Monday, February 24, 2025

My Homecoming

And who wouldn't be happy to come home to these adorable faces?

Melantho 'helping' me unpack
English gifts for Him Outdoors

I brought Tigger back with me. Previously, he has been too ill to travel and my Mum always set him on my bed ready to see me when I went back to their home (and mine) in England. As she won't be there to prepare this welcome any more, I thought I would bring him to this house and try to make him better. If anyone knows any good toy repairers, please let me know.

Monday, February 17, 2025

Saying Goodbye

Shopping in Marlow is mainly booze-related. Harrow and Hope sparkling wines are a must-buy.


The drinking rooms at Rebellion Brewery have had a facelift and are now quite a pleasant place to sit and indulge a pint.


I had a very sad morning so once again headed to the river, where the sombre hues reflected my mood, before Scarey Sis took me to Chives for replenishment.

Breakfast at Chives

On a walk in Warren Row Woods we encountered snowdrops. Mum used to love them as they were harbingers of spring, and suggested hope for the future.

English placenames

A walk down Marlow High Street led me to this work in the window of the art gallery. No further comment required.


I headed into London with My Cousin Rachael to see Hoggy, Super-in-Law and the neiblings. We also saw some sights.

The flats where Dad grew up

My Cousin Rachael and I took Nephew Aidan for a fondue dinner at a Vagabonds. I do like the social aspect of this meal and it's good to see them making a comeback.


Back in Marlow we had more familiar fayre.


These are the flowers for Mum's funeral. We wanted something bright and colourful and no white. They are beautiful. I can't say anything else about the day.


Another walk in Marlow Common as a means of getting out of the house. 


On my last visit into town I found some cheese from the Marlow Cheese Co and the most poignant piece of graffiti to farewell Mum.