I came across my grandfather’s birth certificate a few days ago, while searching for something completely different! It reminded me that whom I once knew as grandpa, had he, by some miracle, still been alive, he would have been 150 years old on October 15th. Even so, it’s still a remarkable anniversary. Grannie, a reprint of whose birth certificate I have also inherited was born 17 years later in September 1887. Her 150th, therefore, won’t be until 2037. Just to think, HS2 should be up and running by then! I would like to think that the present lockdown might be lifted well before October and that we may be able to celebrate at the former family home….which remains in the family!
There doesn’t seem to be a great deal to write about at the moment. Most fortunately, life is “much of a muchness.” But, I didn’t have much inclination for walking last week. I did venture out of the house a few times.
But already, it’s the fourth Sunday of Easter. I have made some progress with decluttering my house and I am thankful that I now have until July 2021 before I go away again.
Morning Worship this morning came from Bangor Cathedral. Worship via the T.V. or over the internet just doesn’t work for me; I can’t concentrate. Although I feel happy writing an almost daily blog, I just can’t get to grips with modern technology which seems to evolve and change far too quickly for me to keep up. For example, WordPress, which I use for my writings have changed their technology. There is a new procedure for uploading photographs. And it did work when I first arrived back from South America, but annoyingly, no longer. Social distancing means I cannot have somebody help me out over this. So yes, I may be fairly content at the moment, but this situation is even getting me down a little bit.
But, I do have a stunning journey to plan and look forward to next year. And before that, this year’s summer.
With all good wishes, David, 23.21 hrs 3/5/20.
David's Cruise 