Putting things in a nutshell. This week has been quite adventurous for me. I have been out every day and I have even gone out with my wife and had lunch on more than one occasion. I took myself, and an Aunt of my wife’s, to the pictures to see the opening showing of Alice In Wonderland. We went ot the afternoon showing to avoid the kids but guess what? There were kids there anyway making there usual noises and running about the auditorium. Bring back the Torchie is what I say. The film itself I thought was brilliant. I really enjoyed the storyline and the dialogue was great. The FX were really good. Now don’t get me wrong here but I am not a professional fim critic, I am just an ordinary bloke at the flicks. But do go and see this classic, I don’t think you will be disappointed . Honest!
Other things happening in my life this week. We, my wife and I that is, went out yesterday to look at wallpaper. It has got to the stage in our houses life where it needs a total makeover, so starting with the hall, stairs and landing we have picked out a nice paper that we didn’t argue about. We both liked it at the same time. We took a sample home with us and pinned it on the wall to see just what it would look like. Really nice, really bold, really making a statement. Even our daughter likes it. So, today we are going out to buy said paper and any other bits and pieces that we need. This means only one thing folks, my rest and recuperation period is over (although I do have visitors arriving on Thursday so that will give me a bit of grace) There is another reason for buying the paper today of course. It’s on offer. It is reduced from £9.99 a roll to £7.99 a roll with another 15% off on top of that and we also get a 1000 Nectar points as well. I like shopping when it’s in my favour. The only down point is we have to go up to Belfast to get it as we need so much of the stuff and our local store doesn’t have the stock required. Never mind, another day out for me.
While I was out yesterday with my wife and Mother in Law I went into the mobile phone shop to inquire about why my monthly bill was so high. The guy was very good and he looked everything up on the computer for me. Doh! Dumkopfh! And other names to call myself. The reason my bills were so high is because I am making so many calls abroad. No I’m not says I. Yes you are says he. Where says I. To the Republic of Ireland says he. I have never in my life considered The Republic as being abroad. A different country but never abroad. Spain and America and Australia are abroad. But Ireland. I live in Ireland, how can it be abroad? Lesson learnt. Any calls to the Republic will be made on my landline as I have a special weekend rate that only charges local rates. The good nrews there is I can upgrade my phone in May to an iPhone if I want. I will give this much thought. My daughter has one so I will consult with her the pros and cons of having one.
On Friday night I was able to use a knife for the first time since coming out of hospital (they left me with nerve damage you might remember on my right side) It felt great being able to eat my dinner without having to ask someone to cut it up for me. Great innit!
On a bit of a downer. My Father in Law is still hanging in there. He is a strong man and for the moment he is still mentally aware of everything. It’s a waiting game and everyone is just hoping that when the time comes he won’t suffer.
As per usual any comments just click on the title above. New people always welcome
TaRah
Posted :: Sunday 3/7/2010 3:23:00 AM
irish irene
Thanking God for your health improving and for comfort for your father-in-law and all the family. Last Tues. I was in charge of the refreshments for our Women's Missionary group at church. Needless to say due to the fact that it is March, the food theme was Irish, surprise, surprise. I thanked my husband for volunteering to come and help me. Sure he said, volunteering????By the way when you finish your wallpapering, I have a couple of rooms that need to be done. I never had the nerve to do painting or papering as my father was a professional painter-decorator and he also trained my brother and I was sure I would never do a good enough job. One of the reasons my father came to America was that Willie Miller, Bangor painter, who he had worked for came to the U.S.A. He was the father of Sammy Miller who years later had a paint shop on Main St. The Oscar TV show is just about to start. That location is about a 45 min. car ride from our town.
Commented :: 3/7/2010 3:38:00 PM
Thanking God for your health improving and for comfort for your father-in-law and all the family. Last Tues. I was in charge of the refreshments for our Women's Missionary group at church. Needless to say due to the fact that it is March, the food theme was Irish, surprise, surprise. I thanked my husband for volunteering to come and help me. Sure he said, volunteering????By the way when you finish your wallpapering, I have a couple of rooms that need to be done. I never had the nerve to do painting or papering as my father was a professional painter-decorator and he also trained my brother and I was sure I would never do a good enough job. One of the reasons my father came to America was that Willie Miller, Bangor painter, who he had worked for came to the U.S.A. He was the father of Sammy Miller who years later had a paint shop on Main St. The Oscar TV show is just about to start. That location is about a 45 min. car ride from our town.
Commented :: 3/7/2010 3:38:00 PM
irish irene
McDuff, remember to take it easy, don't overdo. God Bless
Commented :: 3/7/2010 10:04:00 PM
McDuff, remember to take it easy, don't overdo. God Bless
Commented :: 3/7/2010 10:04:00 PM
Myself
To all who might be concerned. At my rate of wallpapering I will still be doing it right into the Summer. I am too much of a perfectionist to allow anyone else to do it. One sheet at a time is the best way but there is all the preparation beforehand. That's what takes up most of the time. The end job always looks pretty good though even if I say so myself.
Commented :: 3/8/2010 2:30:00 AM
To all who might be concerned. At my rate of wallpapering I will still be doing it right into the Summer. I am too much of a perfectionist to allow anyone else to do it. One sheet at a time is the best way but there is all the preparation beforehand. That's what takes up most of the time. The end job always looks pretty good though even if I say so myself.
Commented :: 3/8/2010 2:30:00 AM
Fan from Upstate NY
Just finished my two weekly Eastenders episodes so I thought I'd check your blog. Good to hear you are out and about. Sounds like you miss very few movies. Alice in Wonderland is on my list .... Keep Healthy!!
Commented :: 3/9/2010 8:01:00 PM
Just finished my two weekly Eastenders episodes so I thought I'd check your blog. Good to hear you are out and about. Sounds like you miss very few movies. Alice in Wonderland is on my list .... Keep Healthy!!
Commented :: 3/9/2010 8:01:00 PM
Irish Irene
Today in southern California, the temperature high was 64 degrees, now at 9:25 P.M. it is 54 degrees and low is expected to be 44 degrees. This day was truly a "chamber of commerce picture postcard day". A few small white clouds with a gorgeous blue sky. As we drove in town, we could look north and see clearly beautiful mountains covered with snow. As I have said before our town is located in a great area of California. Cheerio and God Bless
Commented :: 3/9/2010 8:35:00 PM
Today in southern California, the temperature high was 64 degrees, now at 9:25 P.M. it is 54 degrees and low is expected to be 44 degrees. This day was truly a "chamber of commerce picture postcard day". A few small white clouds with a gorgeous blue sky. As we drove in town, we could look north and see clearly beautiful mountains covered with snow. As I have said before our town is located in a great area of California. Cheerio and God Bless
Commented :: 3/9/2010 8:35:00 PM
Myself
Happy days are here. My mate arrived from London this morning. Awaiting the arrival of another mate from Cork and then another mate from Portaferry. Will I party or not?
Commented :: 3/11/2010 6:44:00 AM
Happy days are here. My mate arrived from London this morning. Awaiting the arrival of another mate from Cork and then another mate from Portaferry. Will I party or not?
Commented :: 3/11/2010 6:44:00 AM
Mickmak
I would suggest not!! we have had enough scares this year already!!
Commented :: 3/11/2010 6:05:00 PM
I would suggest not!! we have had enough scares this year already!!
Commented :: 3/11/2010 6:05:00 PM
Tido
So good to have spent the afternoon with "Don,t they know who I am " and his entourage -- where have 30 years gone -- Take care Mc D
Commented :: 3/12/2010 10:08:00 AM
So good to have spent the afternoon with "Don,t they know who I am " and his entourage -- where have 30 years gone -- Take care Mc D
Commented :: 3/12/2010 10:08:00 AM
irish irene
Have our two grandchildren spending the night with us. They are truly blessings. It is fun to hear them talk about our trip to N. Ireland that our family went on 2 1/2 years ago. Take care and praying for all your family. God Bless
Commented :: 3/12/2010 9:54:00 PM
Have our two grandchildren spending the night with us. They are truly blessings. It is fun to hear them talk about our trip to N. Ireland that our family went on 2 1/2 years ago. Take care and praying for all your family. God Bless
Commented :: 3/12/2010 9:54:00 PM
Myself
Hey Tido. It was really good to meet up again after so long. Captain Bird's Eye and Shaky send their regards. I hope it won't be as long before we meet up again. Keep the old pecker up. Cheers. McDuff
Commented :: 3/13/2010 12:11:00 PM
Hey Tido. It was really good to meet up again after so long. Captain Bird's Eye and Shaky send their regards. I hope it won't be as long before we meet up again. Keep the old pecker up. Cheers. McDuff
Commented :: 3/13/2010 12:11:00 PM
Myself
Three visits to hospital / doctor today. 9.00AM Physio / 10.30AM Annual Epilepsy check up & blood tests / 2.45PM Renal Clinic in Belfast & more blood tests (at least an arm full) All the doctors are happy and we await with anticipation the results of the blood tests.
Commented :: 3/16/2010 10:06:00 AM
Three visits to hospital / doctor today. 9.00AM Physio / 10.30AM Annual Epilepsy check up & blood tests / 2.45PM Renal Clinic in Belfast & more blood tests (at least an arm full) All the doctors are happy and we await with anticipation the results of the blood tests.
Commented :: 3/16/2010 10:06:00 AM
Irish Irene
Wishing all a very happy St. Patrick's Day. God Bless
Commented :: 3/17/2010 3:30:00 PM
Wishing all a very happy St. Patrick's Day. God Bless
Commented :: 3/17/2010 3:30:00 PM
Myself
Spent St Paddy's decorating. Got most of the wallpaper stripped and whilst doing so I discovered a good way of disposing of said paper. Let the dogs eat it! They seem to like it
Commented :: 3/18/2010 3:28:00 AM
Spent St Paddy's decorating. Got most of the wallpaper stripped and whilst doing so I discovered a good way of disposing of said paper. Let the dogs eat it! They seem to like it
Commented :: 3/18/2010 3:28:00 AM
Myself
Things are very hectic at the moment. My Father in Law passed away yesterday morning and we are all busy as a family getting things sorted for the funeral on Tuesday. Probably get back to you after that with a new blog letting you all know how the decorating is coming along.
Commented :: 3/20/2010 8:15:00 AM
Things are very hectic at the moment. My Father in Law passed away yesterday morning and we are all busy as a family getting things sorted for the funeral on Tuesday. Probably get back to you after that with a new blog letting you all know how the decorating is coming along.
Commented :: 3/20/2010 8:15:00 AM
Irish Irene
Praying for comfort for each and everyone of the family and friends. God Bless
Commented :: 3/20/2010 1:12:00 PM
Praying for comfort for each and everyone of the family and friends. God Bless
Commented :: 3/20/2010 1:12:00 PM
novascotian
Condolences to each and everyone of you at this very sad time
Commented :: 3/20/2010 2:03:00 PM
Condolences to each and everyone of you at this very sad time
Commented :: 3/20/2010 2:03:00 PM
Avid Reader
Sorry to hear the bad news, our sympathy to all of you at this sad time, especially your good lady.
Commented :: 3/21/2010 7:52:00 AM
Sorry to hear the bad news, our sympathy to all of you at this sad time, especially your good lady.
Commented :: 3/21/2010 7:52:00 AM
Anorak
To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die! RIP.
Commented :: 3/21/2010 9:44:00 AM
To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die! RIP.
Commented :: 3/21/2010 9:44:00 AM
Mickmak
Love to Mrs McD at this difficult time, and condolences to all the family. We share your pain, Mary lost a nephew last week, it is tough going at present.
Commented :: 3/21/2010 3:08:00 PM
Love to Mrs McD at this difficult time, and condolences to all the family. We share your pain, Mary lost a nephew last week, it is tough going at present.
Commented :: 3/21/2010 3:08:00 PM
Irish Irene
Mickmac, comfort to Mary and her family in the passing of her nephew, God Bless.
Commented :: 3/21/2010 10:23:00 PM
Mickmac, comfort to Mary and her family in the passing of her nephew, God Bless.
Commented :: 3/21/2010 10:23:00 PM
Nice to hear from you, I don't think anyone does wallpapering down here now, mostly paint, although in the seventies I managed a small transport company in Sydney that delivered Wilson's wallpaper and fabric around the city. I do remember that Mum and Dad always seemed to be papering one room or another when we were younguns in NI, I can still recall the paste smell as it was slapped on with a big brush!! I assume it is all pre pasted these days. An iPhone? I am still trying to work out the MP3 player I got for christmas 2008, apparently it can record and play music!!
Commented :: 3/7/2010 3:11:00 PM