Pilgrims, Comets & Love and paracetamol


The walkers on the pilgrim walk turned up at St Michael’s around five pm. At least a dozen villagers turned up with cakes and tea and water bottles and good wishes  to greet them which was a welcomed first. Our jovial vicar David Lewis ( far left) was on hand too.
I do like him, he’s a sweet good natured soul. 

After that My friend Ruth and I went to Theatre Clwyd for an outdoor production off Catching Comets 
Which had a lot to say about the fragile nature of the male psychi in relation to love and relationships ..it was a pity there were only 20 people in the audience.
An intelligent and stimulating one man show 





I loved the venue ….when light fell on the outdoor stage…the huge brick wall of the East Wing of Theatre Clwyd stood illuminated as a back drop to the  drama….it felt like our own local Tate Modern.
 

I got home around ten pm and was stopped surprisingly by neighbour Trevor as I walked the dogs in the lane .
He’s 95 and rather breathlessly was brandishing a quality bottle of white wine, his trousers flapping.
This Is for you .” He said, offering me the bottle 
Whatever for ?” I asked him
Apparently I had given. him some advice a week ago about what dosages of  paracetamol to take for a painful shoulder.
“ I have my own personal doctor “ he quipped
“ And I had the best night’s sleep ever!”

And I smiled

I’m so happy to live in a place which I’m known, liked and valued
And if that sounds rather saccharine 
So be it

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  1. Actually, it sounds sweet, John ... not everyone gets a grateful thank you for good advice!
    Hope the wine is tasty!

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    1. It was, he had asked the supermarket staff to select him a good one

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  2. What a nice day you had! You are part of a caring community there and that is a treasure!

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  3. Barbara Anne12:05 am

    How lovely! Enjoy that wine as you remember to wonderful events you were part of today!
    Sweet dreams!

    and, of course, hugs!

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  4. Enjoy your wine :)

    I like the look of your vicar :)

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    1. He looks like he should be in an Ealing Comedy circa 1950

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  5. Not saccharine at all... it actually sounds wonderful. As does your day. So glad the Pilgrim Church idea is moving forward.

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  6. Well deservedly respected and loved. You are valuable and valued member of your community.

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  7. Not saccharine at all. It's wonderful that you are valued, appreciated and loved by your community. Lucky Trevor to have you to turn to for advice. xx

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    1. I think Trevor is the oldest person in the village now

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  8. It's what we all should aspire to.

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  9. Not one iota saccharine. Community it the best thing ever. Ta

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  10. I don't find it saccharine at all. It's fundamental caring among those whose lives are entwined not by shared lineage but by choice. And it's heartwarming to hear about it.

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    1. I get criticised for being too rosy

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  11. Well, you certainly win the prize for 'Best Page Title of 2021'.

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  12. Definitely not saccharine - community has shown itself to be vital in our lives there last two ghastly years, otherwise the isolation would have been intolerable. He appreciates you, and by expressing it, he will be more willing to turn for help if he needs it in the future... which keeps the wheel turning. I'm glad you enjoyed the theatre.

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    1. I agree Virginia …the kindness of former strangers here has boosted me greatly over lockdown

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  13. It all sounds wonderful. It is so good to be appreciated.

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  14. What a wonderful feel good post John thanks for sharing.

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  15. It is a shame when a good production is poorly attended.
    I think it goes both ways with being appreciated and liked by the villagers. You also put in time, effort and caring for the village. It does seem like a really special place though.

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    1. I think it must be hard for the actors . I did send a message via Twitter to the actor involved saying how much I liked the performance

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    1. It’s was a nice day , a very nice day

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  17. what a nice gesture and at 95 good for him to be up that late.

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    1. He’d been watching the cottage for a couple of days lol

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  18. There are aspects of village life which I like, but there are other aspects which I don't. You need to know when to back off in a village, and I am not very good at that.

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    1. Indeed and the more “ difficult” side of village life, for obvious reasons , is not really discussed here

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    2. Small village life can become very intrusive.

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    3. It’s like anything , if the good out weigh the bad you stay.

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  19. And soon a break from work begins for you,

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  20. When you find a place you can call home, nurturing it always pays dividends.

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    1. Making an effort isn’t a big sacrifice

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  21. I don't get regularly involved in village life as I feel I should but I feel I cannot make the regular commitments-the dogs take all my energy-I shall be helping with pickle onions soon though and have just bought vinegar x

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  22. Known, liked, valued...and loved.
    My dodgy computer has been fixed by a kind, tech-savvy friend; so I share your happy vibe!

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  23. Outdoor theater is rare in the US you are fortunate to have this great venue. I agree, male psych is both complex and fragile. Small town intrusion does not exist in Northern states. In New England people can be cold and prefer privacy/distance. In Southern and Western states people are much friendlier. The contrast is striking.

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    1. In the Uk it is stereotype that the east and northern peoples are more friendly

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  24. Isn't that what we all really want: to be known, liked, and valued!?

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    1. Yes cheryl
      I thought I had it in my marriage …

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  25. You and Trelawnyd were made for each other!

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    1. I think you have to try to fit in wherever you are

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    1. The gift made me incredibly happy yesterday

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  27. I absolutely love your observations and take on life! Don’t ever stop blogging.

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  28. Being known, liked and valued is a precious attribute. Not at all saccharine, something to be prized.

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  29. May I add that I have been very disappointed at times that certain people are not happy when some are thoughtful and kindly-I think it irritates inside themselves-and their values are disappointinly not as I mistakenly imagined-But musn't cloud the good in life x

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    1. Flis I understand that I may irritate some with my optimistic look of village life ….I don’t really care , i don’t make things up

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    2. but some nasty people have got very angry when I've put myself out there-so rather than cause things to escalate I withdrew-Now I shall think they can Sod Off!-thank you kindly John xx

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  30. Saccharine? No, not at all. It's why you stayed in the village. You are a part of it and they appreciate you.
    XOXOX

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  31. Pleased the Pilgrim visit went well John - hope it all turns out well.

    As to you in the village - you know my views on that - yu are one of the most valued members of the community abd should be proud of it xx

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