I drove back to Trelawnyd and had to meet other trustees of the Community Association for a meeting.
I was late getting home.
Tonight I was due to drive back over to the hospice for a curry night out with staff but the prospect of the hour and a half round trip was something I didn't quite need.
I need to stay in the village today
So I’m going to see Blazin’ Fiddles at the Hall
It’s what I need today.
A few beers and some good music
I had a lie in this morning, ( another thing I needed) and came down stairs to find that Roger had managed to remove my leather wallet from the kitchen table and had done a good job on it
And I was surprised just how upset I was when I found it in tatters
Another reason for a pint with good friends tonight
Maybe Roger thought it was time to let the old wallet go and replace it with a new one, to go with your new life? Ranee
ReplyDeleteMy sympathy in the loss of your two patients. Even as nurses, those events do knock the wind wind out of our sails. You were wise to stay home and treat yourself to wild music, beer, and time with friends.
ReplyDeleteTime for a new wallet, eh?
Hugs!
Ii was lucky our nursing and medical team was top notch , we had a student nurse on duty , but we supported her very well
DeleteI think it's definitely time for a new wallet, one chosen by you. And a night in the village sounds just right.
ReplyDeleteI have a new rather expensive tartan one , bought 3 years ago
DeleteThe death of one patient is enough to knock you sideways, never mind 2. I think you did the right thing by going for music, beer and friends. I always found work things ended up everyone talking shop - not what you need at all. As for the wallet, pick yourself a lovely new one - and keep it out of reach of Roger! xx
ReplyDeleteI needed a non work night tonight
DeleteThat Roger ! x 🐒🐕
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DeleteGood music, beer & friends sounds like a perfect way to unwind and reset at the end of the week you've had. Wasn't familiar with the musicians, so I Googled Blazin’ Fiddles. WOW! How have I been so unaware? That's being properly corrected... thank you! Hope you had a marvelous time this evening! 😊
ReplyDeleteThey have been going man, woman and kid, for 25 years
DeleteWhat a difficult day. I hope the outing and friendship, a pint and relaxing make things better. This post really brings home how harrowing yet important your hospice work is. sending hugs, I'd buy you that pint if you'd add a paypal button, btw.
ReplyDeleteps give Roger a treat! New life/ new wallet.
Thank you lizzy
DeleteMost deaths are sort of planned and supported accordingly . But some come “out of the blue” and need careful handling . I had both
I was lucky , as the staff on duty were cracking
That Roger! Glad you are going to have a night out in the village. I remember when I was 5 I received a bright red umbrella as a gift and my puppy chewed it to pieces. Take care of yourself.
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DeleteEnjoy "Blazin' Fiddles" -- sounds like fun!
ReplyDeleteIt was dearheart x
DeleteMy daughter's puppy has been getting into mischief at her home, too. Her puppy, Sofie, dumped over a large plant and spread the dirt all over the carpet!
ReplyDeleteHope you enjoyed your evening out!
Roger is like me clumsy and uncoordinated
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ReplyDeleteAggie is a cushion stealer and has no remorse…it’s the game she plays with us. Visit us and you will see 7 cushions piled up on the dining room table , She is almost 6 months old now and we forgive her anything except piddles and poos in the house . The Wolf on the other hand in his early years favoured the vintage danish chair…$ 400 later and much nicer fabric. Pups!
As for the wallet, put it in the drawer of memories .
Good wishes
I used it tonight and got funny looks
DeleteShabby Chic Love it 😍
DeleteRoger is still a youngster, chewing is what they do. Provide lots of dog toys and put anything you don't want to be chewed out of his reach. I hope he wasn't scolded for the wallet however upset you were.
ReplyDeleteI can’t have toys now , as the rubber chicken has caused so many fights …not between him , but between Dorothy and mary
DeleteI've found that it's the squeaky toys that cause fights, soft toys and non squeaky ones don 't cause any problems. Pups need to chew something, it's a canine version of a childs teething ring.
DeleteWe all need down time sometime. Roger! (Back in the 70s a friend's puppy tucked into her 45s vinyl collection)
ReplyDeleteOh, I don't know if I agree with the previous posters who are saying 'time to move on'...I still have somewhere a cloth wallet from the 70's, in my time of 'no leather'...and now my black leather wallet is going on 30 years old. But, sometimes events happen, and we do move on. Take care, John.
ReplyDeleteIt is an inanimate object but a much loved one
DeleteThe leather phase for puppies can be expensive - always the most expensive and comfortable shoes! Having spent a summer hanging around a hospice in support of a friend who was a patient I can only marvel at the strength and compassion of the staff.
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I was lucky , we had a wonderful team on yesterday
DeleteI hope you enjoyed the evening of caring for the caregiver. Take care of yourself, others need you. Even without a chewing puppy, I keep my wallet in a drawer when I am not carrying it. A few years ago I splashed out on an American Alligator wallet, I love it, and no one has ever noticed it. With care it will last decades.
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ReplyDeleteMy Caesar was and still does chew things. If he sees a leather shoe or glove within reach, he goes for it. None of my other dogs chewed like Caesar does. "Blazen' Fiddles" sounds outstanding.
ReplyDeleteEven without their lead fiddle , they were good
DeleteI get sad to see things worn out and go as it reminds me of the ephemera of things, especially myself. I will someday be this wallet, or the patient in the hospice.
ReplyDeleteIt's hard to give up something like a wallet that gets daily use. It's like it becomes a part of us. At the same time, maybe Roger was hinting you need a new one without the past associations. :)
ReplyDeleteSorry about the rough shift but glad you had a local friends night to look forward to. Don’t fret over Roger. He was only the messenger. Sometimes the universe
ReplyDeletedictates our opportunities to let go when we can’t do it ourselves. Hugs.
I don't think Roger likes the prof lol - well and truly chewed!
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