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Friday 25 April 2014

SIMPLY A MOMENT

JULY 24- 09.17

Having managed to (surruptiously) pack my little carry-on suitcase, I am now sitting in the naya with a cup of coffee mentally rechecking said suitcase. Boo is hovering close by...she senses something is afoot and is already upset at Kirsty's departure yesterday. Apart from the twittering of a few birds and the intermittent braying of a donkey somewhere in the distance, all is tranquility itself!

I am about to head for the airport, to fly to Scotland to meet up with Craig and to join the rest of my family to celebrate dad's 80th birthday.

I am hoping that the excitement of the next few days isn't too much for him......my sister and her family arrived from New Zealand yesterday, which he and mum were so looking forward to, so it is a real family occasion.
Craig is already there, and has reported that dad is better than he expected to find him, so that has put my mind at rest somewhat....our problem will be keeping him from trying to do too much!

I hear the not so gentle sound of snoring from my feet, and realise Boo has settled down and dozed off...time to gather the last few bits and pieces for my journey while she's not looking!

NB......as soon as moved, Boo was up like a shot...there's no fooling that dog!!

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Thanks for dropping by!
Take care of you
Alison xx

18 comments:

  1. This made me smile Alison :o) How funny that you have to hide your packing from poor little Boo.

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  2. We are away today ourselves and the fuss our dog made when we left was impressive! Thy just love us so!

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  3. Sometimes they are just too alert aren't they? Hope you have a lovely time celebrating your Dad's birthday and that he is as well as you hope.

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  4. Hope your dad has a wonderful birthday....and you still have cherries when you get back!!

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  5. Well done on your secret packing! Poor old Boo!

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  6. Hope you have a wonderful time with your family.

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  7. Ahhh, poor Boo. I hope your dad's birthday celebration goes well. Safe travels!

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  8. Have a brilliant time, enjoy x

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  9. I must share this with my friend whose Yorkie pitches a royal fit whenever she leaves the house!
    How wonderful everyone could gather to celebrate your dad's both! Thanks for sharing your moment.
    Cheers~

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  10. Enjoy your birthday reunion Alison!

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  11. I hope you have a wonderful trip and lots of FUN celebrating with family! Sending prayers that your Dad will have lots of energy and will take care of himself and enjoy himself tremendously!

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  12. Oh, I do hope all is well when you get there, Alison, and that you have a wonderful family celebration! You must feel reassured by Craig ....your sensitive thinking about Boo made me smile as it reminded me of tiptoeing around doing things while my children were napping. I was so,pleased and touched you linked again this month and thank you for joining in :). Safe journeying too ....

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  13. Exciting times for your family--a special birthday and a visit from faraway relatives too. I hope everyone will have a wonderful time.

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  14. Hope you all have a lovely time. I did smile when I thought of your little furbundle freaking at your travel plans.
    caroline

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  15. A lovely moment and I really hope you have a wonderful time with your family, especially your dad x

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  16. A great moment and I hope that you have had a wonderful time celebrating with your family :)

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  17. Dogs do have an amazing sixth sense, don't they?
    I hope your visit with your dad is tranquil. Enjoy your time together.
    Hugs,
    Rinda

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  18. Oh I can so relate to packing with a dog that senses something "bad" is going on. Hope you enjoyed your time with the family and your Dad enjoyed his birthday.

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