For Debby no!!!!! I mean Lizzy

 Sunday has been a productive day .
After a brief sleep, my brother-in-law came round to help me install my new washing machine. 
( not the easiest job in the world as it turned out) 
The humidity here is 65% , so we were dripping by the time it was up and running with my undercrackers leaping in soapy happy circles.
My brother in law has been a godsend to our entire family over the years as he’s one of those men who can turn his hand to anything practical and I’ve always been very grateful for his consistent smiling support over the years. 
This afternoon , the old washing machine my husband bought is now waiting for the village scrap iron man on the patio and the new all singing all dancing computer confusing washer is working perfectly 
I popped a gift of a litre of nice gin and some internet bought gin glasses to him at teatime 
The glasses were made in Spain which is apt.

I will leave you with some photos of my living room , especially for Debby
And as promised , I haven’t  tidied  up.
I’ve already bought and paid for new carpets for the cottage but these won’t be laid until late September. A few weeks to allow for Roger’s bladder to be  trained by the girls me thinks …..the same carpet will run into every room including the bedrooms







Then the cottage will be finally finished for the time being.
I’m picking him up at 11 am from Alfreton 
His purchase will signal a twenty year relationship with his breeder and from what I understand will probably be my last chance to buy a dog from her which is a poignant thought.
Roger will be my last terrier ….and one of a long line of lovely dogs …Finlay, Maddie, Meg, William, George, and Mary

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    1. Fuck you are right lol …sorry lizzy

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    2. And Oh course thank you Rachel xx

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    3. My wify is down Rachel . I'm now trying to blog on my.phone

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  2. Anonymous7:09 pm

    I have nothing in particular to say, John, just that I so enjoy following you in your day to day life. I can't wait to meet the new puppy. (Kathy from Virginia)

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  3. Anonymous7:24 pm


    Quote of the day: ... with my undercrackers leaping in soapy happy circles. Lol!! Looking forward to the new arrival's arrival! Louise

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  4. I adore your cottage. x

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  5. Nice to see Dorothy and Mary looking so relaxed. They don't realize what disruption is coming! Can't wait to be introduced to the new furry fella.

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    1. Initially ?
      It will be carnage lol

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    2. Well, hopefully not THAT bad. :)

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  6. Your cottage looks so different, but lovely, now that it is all your own. I love what you have done.

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  7. Just the coziest. You and I definitely share some sensibilities in the way we have made our homes our own. And John- although my staircase and yours are not twins, they are pretty dang close cousins. Now how did that happen? Wales to North Florida? My house was built in 1859 and I know your cottage is older but when was that staircase put in?

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    1. Please post a photo of your staircase

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    2. I will soon. I promise.

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  8. It's exciting and I've always been apprehensive -Have they been introduced - I don't believe so-I never met my tich 2 years ago-never mind the trio before collecting him after his long journey from Romania - my thatch got a bit alert for a while but now they are double trouble -Problem is tich is untidy around the house but toilet perfect-and my thatch not -Enjoy your evening John xx

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  9. Can't wait to hear of his first night and how the girls respond. And hopefullya photo.

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  10. Adore the photos today !

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  11. Just home. Lovely.

    Undercrackers....the only other place I have heard that is NZ!!!

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  12. Your home looks so cozy and comfortable! Best of luck with the new pup! He is lucky to join your fabulous crew!

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  13. Barbara Anne9:48 pm

    Lovely and welcoming home, John! The girls look so comfy and they have no idea what tomorrow's arrival of little Roger will bring to their home. Be sure to take photos, pretty please!

    Hugs!

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    1. Barbara Anne9:54 pm

      Oh, and do pick up the framed art and other decor that's on the floor so it isn't lost to puppu nibbles or pee!

      More hugs!

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    2. He’s an older youngster so hopefully won’t be a chewer

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  14. You've made a lovely home. Dorthy's reaction to Roger will be interesting. The ideal is: she feels motherly toward Roger.

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  15. Is it one of those washing machines that dries as well? ( we don’t have those here). I hope the adoption of your new little Roger goes well for you! - Jenn

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  16. I love your cottage. It's so cozy. Hope everything goes well with Roger.

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  17. Can't wait to hear about the new pack mate. Love what you have done with the place.

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  18. LOL. For the record, Debby loved the pictures too. I think that your little cottage is very cozy.

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  19. It's a lovely house and you've done amazing things with it.

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  20. So, is the excitement level building? If it is the girls will feel your anticipation and know something’s in the air. Can’t wait. Never too much love to share but it will be interesting and probably overly entertaining in the short run. Love, love, love your wonderful cottage but heed Barbara Anne’s suggestion to move vulnerables up and away for a time. Have fun!

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  21. Your home is filled with interesting things and comfortable-looking places to relax. Your occasional posts about your changes have inspired me to think about what I might enjoy being surrounded by, as I make some changes of my own in my home. I hope the introduction of Roger goes well. How are Mary's ears nowadays?

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  22. Like something out of Homes and Gardens! How come your untidy home looks tidier than my tidy one? Roger will certainly upset the apple cart for a while, until Mary, Dorothy and Albert get him under control. You think you'll be the one training him? Think again! xx

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  23. Shouldn't take long for Roger to realise just how lucky he is. Can't wait to see him and get all the details of his arrival, including how he's 'welcomed' by present residents.

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  24. I wonder if my undercrackers have ever leapt in soapy happy circles. It seems like something only yours would do. Your home is so warmly inviting.

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    1. Before they are washed they lie in smelly desperation

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  25. Just switched on at 10am in case there is a photo but am too early - can't wait

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    1. It’s a six hour round trip to pick him up pat x

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  26. Can't wait to see the photos of Roger. How lovely to have a new puppy in the house.

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    1. He’s six months old so out of puppyhood

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  27. I've read/followed/seen pictures of all your Welshies except Maddie.
    Your cottage is so lovely.
    The poor girls. They have no idea of the puppy explosion that's about to disrupt their peace.

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    1. Maddie was a Scottie
      A bad tempered old gal too
      She was lovely

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  28. Finlay, Maddie, Meg, William, George, Mary and Roger - sounds like an evangelical singing group - The Terriers. "What a friend we have in Jesus - Woof! Woof!"

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  29. Your home is looking lovely, but then it always has.
    Happy 'Picking Up Roger Day' ... hope it all goes well.

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  30. I am excited, (like all of the others), to see Roger and hear how the introduction goes. I'll be checking in all day. I adore your cottage. It is so cozy and inviting.

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  31. Where is he?xx

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  32. Anonymous2:48 pm

    Oh please cancel the carpet and refinish the hardwood floors

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  33. What if Mary is in season?

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  34. Your home is so interesting and eclectic, yet inviting. I enjoyed enlarging your pics and looking at the details, thank you. I esp admire your use of color, in paint and accents and also your special touch in displaying artworks. The hardwood floors do look lovely tho I suppose carpet is kinder to doggy feet and warmer. Thanks again for pics.

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    1. Warmer in winter , especially in a cottage

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