The weather chose well today. After yesterday’s indecisiveness, it was sunshine today. My goodness the wind was bitter though. Winter is on its way.
After the chaos of the past few weeks, this was the calm I definitely needed today.
Autumn hue
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Rear view
Well I haven’t seen this view for a long time!
It’s been a really weird weather day. Showers and sunshine were the order of the day. Wasn’t sure if I’d have time to ride without getting soaked. So I decided to long-rein / double lunge Buddy instead.
We haven’t done this for a while, so I wasn’t sure how it would go. Pleased to report we had a lot of fun and no tangles.
Skill set
Today I was very grateful for my Nana. When I was a child, she taught me how to bake and line a tin with pastry. I got to reconnect with that skill as I spent most of the day helping to make mince pies for one of my clients. They’re off to a food show this weekend so it was all hands on deck!
My back is aching, my feet are aching and my face is aching from laughing so much. Listening to Disney songs while baking is definitely the way forward.
It’s amazing the skills you pick up along the way.
Silent partners
So this is what the kittens get up to while I’m busy working?! They really are silent partners in my business.
It made me laugh as I finished my morning meetings. First a coaching session with a new client, followed by a Masterclass on sales copywriting that I’d been invited to deliver to a membership group.
I love helping people. And sharing my knowledge. I’ve picked quite a lot over the years.
Halloween
Given Buddy’s had a bit of time off while I was away, I thought it best to lunge him today. I was expecting a bit of a horror show but he was rather sedate.
I’ve been forgiven it seems as he gave me lots of nuzzles and a bit of grooming. He makes my heart burst, he really does.
Looking forward to hacking out tomorrow.
Home again
Do you think they missed me?! The kittens and I are snuggled up on the sofa together. It’s good to be home. I missed them while I’ve been away.
I swung by the yard on my way home to see Buddy. He seemed more interested in his hay than me. I must be in the bad books. Either that or he thinks he’s retired. He’ll get a shock tomorrow when I go back and ride him.
Looking forward to sleeping in my own bed tonight.
Graduation Day
Whenever I’m at my parents, I find a golden oldie. This is on my graduation day from the International School of Stockholm. I was 15 I think.
I loved that dress. I wonder if it’s still in a cupboard somewhere. I might have to go and see. Wonder if it still fits me?!
Jail break
Look who’s home?! So happy to have him back. I got frustrated and fed up waiting for the care package to be sorted so I took matters into my own hands. I was told that it could take weeks to sort…
I’ve arranged more support for them to allow Dad to recover at home. Best place for him.
Never underestimate what I can achieve when my back is against the wall and my family needs action. You can guarantee I will spring into action. And get stuff done!
Young love
Gotta love technology sometimes. Mum and Dad got to have a face to face of sorts today. My parents met in 1966 on a double blind date and have been together ever since. My Dad proposed after just a week! I guess when you know you know.
Still no news on when Dad will be home. I’ve learnt a few things today. There’s a National
shortage of carers, some processes are tough to navigate and I am bloody resilient!! Oh and I make a good cup of tea apparently.
I wish I got paid by the phone call. That’s all I’m saying….
Autumn edition
Mum fancied Shepherd Pie tonight. As I’m culinarily challenged, I popped into Sainsbury’s to pick one up for her. Spotted this while I was there. Love the fact it’s the Autumn Edition. When did that happen?!
No more news on Dad coming home. He’s ready to be discharged, but we’re waiting for a care package to be put in place. That’s where it gets tricky as there’s a backlog and no ETA. So he’s staying in for now.
