I had to make an emergency run to the supermarket this morning for toilet rolls, bleach spray and washing machine liquid.
I've not been feeling too sparkling myself...but there's plenty to do at the sick cottage.
The Prof is still in bed, and at three pm , I had just closed my eyes in the living room arm chair for a quick break when the Church Bell bloody well started....with the hormonal Bingley gobbling away in the background of each ring
Peace and quiet in the countryside eh?
Oh , and while I remember, I read out your comments on Mrs Trellis' dog eulogy to Mrs Trellis the other day, and she was exceptionally grateful for each and every one.
On tuesday she picks up her new dog from the animal rescue centre
He is a border collie, called Joey
I've not been feeling too sparkling myself...but there's plenty to do at the sick cottage.
The Prof is still in bed, and at three pm , I had just closed my eyes in the living room arm chair for a quick break when the Church Bell bloody well started....with the hormonal Bingley gobbling away in the background of each ring
Peace and quiet in the countryside eh?
On tuesday she picks up her new dog from the animal rescue centre
He is a border collie, called Joey
I'm sorry the church bell ringing is more annoying than Bingley....
ReplyDeleteNo church bells around here but my rooster sure seems to have a lot to say this morning.
ReplyDeleteLook on the positive side. It could have been peals, carillons, change-ringing.....Instead you get a soporific repeated one-note accompanied only by the gentle bucolic sound of a frisky fowl. Mind you, having said that, sooner you than me! :-)
ReplyDeleteI guess it's not always so idyllic!
ReplyDeleteYou could have far worse. It seems integral to the current state of things.
ReplyDeleteDon't you get sick too John.....Loved the sound of your church bells and Bingley having it out with each other. Good luck to Mrs Trellis with her new friend....I hope they develop a loving bond.
ReplyDeleteI suppose that is what 40 winks is like.........
ReplyDeleteSounded pretty to me, but I am not trying to nap :) Joey the border collie is already a lucky dog!!
ReplyDeleteLoved the video of the lane. That stone wall is perfect!
ReplyDeleteMardy
That actually does sound peaceful to me, and delightful. I once lived in a third floor walkup apartment next to an ancient church. I was not an early riser. The first Sunday I nearly went through the ceiling when the bells rang just before service. They were very bass bells, yours are a mere tinkle in comparison :o)
ReplyDeleteI am so glad that Mrs. Trellis is giving her heart to another dog. I would say to keep us updated ... but it's unnecessary to make that request, isn't it?
YAYZ for joey; he will be much loved by mrs. trellis and the other neighbours. and I would much rather listen to bingley and the other birdies than the church bell.
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear your on the verge of feeling sick too.
ReplyDeleteI loved the video of the stone wall and lane.
The bell sounds lovely even with Bingley but I was not exhausted
and trying to take a nap.
So happy for Mrs Trellis and her new love Joey.
cheers, parsnip
It's never as quiet as people think it's going to be in the countryside is it.
ReplyDeleteI'm so happy that Mrs Trellis is giving another dog a chance to share her loving home. Joey doesn't realise how lucky he is about to be.
Holy shit, no shit!
ReplyDeleteAnnoying church bells are no problem here in the wilds of Tennessee. All that's needed is a rifle and a good aim.
ReplyDeleteActually, I like your village church bells - - very quaint and appealing.
Sounds as though you have caught the dreaded lurgy from the Prof.
ReplyDeletePleased Mrs Trellis hasn't waited long for her new dog - the best way I think although everyone doesn't agree I know.
What beautiful morning sounds! I was transported right across the sea to your lovely part of the world.
ReplyDeletePlease post a picture of Joey, John. I am really pleased Mrs Trellis got herself a new canine pal.
ReplyDeleteGreat news about Mrs Trellis. I hope she will let you take a photo of her new companion at some stage. Get well soon to Chris and don't run yourself into the ground.
ReplyDeleteWhy at 3pm? Seems 6am, noon & 6pm Angelus is enough!
ReplyDeleteMorning service one week.....afternoon the next!
DeletePoor Chris! Perhaps you should call for the assistance of a nurse.
ReplyDeleteAs for toilet rolls, what's wrong with neatly cut pages of "The Guardian"or assignments by some of Chris's dimmer students?
So pleased that Mrs trellis is getting another dog. I had my pup 2 months after the demise of my beloved first dog. I still can cry when I read about someone losing their dog friend but it helps to have another furry pal in the house . He is asleep ony knee , having had an awake afternoon at cricket club!
ReplyDeleteSince when has a bit of a gobble ever bothered you?
ReplyDeleteWay to go, Mrs. Trellis! xxx
ReplyDeleteSo happy to hear about Mrs. T. and Joey. finding one another.
ReplyDeleteHopefully he will be easier to control on walks.
Oh so happy to see Mrs T is ready to love again. May they have many happy walks together (& belly rubs).
ReplyDeleteRather pleasant of a Sunday - to hear the bell ring.
ReplyDeleteThe alternative of not hearing...
Ear plugs? Rest well, in such a pretty place. The quietest place I have ever lived is this semi urban high rise, except for the idiot neighbor who practices the drums late at night. Actually he is not an idiot, he is crazy but does well when he takes his pills.
ReplyDelete"Actually he is not an idiot, he is crazy but does well when he takes his pills"
DeletePerhaps you should gently pass the identity of these pills on to John...
And who is looking after you, kind sir?
ReplyDeleteHappy that Mrs. Trellis has seen fit to get another dog. We really can't be without our animal companions. I hope this border collie is just right for her. Food poisoning is ghastly. Charcoal should put him to rights and electrolyte fluids. Take care yourself John.
ReplyDeleteI made that 39-O-Clock; nice wall.
ReplyDeleteNO CHURCH BELLS HERE, SURE THE MECHANIC WORKSHOP SEEMS TO BE THE BELL HERE
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I am so glad to hear Mrs. Trellis is getting a new dog.
ReplyDeleteBingley the Chorister! Chris has had this bug for a few days....it's really hanging on and if you fall ill it will have to be nurse Winnie in her caring capacity.
ReplyDeleteIt still sounds peaceful to me, compared to our supposedly-rural retreat with a huge school growing across the road like a homunculus and a ever-busier major national highway 500 metres away. Give me bells and hormonal turkeys any day!
ReplyDeleteOh and I hope Joey and Mrs Trellis get on like a house on fire, and for your sake, that he is a little sweeter than Sweep. :)
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