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Camera Critters - Muddy Feets

toladybanana@hotmail.com (Lady Banana) — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 07:07:00 +0000

Even though we have been having torrential rain recently, resulting in it being very muddy underfoot, Mabel has insisted on going out!

Not surprisingly she comes back with very muddy feets!

But at least she gives them a good cleaning!

Back Together

toladybanana@hotmail.com (Lady Banana) — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 17:27:00 +0000

When my son was away working in Dubai he met Holly.

As he planned his return to England they were devastated to find out that she was not given clearance to come with him.

So he came home alone and she had to return to her home in South Africa.

This was back in May and since then many plans have been made, papers submitted to relevant authorities and at last she was given an entry visa for residence.

This morning at 6:30 she arrived at Heathrow Airport.

I am so happy for them to be together again.

I’ve yet to meet Holly, today they are catching up and chilling together.

Another stepping stone in the life of a parent when your kids get proper live in partners!

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Here Comes The Little Old Grey Haired Lady

toladybanana@hotmail.com (Lady Banana) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 19:42:00 +0000

Over the years 2 of my 3 children have suffered quite severely with eczema.

In fact even though they are now they are in their 20’s they still get it.

I’ve never had it, until now..

Recently I have been getting small but sore, intensely itchy patches in various places.

The worst place being on my scalp. It’s good that no one can see it but awful because I’m not going to be able to use any hair dye whilst it’s there…. wahhhhhh!!!!!!!!!!!

I don’t need to visit my GP, we have a wide variety of ointments here and I think I probably know how to use them better than most having had over 20 years experience!

I just hope it clears up soon or..

Here comes the little old grey haired lady…

Stormy

toladybanana@hotmail.com (Lady Banana) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 14:58:00 +0000

Such a stormy weekend this is, we have had torrential rain and wind..

I took this photo at 11am this morning, as you can see it was almost dark!

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Not Quite The Right Place For A Cat!

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The Next Blog Is Now Much Improved

toladybanana@hotmail.com (Lady Banana) — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 19:59:00 +0000

In the past when I've used the Next Blog button I've more often than not been taken to a blog not written in English, which is not much good for me.

Now Blogger have improved this button, it will now take you to a blog with similar content as the one you are already on and in a language that you understand!

Which is great news and a great way to find new blogs!

Sunday Stealing - The Strange Question Meme - Part 2

toladybanana@hotmail.com (Lady Banana) — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 22:13:00 +0000

OK I know it's Monday, but never mind eh.. A woman is allowed to be a little late now and then!

26. What color is your watch? Has a black strap and face.

27. What do you think of when you hear “Australia”? Kangaroos

28. Would you strip for money? As if anyone would pay!

29. Do you go in a fast food place or just hit the drive thru? Rarely have fast food

30. What is your favorite number? 26

31. Who’s the last person you talked to on the phone? My son

32. Any plans today? Nearly bedtime

33. In how many states have you lived? None

34. Biggest annoyance right now? At this moment - nothing!

35. Last song listened to? Between 2 Lungs

36. Can you say the alphabet backwards? Never tried

37. Do you have a maid service clean your house? I WISH!

38. Favorite pair of shoes you wear all the time? Black flats

39. Are you jealous of anyone? No, it'd be pointless

40. Is anyone jealous of you? Doubt it

41. Do you love anyone? Yep

42. Do any of your friends have children? Yes, most do

43. What do you usually do during the day? work and work and work

44. Do you hate anyone that you know right now? Errr nope

45. Do you use the word hello daily? I do

46. What color is your car? Don't have one

47. What size wedding ring do you wear? Not married, but ring size is M

48. Are you thinking about someone right now? Always

49. Have you ever been to Six Flags? Where??

50. How did you get your worst scar? Appendicitis

Lost Comments

toladybanana@hotmail.com (Lady Banana) — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 21:16:00 +0000

Hmmm seems Blogger has lost some of your comments during the time moderation was on.

If you recently commented on any post I am sorry it's not appeared and ask if you have the time, can you please re-submit the comment - thanks :)

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Genitals And Who’s The Father?

toladybanana@hotmail.com (Lady Banana) — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 15:51:00 +0000

When I was very young I used to skim over my mothers “Womens” magazines.

They didn’t mean much to me, it was nice just to look at the pictures as the stories looked rather boring.

However 2 things I did read which made absolutely no sense at all to me and left me mystified to this day (well not quite to this day..lol) was the story entitled:

“ Pregnant, but I don’t know who the father is!”

That left me quite bemused as it was obvious to me that if you were going to have a baby then the father of the baby would be your husband!

The other, was not a story title but a line or so in an article which I don’t really remember too well apart from the phrase:

“It is important to wash your genitals daily”

GENITALS!! Wash daily!? Now what the heck were genitals and how would I wash them daily? Did I have any genitals? Was I normal? No one had ever told me before to do this! It was rather worrying but I daren’t ask my Mother as she might be cross I had read her magazine.

So it was one of those big scary mysteries, funny now but not so much at the time!

Balloons For iPhone = Fun!

toladybanana@hotmail.com (Lady Banana) — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 20:49:00 +0000

I'm still enjoying finding new apps for the iPhone and yesterday I found this one!

I can’t stop playing with it now.

If you decide to have a go it’s best to get the paid for version as it tracks where your own balloons go!

It’s only £1.79 for hours and hours of fun – just think, where else can you have so much fun so cheaply! lol

And no, I am not being paid to do this post!

Remember Remember The 5th of November

toladybanana@hotmail.com (Lady Banana) — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 18:20:00 +0000

I always remember the 5th of November, not for Guy Fawkes and the fireworks, in fact I’m not too keen on them anyway, but because it was my Mothers birthday and sadly the day that her Mum, my Granny, passed away.

If my Mum was still with us she would be 74, pity she only saw 52 of those years.

Anyway, the fireworks have begun (what a waste of money eh!) so I’m going to make sure my cat Mabel is OK, even though she is most definitely safe indoors she is still scared :(

What’s The Point?

toladybanana@hotmail.com (Lady Banana) — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 08:14:00 +0000

Sometimes I wonder what’s the point of blogging. Sure I can share some of the funny stuff I find, a few photos and a little of my life.

Yes, a LITTLE of my life.

But so often I want to write a lot more about my life and how I am feeling at that particular time.

Recently I have been feeling rather low for reasons which I am all too familiar with and I’m pretty sure getting it out would do me good. A few kind comments would do me even better.

BUT and yes it’s a BIG BUT, I don’t feel I can pour out my heart here as I am aware that certain people, who I would prefer not to, have discovered my online persona. I have no idea if they actually read this but I can’t take the risk.

So, blogging really is skimming the surface, not what it could be if I were sure it was anonymous.

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Sunday Stealing – The Strange Question - Meme Part 1

toladybanana@hotmail.com (Lady Banana) — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 16:12:00 +0000

Most Sundays I enjoy reading Sunday Stealing over at EasternSparkles blog.

Most weeks I don’t feel able to complete many of the questions but this week is different – so here goes!

1. What is the color of your toothbrush? Purple & White

2. Name one person who made you smile today. No One, feeling moody today

3. What were you doing at 8 am this morning? Laying in bed

4. What were you doing 45 minutes ago? Talking to my daughter

5. What is your favorite candy bar? Double Decker & Crunchie & Mars bar, &&&.. well almost anything

6. Have you ever been to a strip club? Not yet! lol

7. What is the last thing you said aloud? Yes, I remember that

8. What is your favorite ice cream? Probably plain vanilla

9. What was the last thing you had to drink? Earl Grey Tea

10. Do you like your wallet? yes when it's full!

11. What was the last thing you ate? Left over pizza

12. Have you bought any new clothing items this week? A cute pair of ankle boots from Sainsburys

13. The last sporting event you watched? Avoid sport as much as possible

14. What is your favorite flavor of popcorn? Rarely eat popcorn

15. Who is the last person you sent a text message to? Youngest daughter

16. Ever go camping? Nope, don’t fancy it

17. Do you take vitamins daily? No

18. Do you go to church every Sunday? Not since Sunday school age

19. Do you have a tan? Faded now

20. Do you prefer Chinese food over pizza? No, I love pizza

21. Do you drink your soda with a straw? No

22. What did your last text message say? I’m still croaky but not so bad now

23. What are you doing tomorrow? Working

24. Favorite color? Green, as long as it’s the right shade of green

25. Look to your left; what do you see? My partner playing on his Playstation.

Wet Start To November

toladybanana@hotmail.com (Lady Banana) — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 14:49:00 +0000

We woke this morning to torrential rain and wind.

The leaves were floating off the trees like snow and Mabel was watching through the window, no doubt wishing to go out but not too keen on getting soaked – although a little later on she did just that!

Am I A Witch?

toladybanana@hotmail.com (Lady Banana) — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 20:45:00 +0000

You Are 40% Witch

It's unlikely that you're a witch. At least, no one thinks you are.
You may still be interested in witchcraft, but you're by no means a stereotypical witch.

While you don't seem all that witchy, people may think you're a bit weird.
You're definitely a little offbeat. No one really knows what to make of you sometimes.

Are You a Witch?

Come On Winter!

toladybanana@hotmail.com (Lady Banana) — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 21:18:00 +0000

When will this unseasonably warm weather go away?

Don’t get me wrong, I love warm weather, but not now!

I am ready for winter, got a new coat and a lovely scarf and just want to wrap up nice and cosy these dark evenings.

I look forward to the cold crisp mornings, the frost on the leaves and the spider webs.

I’m sure this current weather is a good breeding ground for all the winter bugs as this has been a record week at work! If we were paid per patient per visit I think we’d all be extremely happy.

The weather forecast for the weekend is the same temperature but just wet..not good enough.

It’s got to get cold by Guy Fawkes night, can’t be watching the fireworks in t-shirts!

End Of The Poll

toladybanana@hotmail.com (Lady Banana) — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 19:40:00 +0000

Thought it was time to remove the poll about the swine flu jab.

I had 43 votes and as you can see 70% say they will not have this vaccination.

I had 1 comment which I believe probably says it for a lot of us -

“I shall not have the swine flu jab because it has not been totally proven to be safe and also I do believe that in order to strengthen ourselves that a dose of the flue actually strengthens our individual auto immune system.”

I myself really do not want it but if I’m honest I’m not 100% decided yet.

Still it won’t be long now till many of us here in the UK have to decide once and for all!

Mellow Yellow Monday - Fruity

toladybanana@hotmail.com (Lady Banana) — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 01:35:00 +0000

Been a while (again) since I took part in MYM but when I spotted this lovely display of fruit I knew I just had to!

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“Fed Up” Dog

toladybanana@hotmail.com (Lady Banana) — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 10:33:00 +0000

From Simon’s Cat creator comes a warning not to overfeed your pet with table scraps, even when they are still begging for more!

Long Awaited Good News

toladybanana@hotmail.com (Lady Banana) — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 20:31:00 +0000

This week has shot by faster than ever. I’m happy it’s Friday but what on earth happened to the previous 4 days? It’s frightening.

It was a busy week with some ups and downs.

One of the ups was news from my son regarding his girlfriend.

He met her when he worked in Dubai and he wanted her to come to UK with him (she is South African) but she was not granted a visa for various reasons.

He had to come home here and she had to return to her home in SA.

After many months of gathering information and a change in circumstances they submitted yet another application, which after only a matter of days they found out it was successful.

They are both over the moon and now I’m looking forward to meeting my future daughter-in-law!

Getting Ready For Action

toladybanana@hotmail.com (Lady Banana) — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 19:54:00 +0000

We had a very big box of leaflets delivered today in preparation for the upcoming vaccination clinics.

The actual vaccine is expected anytime from Monday 26th.

Then the mayhem will begin – it has not yet been fully decided how and when this clinic will take place, but no doubt it is going to be out of usual clinic hours – and, no doubt rather hectic!

Powercut

toladybanana@hotmail.com (Lady Banana) — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 18:12:00 +0000

Shhh don’t tell anyone but I had a great day at work today because guess what, I didn’t do any!

Well that’s not quite true, I worked for about an hour then we had a major power cut, including phone lines, so it was impossible to do anything, not even have a cuppa tea!

There were a lot of patients in the building when it happened so as soon as we realised it wasn’t going to be a 10 minute cut they all had to leave and we had to close the doors.

Obviously this wasn’t easy as people kept turning up for appointments to find a notice on a locked door, but there was no choice. We cannot work without computers and there is little natural light in the building, my room has none.

We sat about waiting for information for several hours until it was confirmed it was going to be an all day problem.

At that stage I was able to come home but others had to stay behind to sort out the removal of 100’s of refrigerated vaccines to another fridge in another building.

I dread to think what tomorrow will be like when patients start complaining, but oh well it won’t be my problem as I don’t go in till 1pm!

New Baby

toladybanana@hotmail.com (Lady Banana) — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 18:33:00 +0000

A friend of the family has just got a new baby, a fur baby that is!

I just had to post a pic of her, she’s so cute!!

Anyone Know What Kind Of Spider Is This?

toladybanana@hotmail.com (Lady Banana) — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 16:40:00 +0000

I know it’s a bit scary to look at (if you click it then it will come up even bigger and scarier) but if you know anything about spiders can you let me know is it a normal British type?

I saw it as I was walking through the car park of a local supermarket, it was pretty big and to me, very unusual. I wondered had it jumped out of a box of bananas or something!

Looks like it has a pumpkin on it’s back, quite apt really as it’s nearly Halloween!

Will You Have The Swine Flu Jab?

toladybanana@hotmail.com (Lady Banana) — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 20:03:00 +0000

With the Swine Flu Vaccination about to appear in a GP surgery near you, will you have it?

It will firstly be offered to high risk groups and health workers, but decisions need to be made for all of us and our children!

Please use the poll on the right sidebar..

Thanks!

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