I'm writing this post at 7am whilst snuggled up in bed with a hot water bottle and IT IS SNOWING!! How decadent that feels! For once I have had a decent night's sleep and feel refreshed, but before I get up, dressed and face the day I thought I might tell you what we did last week....
On Friday we visited our favourite pub to indulge in a hot lunch from their 2 for £15 menu, roast turkey for Gray and broccoli cheese bake for me. They were both filling and delicious, eaten in a bright warm pub where there is always a warm welcome 😊 The drinks; a standard glass of red wine and a pint of shandy, came to £9.55.
Two days before that we were at the Wednesday Club in the village community centre. It's held every other Wednesday during the afternoon and there is always a speaker. We've had talks as diverse as nature, hedgehogs, local glass production and ceramics, followed by a hot drink in a paper cup and a (wrapped) biscuit. All for the princely sum of £3 each 👍 The talk last week was by Dr Brian Dakin on Chas Grigg who, amongst many other things, illustrated the Dandy comics and who was responsible for many of the saucy seaside postcards of the past. Brian goes by the name of Billy Spakemon and his stories and songs were a strong testament to the struggles of local history.
He was selling his book for £5 with the whole amount going to charity. The event saw attendees a bit thin on the ground which was a shame.....
If the snow thickens and sticks today I can't see us going anywhere but it won't matter. I can get some jobs done and our online food shopping is being delivered this afternoon too. I've ordered a bit extra because the farmers are protesting today and strikes could follow. Who knows 🤔
Thanks so much for dropping by, and stay safe and well,
Angie ❤️
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