Author Archives: John
Rat a chewy
First day back at work – too much work, too little time. Sigh! I arrive home to the news that there is a BIG rat in my workshop – Jan says she just decided to shut the door on it and … Continue reading
Dolphins in the bay, people in the pool
Boxing Day dawned a cool drizzly day, but the weather was not bad enough to keep us inside for breakfast. The terrace was sheltered from the rain and the view was still good. After, I spotted dophins close to the … Continue reading
Turkey time!
Loverly Christmas dinner outside on the terrace with turkey and all the trimmings cooked by Viv. Christmas pud with lots of brandy. Things have gone very quiet now after dinner. Mike and Eunice’s son Jack came up to join us. … Continue reading
Merry Christmas to everyone
It’s a merry Christmas morning here. Breakfast by the pool in the warm sun. Lovely day again, will be 27 degrees later, the weatherman says. Turkey is in the oven and presents opened. Some lovely things and some useful things … Continue reading
Swimming, fishing, more eating
Managed another swim in the sea yesterday – not too bad temperature wise or maybe I am just getting used to it. Went down to wet a line in the afternoon but caught only a small dart. A lovely … Continue reading







