'll work in stopping Spike from spraying, because I don't want to get rid of the boys. Spike seems really fine tonight though snuggled up between Ian and I.

But, photos of today....some pictures of flowers that the residents and I have grown from seeds at work:

Lady Bird Poppies

One of the dozen sunflowers that have come up

And of course, as soon as I finished watering this morning, the really dark clouds rolled in and it even thunder stormed today!

Day 290 of 365: I Wonder....

...what these little guys are going to grow into?! :)

Day 201 of 365: I See Trees of Green.....

....and other colors too?! Can you see the bit of yellow peeking through?

The leaves are changing already.

But I must say, I can't wait to see the trees changing. I'm going to be in awe while driving to work once it REALLY gets going.

So today was pretty uneventful at work, although the quote of the day is definitely from a resident. She had her birthday yesterday, and I was reading cards to her.

Since my b-day is next month, I asked her how old she thinks I will be. She said "Oh, I think 20." I said "Well, thank you, but I'll be 28!"

She then said very seriously, "Well, I've only seen you in the dark, really...."

I busted up laughing. Bless her! :)

Anyway....

So Ian and I tested out our walking boots today taking about a 2 mile walk around Romsey.


They were quite comfy.

Day 182 of 365: Trees, Swaying In The Summer Breeze

This is a small shot of Ampfield Conservatory. I drive past it every day to and from work. It's gorgeous in the morning when the sun is just breaking through the leaves, and I can't wait to see it in the autumn.

Day 105 of 365: It's A Family Affair

Iiiittt'ssss Hump Day!

I don't care if you work or don't work, Hump Day is always a good day, because the weekend isn't far away.

Today was a bit of a crap day, actually. Tried to get ahold of the nursing home again and the guy I need to talk to was out AGAIN. Left my mobile number and asked if he could phone me back, but nothing. Bah.

Had a nice conversation with Jamie.

Had a much needed cry/talk with Ian when he got in from work.

Then Ian and I went out with his sister, K, and her husband Yog for his birthday. Was a nice evening out. Went to a pub called The Mayfly which is right on the Test River. Beautiful area. And would be absolutely GORGEOUS on a summer's day. Unfortunately, before we went out the temperature started to drop.

The Test River

L to R: Ian, K, and Yog

Will have to go back there one day.

Now, plans for tomorrow? Spending the day with my other sister-in-law, Cheryl. She MAY be bringing my nephew with her, but we shall see.....

Day 98 of 365: Sometimes All I Need is the Air That I Breath and To Love You

Today was BORING!!! Well, for the most part anyway.

Woke up late. Watched some TV. Did three loads of laundry (which, I'm not allowed to actually leave the property when the wash is going because being Brits, Ian and Mum are afraid the house is going to catch on fire from the washing machine). So...I putzed online all day.

A guy from the housing council came by to look at a window that needs replacing.

Jamie called and we talked for two hours. The highlight of my day at that point.

Ian came home and we ventured out to find a place to walk. We wound up in a little area around here called Canada. No joke. We went to Canada.

Found Canada Commons which has a part of The New Forrest called West Wellow Common.

Just miles of small hills and bushes. And horses and donkeys skattered throughout. That's what I love most about the Forrest...just the wildlife roaming around.

Day 97 of 365: Doctor, Doctor...Gimmie the News

Went into Romsey today for a visit with my new doctor. She's real nice. Hopefully the new allergy meds she prescribed me will do wonders, since my nose is STILL stuffed up. Been this way for the past month.

And on a good note...I didn't have to pay a dime for my birth control pills. It's free here. WOOT!

Did a few errands with Mum before she seperated from me and came back home. Then I ventured around on my own. The baby ducks were out, swimming around without their Mum, so took a photo of them on my camera. SOOOO adorable.

Day 40 of 365: Mr. Moonlight

It's kind of eerie, isn't it?

The moon tonight and the last few nights has been absolutely amazing. With the fog (because tomorrow it's supposed to be around 60 degrees F...woot!) and the way the moon was shining it reminded me of something around Halloween.

Neato.