Mary, Dorothy and I walked up the Gop yesterday afternoon.
It was humid and showery and we three sat on the summit for a while sweating and panting in the heat.
Mary leaned against me as Welsh terrier do and watched the village
Dorothy just lolled her eyes a bit and watched me.
I have never had such a needy dog.
I stroke her to keep her still and calm
The village is changing as the lockdown changes.
It’s busier in traffic and shopping is almost back to normal so the Street wardens now have little to do and the Velvet Voiced Linda now no longer texts her weekly roll call to the 40 souls who secretly love her words of praise and encouragement .
The pub remains closed and somewhat desolate but the Community association remains stalwart and focused under its firm leadership so I am sure the future of the Memorial Hall will be safe.
It should be.
I hope it will be.
Cameron hasn’t finished photoshopping the group photos he took the other month . He’s been busy at work which is lucky as so many people seem to be worried about their jobs. Trendy Carol is busy too and looks tired when I saw her last....mind you I looked like the wreck of the Hesperus after so many night shifts .....she was just too polite to say so.
I caught Mrs Trellis out, and was surprised to find her uncharacteristically curt.
I had not upset her , I was sure if that so I chalked it up to her having a bad day.
Her bobble hat mirrored her Black mood and looked stiff and tight lipped
Meirion Jones on the other hand was his usual chatty self and it was an age and a mass of plant information later before I could get away for home.
I see that the Royle’s house on London Road has sold and the new people were moving in today...lots of toys in the van.....a family ! which is great news.
As we turned by the church I waved at the young mom and her kiddies from Bron Haul .She had been counting the pebbles in the vicar’s decorated Covid Snake
“Over 80!!!!!” She called and I gave her the thumbs up
The vicar will be pleased.
It feels like a storm is brewing
How very wonderful to live in a place where you know and care about so many of the people in your area. What a marvelous way to share lives, especially during this tough time. Thank you for sharing the little things that make such a large life overall.
ReplyDeleteBobble hat in August in a heat wave?
ReplyDeleteShe is never without it
DeleteAh, poor Hesperus.
ReplyDeleteProper village life. My village is described as a 'Commune'. No shops or centre as such (other than the church), and all the houses (farms) spread out over an area of 240 sq kms. It doesn't make for much random social life.
ReplyDeleteThe commune we live in has just lost its combined bar and shop for the second time , in a commune of 250 people spread over a large area there is no possibility of a community spirit . If we get to know any local news it is purely by luck .
DeleteThat you could walk to that height after a row of night shifts proves you're in better shape than you admit to, the Hesperus nothwithstanding.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful overlook you, Mary, and Dorothy hiked to. Can your cottage be seen from there? I think I saw what might be a church in the lower center of the photo not far from an orange roof and know your home is right around the corner from a church (from your recent walk with us!).
Sweet dreams!
Babs in actual fact my cottage isn’t right on the other side of the village..you can just make out the outline of the church
DeleteA wonderful description and a wonderful picture. I imagine it must be so relaxing to sit up there looking down at the village.
ReplyDeleteI love these glimpses of village life. 'Her bobble hat mirrored her Black mood and looked stiff and tight lipped'. You have a great way with words John. x
ReplyDeleteGood to see a community still being one when so much is sucked away to towns and cities
ReplyDeleteSo much in this story of village life. I hope Mrs. Trellis is ok. Tough times for many.
ReplyDeleteGreat update on village life, enjoy the walk.
ReplyDeleteJohn gray your words transport me to another life. You are my outlander.
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Walks from your door couldn't get much better than that...Wonder if the new family know they are being watched by an avid blogger (as well as most of the other residents).
ReplyDeleteOMG that pic is just adorable!
ReplyDeleteSuch a quaint place!
XOXO
I wonder if Mrs Trellis is preoccupied with something concerning her and she just Can't take her mind from it by chatting to Anyone at the moment x
ReplyDeleteI could not imagine living in such a small village. It looks beautiful though.
ReplyDeleteThere is something very omforting about being part of a village - especially if, like you, you are interested in being a part of it all.
ReplyDeleteI hope the new family settle in well and appreciate what a lovely community surrounds them. Every so often an injection of new life into a village provides a welcome lift - I hope it goes well for all concerned.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely visit to your village -- most enjoyable! Thank you for sharing the Village News with us!
ReplyDeleteHope all continues going well so your village can safely open up all businesses and you stay safe.
ReplyDeleteIt's when Miss Marple moves in you need to worry.
ReplyDeleteShe has I’m here
DeleteLovely story telling sharing all the goings on in your village with us John, I like the Miss Marple response.
ReplyDeleteI love stopping by here.
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