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Elle, I hope you have the correct day for the dentist, unlike me!
It is not too warm up here.

Chrise
Thanks for cheering me up with the Late Arrival at the ball. I've just lost a dear friend and soulmate. He and I used to be fits of laughter over "I'm sorry I haven't a clue". We also loved Top Gear and I was upset to see the final episode, although it was zany and ridiculous. So, in the spirit of the shows: late arrival at the car enthusiasts' Ball:
Mr and Mrs Dependable and their son, reliant Robin.

Sorry to hear that jazzgirl, you must be feeling very sad.

My son and daughter-in-law love "Clue" but have never been able to explain "Mornington Crescent " to me.

There are no rules Ros :) You just announce a tube station on the London underground, or some such, and then the others comment or say it's not legal, or announce another tube station. It really is a load of hilarious nonsense. It is meant to be incomprehensible. :)

Sorry to hear of your loss, jazzgirl.


A few years ago the BBC intended to broadcast a two part series on "Mornington Crescent". The first part was the history of the game; the second, the rules. Sadly the second programme got lost in the schedules.................................

Jazzy, I've only just read of the very sad loss of your friend.
You must be feeling absolutely devastated.
And with Altzeimers, it's as if you lose the person twice.....once mentally and then then again when they die.
Horrendous.
I'm not putting this very well but you'll know what I'm trying to say.
I'm so very sorry.

Thanks all. You have phrased it perfectly Elle.
Let's just try and cheep cheerful now as he would not have wanted it any other way :)
As one of his daughters said: "There is nothing more painful than grieving someone who is still living"., but that is how it has been for the last year.
I now have to remember the good times....

Hi, Rusty!
Back from the dentist.......yes, fortunately, we had gone on the right day!!
I've nearly finished reading "1914......."
Two incidents that drew my attention........
Firstly, that one of the survivors of the London Scottish, who took part in Battle of Messines Bridge, was Ronald Colman, the film actor. I know the name because my mother thought he was wonderful!! She always said that my Dad looked like him!
And secondly, I read of a young corporal called Adolf Hitler (!) who carried his Captain to safety (the latter later dying of his wounds)
Hitler was awarded the Iron Cross for his bravery.
Two interesting titbits!
Are you watching the tennis? I'm watching Roger Federer, but flitting to the 'red button' to see how Laura Robson is doing.

Jazzy, bon courage -

I have always thought that death is harsher on those who remain behind, while it may sometime be a blessing to the person concerned.

As you say, hang on to your souvenirs of happy times.

Elle, I had forgotten about Ronald Colman.
I knew about Hitler, though.
No, I am filleting my wardrobe just now, but I shall have a look at the tennis now. I like Robson and Federer.
Thankee kindly for reminding me!