November has been and gone, some of it was spent with a strep throat virus that caused a nasty cough. I was signed off work for a while and had to drop my routine.. in some ways it was good to be 'made' to stop and slow down...venture out for a gentle walks (this was the view of our local pub just through the woods, all lit up with fairy lights on a dark afternoon at 4pm, the nights are certainly drawing in,
I had a free month trial of Amazon Prime and amongst other things, enjoyed watching Close Encounters of the Fifth Kind (recommended by my brother). It was certainly thought provoking and eye opening to learn about the possibility that we can have contact with extra-terrestrials via meditation and thought projection, but I have not joined the club.
I also watched painting tutorials and felt inspired to get my paints out, very rusty but enjoyed it... then started reading a book written by a friend, it's in its first draft and I feel it's a privilege to be trusted to give an opinion while it's in such a raw format.
My allotment is cold and dormant but I will visit with things to put in my new composter (given by a friend) and to check for slugs and weeds! I missed going to the gym/swimming but will get back to that soon, no need to rush.
But before I do, we have a short trip to Latvia where the temperatures are a little lower than the UK, there's a Christmas market and some fabulous Bohemian architecture to see:) just a couple of nights but a nice adventure.... back soon.....



I am sorry to read of the strep throat Betty & hope you're much improved. I look forward to seeing some pics of the Latvia markets - how wonderful! Lovely painting & can I spy Mollie cat in front of the fire? xx
ReplyDeleteHello Betty! Oh, that does sound lovely (your trip to Latvia!) I'm sorry you were so sick and I am glad you are taking good care of yourself.
ReplyDeleteThat way cool that your friend is asking your thoughts on first draft.
ReplyDeleteCoffee is on and stay safe
Glad you're feeling better. Enjoy your wee break.xxx
ReplyDeleteThere are a lot of nasty bugs around. Two of my daughters are suffering at the moment. Hope you feel much better and that your trip to Latvia is/has been enjoyable - and not too cold!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your short trip …wowww Letland!!….Great …enjoy love from me 🍀🍀🍀
ReplyDeleteOooh, no!!! Sorry to hear about your strep! Poor you.
ReplyDeleteThat pool looks so lovely and inviting!!!
I hope you have a wonderful time in Latvia! Your painting is really colourful! I love it! Kezzie xx
Hello Betty, hope you are having a wonderful time in Latvia - how exciting! I look forward to the gossip when you are back. The pub, pool and fire in your painting look very inviting xXx
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry about your poor throat, I'm glad you've been able to escape for a bit and have been catching up with your travels via Facebook. A change of scene does the power of good. xxx
ReplyDeleteSorry for the sour throat friend! Despite the vaccination people seems to be more sick with throat and lungs Infection this year.
ReplyDeleteI loved to know that despite all odds y been able to e your walk reading and now trip wow this is inspiring!
Enjoy the good times :)