wot Your life should be lived as you please. You should not have to ask for permission. Neither do you have to explain why it is that you are late, tired, miffed...your partner isn't exactly putting himself out for you. You've a cold. Stay warm and relax. Tomorrow's visit to the vet may well take longer than it should. What does it matter? Take as long as you think fit. Pop into a café and have a coffee and teacake. Spoil yourself. You DESERVE it. 
especially for YOU. x
pompa That's more like it. I'm glad that us lot cheered you up. We are here for you.
Galen 
That isn't exactly what we'd hoped to hear. Someone is going to get a right brollicking. And there we were thinking that you were having a right royal time. Never mind, finer cruises await.
Lona I would like a meat pie for supper, please. It will soon be time for a delicious G&T.
I've been sinking into a bog this afternoon. Two sides of the garden shed have been neglected, and as I came across a tub of green paint, I decided to give the entire shed a face-lift. At one point, I lost my boot. It is was sucked from my foot. No wonder gunnera like the "wet garden"...I needed to get the hose to wash my boots, socks and feet, before returning to the house. All's well. I'm pleased with the result.
Charleyg I sympathise with you regarding the ill-behaved children. You are right. It isn't fair on other diners. Thank goodness my own children (and in turn their children) understand how important it is to be aware of others. It isn't the children who are at fault. It's down to the parents to teach good manners. Most do. Some don't, or won't.
It is time to log off and attend to the two feline members of our family.
The day has sped by. The sun remains high in the sky. The wind has a keen edge to it. We may light the fire.
Goodnight to all our Granspal Kitcheners I shall return to read your messages in the morning. 
