Thank you for taking the time to write your lovely ramblings Gareth - they're really much appreciated! I really admire your discipline and your willingness to leave your beautiful cottage to join in with the community - I'd be seriously at risk of becoming a hermit if I lived there! 😂 I hope the weekend treats turned up and you and Paul have a restful Sunday with your beautiful boys!
Ah, thank you so much Vikki - it's so nice to hear you enjoy and appreciate them. Yes, it takes A LOT of discipline. Some week, much more than others! Hope you're having a good week. G xx
Carpet bowls looks like great fun, here in the West Country we have skittle alleys, that too is great fun. I can’t profess to have ever had a go myself, but my sister and brother in law do. I would love to have seen you blush like a teenager at the mention of how many inches you needed 🤭 though!!
How lovely to meet up with a follower. I have several who live near me but have never met,might be something worth looking into. How sweet too that the mutts made friends too.
Have an awesome week and look forward to hearing about your escapades next Friday!
Thank you for your lovely message Sue! A wee Insta meet up can be lovely. You can really find 'your crowd' sometimes. Hope you're having a good week? G xx
I love the thought of giant maltesas, but spotted balls!? Evenings at carpet bowls sounds so much fun, apart from rolling your balls, erm I mean bowls up a carpeted table. I definitely think its worth turning out on a chilly Monday evening just for the laughs and wee drams. I've said before I love your writing style, so I think in fact I'm confident your presentation is going to be absolutely fine Gareth. I really enjoyed seeing your two boys with their Gotcha Day treats, what lucky dogs they are they always look so happy. So Gareth thanks for another good read. Hope your Morrisons order has arrived by now and your tucking into some well deserved crisps in front of your fire.
Ah, thank you for your kind words Bob, and your constant encouragement and support. It really is appreciated. The Morrisons order arrived, just a day late in the end! Wine and crisps were enjoyed. Hope you're having a good week? G xx
Ooh, that sounds delicious. I've not had Southern Comfort since my university days. Guess what's on my next shopping order? (and thankfully the wine and crisps did arrive) xx
I taught chair yoga classes before covid and always stressed about my presentation and teaching style (aka losing my train of thought). Then I realized: everyone who comes to my class is there because they want to be there. It made it a lot easier for me to teach. Hope your presentation goes equally well
Thanks, once again, for making me cry with laughter - keep it coming!! Your cottage is so beautiful set in wonderful scenery and looks so cosy. Have a great weekend once the wine and crisps and Paul arrive. x
Thanks for the chuckles to brighten up a dull Friday. Have you ever considered writing a book about all your adventures. Pretty sure it would be a great read! 😊
Love this! And I’m guessing it wouldn’t actually work with giant maltesers, would it. I initially thought that the winner could eat them all, but the thought of all that unsavoury handling put that idea to bed almost instantly 😝
Great rambling read again. Love it, those innuendos 🤣🤣🤣 xx
Thank you for taking the time to write your lovely ramblings Gareth - they're really much appreciated! I really admire your discipline and your willingness to leave your beautiful cottage to join in with the community - I'd be seriously at risk of becoming a hermit if I lived there! 😂 I hope the weekend treats turned up and you and Paul have a restful Sunday with your beautiful boys!
Ah, thank you so much Vikki - it's so nice to hear you enjoy and appreciate them. Yes, it takes A LOT of discipline. Some week, much more than others! Hope you're having a good week. G xx
Carpet bowls looks like great fun, here in the West Country we have skittle alleys, that too is great fun. I can’t profess to have ever had a go myself, but my sister and brother in law do. I would love to have seen you blush like a teenager at the mention of how many inches you needed 🤭 though!!
How lovely to meet up with a follower. I have several who live near me but have never met,might be something worth looking into. How sweet too that the mutts made friends too.
Have an awesome week and look forward to hearing about your escapades next Friday!
Sue xx
Thank you for your lovely message Sue! A wee Insta meet up can be lovely. You can really find 'your crowd' sometimes. Hope you're having a good week? G xx
I love the thought of giant maltesas, but spotted balls!? Evenings at carpet bowls sounds so much fun, apart from rolling your balls, erm I mean bowls up a carpeted table. I definitely think its worth turning out on a chilly Monday evening just for the laughs and wee drams. I've said before I love your writing style, so I think in fact I'm confident your presentation is going to be absolutely fine Gareth. I really enjoyed seeing your two boys with their Gotcha Day treats, what lucky dogs they are they always look so happy. So Gareth thanks for another good read. Hope your Morrisons order has arrived by now and your tucking into some well deserved crisps in front of your fire.
Ah, thank you for your kind words Bob, and your constant encouragement and support. It really is appreciated. The Morrisons order arrived, just a day late in the end! Wine and crisps were enjoyed. Hope you're having a good week? G xx
I settled down to read this with a hot chocolate laced with Southern Comfort. 😊 Love reading about your week and your adventures with your lovely boys
Have a wonderful weekend, hope the wine and crisps turn up soon xx
Ooh, that sounds delicious. I've not had Southern Comfort since my university days. Guess what's on my next shopping order? (and thankfully the wine and crisps did arrive) xx
What an awesome community you have around you 💚
We're very lucky! G xx
Tickling Gareth’s balls 😂😂😂! Oh you do brighten my day. Thank you.
That view of Keepers is stunning. Hope your shopping arrives soon xx
Ahh, thank you so much G xx
Love this blog as always 😀😀
Thank you so much, G xx
Thanks as always to offer us a part of scottish life
Thank you as always for offering us a piece of Scottish life.
How good it is to walk in your landscapes, to smile at your humorous notes!
Looking forward to the next one🙌
Thank you Patrice, G xx
I taught chair yoga classes before covid and always stressed about my presentation and teaching style (aka losing my train of thought). Then I realized: everyone who comes to my class is there because they want to be there. It made it a lot easier for me to teach. Hope your presentation goes equally well
Oh, thank you so much Jacqueline, I really appreciate that. G xx
Thanks, once again, for making me cry with laughter - keep it coming!! Your cottage is so beautiful set in wonderful scenery and looks so cosy. Have a great weekend once the wine and crisps and Paul arrive. x
Ahh, thank you so much Kim, G xx
Thanks for the chuckles to brighten up a dull Friday. Have you ever considered writing a book about all your adventures. Pretty sure it would be a great read! 😊
Aw, that's so lovely of you to say, thank you! G xx
Love the view of keepers I bet you can’t actually believe you really live there ❤️
Thank you so much! I do still have to keep pinching myself, G xx
Love this! And I’m guessing it wouldn’t actually work with giant maltesers, would it. I initially thought that the winner could eat them all, but the thought of all that unsavoury handling put that idea to bed almost instantly 😝
Haha, no, probably best sticking with bowls and regular size Maltesers, on balance! G xx