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Yesterday evening, apparently of its own accord, our front door opened and in walked a dog.
Not to worry, it was Scooby, soon to be followed by Becky and Ian who had come to stay the night.
As we sat around the kitchen table, lowering sunlight played on the eucalyptus blooms.
This morning I cut the grass while Aaron continued with the fencing.
After this, I scanned the last few negatives of the October 1983 mini marathon, featured in the last two posts.
Louisa was quick to join the leaders having first go at the refreshments.
This time, Sam really had finished his run,
and took his turn at the scoff;
along with all the others, including our stalwart Nos. 1 and 2.
No. 24., considered by some readers to be elegant enough to be a potential professional, remained equally composed at the trough.
This afternoon, Becky noticed a considerable amount of pink, with which she produced this symphonic work.
Standing on a sitting room carpet
she glanced through the patio French windows
at the sheets drying on the chairs toning nicely with the flowers and the maple reflecting the velvet curtains.
This evening we all dined at Lal Quilla in Lymington, where we enjoyed our usual warm welcome, efficient service, and excellent food. My main meal was king prawn naga and chapatis. Three of us drank Kingfisher and Becky drank rosé wine.
Even the washing is aesthetically pleasing 🙂
Thank you, Mary
There’s nothing as refreshing as a well earned glass of orange squash and a few digestive biscuits!
Absolutely, John. But I do remember that, after a full marathon, I couldn’t immediately eat anything.
I think those refreshments were very well-earned 🙂
Thanks, Peggy. They were
The glance through the patio doors is incredible, Derrick…as is the first photo. Sam looks so cute in these photos!
Many thanks, Jill
All is ‘in the pink’ as the saying goes. Of course, then, Becky drank rosé!
Well spotted, Cynthia. Smile from Becky
I love it that you can enjoy eucalyptus in your garden. Ours will be in bloom in a few months, so I’ll think of you folks then.
Many thanks, Yvonne
This has been a wonderful series. I love that so many participated, despite the lousy looking weather. And I remarked on the number of Dads who got involved. Wouldn’t it be interesting to trace the “where are they now” story, like your own version of the “Seven Up” series. And lovely to see a touch of Australia blooming in your garden. And Becky’s eye for colour too 😀
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Many thanks, Gwen. I had the same ‘where are they now’ thought.
It’s a grand thing when the washing adds to the garden decor!!
Isn’t it, Pauline? Thank you
Very rewarding, Derrick.
Thank you, Ann
Sam stole my heart this time, Derrick. <3 Louisa was the one who had me wishing I could travel back and read her a story with her special fingers in mouth, a post or two ago. The pink colors did appear quite pleasant and rosy.
Happy to hear of new company and meal out, always nice and festive to eat out! 🙂
Thank you very much for this, as always, Robin
I never tire of looking at your garden — nature’s beauty which is a reward in itself.
Thank you very much, Rose
What a vision through those french doors. Your garden, especially the courtyard, looks stunning.
Many thanks, Vicki
I love Your old black and white photos very much! They are lovely.
Many thanks, Sartenada
Such a sweet post, dogs, children, and pink. Love the photos of Sam and the pink draped chairs through the glass doors.
Many thanks, Merril
A wonderful post full of all kinds of interesting things! I love the first photo Derrick!
Thank you, Lynn
you are so welcome!
I really like the looks of that eucalyptus! I wonder if we can grow it at our place…
I imagine you could. It is, of course, native to Australia. There are many different types.