More noises about K going to the community hospital for recuperation. Hopefully Llandod, as that is just 10 miles away and you don't need to watch out for dozens of potholes. Tam home from hospital. I spoke to her on the phone tonight and she had a truly dreadful, almost life-threatening, time of things. Horrendous. I'm going to see her on Saturday and Danny is going to do the Hereford visit to Keith, if he's still there. If he's in Llandod, life will be easier.
I washed all the fabrics for the Summerhouse patchwork curtains tonight - just as well as lots of red and it bled a little. Lots of ironing of said fabrics tomorrow.
There was snow on Hay Bluff as I drove to Hereford today, and coming out of the city, there was a thunderstorm with huge flashes of lightening and then torrential sleet/hail and you couldn't see the potholes for the road being awash.
Going to rest with In Memoriam now - a brilliant book and I can truly recommend it. Amazing for a first novel too.
Keeping my fingers crossed that Keith gets moved closer. I hope that Tam is okay.
ReplyDeleteGod bless.
Tam is struggling with lack of sleep, of course and the postpartum swollen feet and ankles and wrists. Keith just wants OUT - for that, read HOME.
DeleteSo sorry Tam had a difficult time. You will be relieved to see her on Saturday.
ReplyDeleteI was glad just to speak to her, though it was awful hearing the details. They failed in every way possible.
DeleteI know it will be such a relief to see things finally begin to settle down in your life. What a time for all of you. At least it seems as if every thing is working towards a happier conclusion.
ReplyDeleteIt's easier to cope with one thing at a time, when worrying! Hoping things will all settle down soon as I desperately need a break and to rest. I've had only one day off (Malvern) since October.
DeleteWashing red fabric with a slosh of white vinegar in the rinse can help with color bleed. Here I can get a 'sheet' like a dryer sheet that goes right in the wash. The ones I use are 'Color Catcher' by 'Shout: You likely have something there.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the tip, I'll do that next time. I have heard of Colour Catchers in this country so will seek some out.
DeleteTwo things happening at once, poor Tam after her experience, she must also rest up as well. Like you returning to patchwork is something to be happy about. Apparently according to one video I watch, when we craft, we go with the flow, the mind completely taken up with the work in hand.
ReplyDeleteThe Universe is still doling out things for me to get stressed over and cope with. Thank God for wine is all I can say! Crafting does help me and as you said, you get caught up in what you are doing and your brain goes into neutral. I have so enjoyed watching You Tube videos from The Last Homely House each morning whilst I worked on Tam's crawler quilt.
DeleteI hope things settle down all round - and I don't mean the weather! As ever, sincere best wishes to all.
ReplyDeleteSo do I Elaine, though I wouldn't say no to some sunshine. This morning's snow was a bit of a surprise!
DeleteHoping Keith moves nearer soon, in the meantime give your self a day off and ask G or D to visit him. You need to rest ( I’m a broken record I know) you will have enough on your plate when Keith comes home and little chance to recharge your battery x Poor T, i hope she hunkers down with baby and has some gentle days, you can give her a huge hug when you see her at the weekend , T and babe! Danette xx
ReplyDeleteMy "day off" from visiting Keith is driving an hour and a half in the opposite direction to meet our grand-daughter and help Tam out. They do say a change is as good as a rest.
DeleteHope Keith gets moved closer to you and you will enjoy seeing Tam and baby on Saturday. Does baby have a name yet? Take care. Hugs Xx
ReplyDeleteIt would make life easier for him to be closer (or better still, back at home). All the driving - not to mention the expenses of fuel, parking, tempting foods for him etc, not to mention the exorbitant costs of Hospital tv (which is a necessity for him) are breaking the bank.
DeleteHave just finished In Memoriam. Heart breaking, uplifting and unputdownable. Healing wishes to Keith and Tam. Pollie
ReplyDeleteHi Pollie. For a first novel it's an amazing achievement. Like you, I can't put it down, though I know there will be tears before bedtime with it at the end I'm sure. Thank you for the healing wishes.
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