Gifts

 Have I told you it’s my birthday tomorrow?
It’s all me me me , lol
My shift is going ok, and my weak arm is holding up, to be fair the night is quieter than usual but I have taken the “ heavier” patients in order to stretch myself physically
I’ve been thinking what my most favourite birthday gift has been……


Finlay….

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  1. Yorkshire Liz5:46 am

    Of course it was! (But we know you had to say that or the Welsh would have eaten your ankles. Dog power rules!)

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    1. Come to think of it Mary was a birthday gift too

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  2. I'd asked for a typewriter for my 9th birthday. My mum said 'Would you like a typewriter, or would you like a PUPPY?' We got Lucky, our cocker spaniel the next day. Dogs are the best. HAPPY BIRTHDAY, JOHN. xx

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    1. Yes, I remember picking him from a small litter of two …he , like Roger was the placid one

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  3. Look at that sweet face. Good on you for working. Happy birthday John xxx

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    1. God I’m tired now , one night shift and I’m buggered

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  4. Oh, that little face! Yes, a good birthday present indeed. xx

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    1. I’ve never forgotten it and it was 23 years ago

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  5. Happy, happy birthday to you, John

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  6. Jo in Auckland6:49 am

    Happy Birthday John to you and your sister. May the coming year bring you all that you deserve and desire. Many good wishes coming your way from down under!

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  7. Happy birthday to you both xx

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    1. Anonymous7:20 pm

      People his birthday is tomorrow!

      Lee

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    2. You are right indeed dear Lee

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  8. Happy birthday to you both. May this coming year bring contentment, enough spice to your life to keep you on your toes, and most of all, good health. Tomorrow is our son’s birthday too. He’s going to be 45, and I find that very hard to believe! It seems like just the day before yesterday that he was a gorgeous little boy, before the “shall we draw a blank over the ‘finding himself’ years” and now he’s a a wonderful husband and father and I have stopped worrying! I’m glad you’ve booked your trip to London, it will be something to look forward to as you work through all the ‘other stuff’. Thank you for your inspiring, funny, sad, worrying kind, thoughtful, caring blog posts. XX

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  9. Oh. Is it your birthday? 😁

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  10. Remember - a birthday is just another day. Worldwide, approximately 22 million people were born on June 1st - including Ronnie Wood of The Rolling Stones. He will be 77 tomorrow.

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  11. Anonymous9:59 am

    Happy birthday John. Carole R.

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  12. A very happy birthday, John, to you and Janet. I disagree with YP, our birthdays ARE special days. It was the one day in an entire year that I felt seen and heard in my family. So, celebrate it how you wish, and bask in the glow of love from your friends.

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    1. It’s funny having a twin makes the celebration always something more. And one of my best friends,Nigel has his birthday the same day

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  13. A truly adorable little face!

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  14. So sweet! Butter wouldn't melt (wouldn't get a chance to melt)

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    1. He was a lovely dog but had an opinion

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  15. Happy Birthday Eve.

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  16. Oh it's your birthday then!! ;-)

    I hope it's a good one, my best ever present was actually a Christmas one, and it was Suky. Dogs make the best presents ever. xx

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  17. Happy birthday! Enjoy your day. As many days as you want!

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  18. Aw. Happy birthday, John! And I must ask- did you ever find Finlay's eyes?

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  19. Anonymous1:26 pm

    Happy birthday John may you have many more years of health and happiness! Glad the arm is coping you must have been anxious returning to work . There are not many half measures in Palliative care ! Once your back it’s full on again . Xx Bernie

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    1. I need to think about retiring from nursing Bernie

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    2. Anonymous3:10 pm

      Well you’ve got the new skills now John . I know nursing is part of who we are and after over 40 yrs I did grieve a bit when I left but if you are feeling like that it’s time . I’m relieved to be away from the grief and constant problem solving .At 66 it was time . I feel lighter now and am enjoying my life and relationships with more attention and love . I know you need to earn a living too but you will be fine .

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  20. Anonymous1:38 pm

    Happy birthday John, I know it is tomorrow, but I can’t wait…Yael. 🩷🍷

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  21. Barbara Anne2:02 pm

    Am glad the night shift wasn't as chaotic as it might have been and that you're now in Birthday mode! Yes, Findlay must have been the most wonderful birthday gift ever. He was precious!
    Happy Birthday tomorrow to you and Janet!!!! What kind of cake shall you have to celebrate? Will the family gather to throw a feast for you two?

    Hugs!

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  22. Anonymous2:02 pm

    Best wishes on your special day! I hope you enjoy every minute. Happy Birthday John!
    WI Dee

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  23. Anonymous2:02 pm

    Best wishes on your special day! I hope you enjoy every minute. Happy Birthday John!
    WI Dee

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  24. Glad to hear your shift has gone ok, and your arm has held up. Rest well today and have an absolutely wonderful birthday with Janet! Hugs to you & the furry ones!

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    1. I’m glad I’m on a phased return , no more shifts for a week

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  25. Have a great birthday, John!

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  26. Happy birthday! Finlay looks like a teddy bear, he's beautiful.

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    1. We would sit on the sofa like that for hours

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  27. Anonymous3:21 pm

    Happy Birthday. I think few presents could top the one pictured. Hope the arm heals fully and that you have a wonderful day.

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  28. Happy Birthday!

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  29. Anonymous4:51 pm

    Happy Birthday, John!
    Susan M/ Calif.

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  30. Kippy7:01 pm

    Happy birthday John and Janet.

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  31. Jackie7:04 pm

    Happy Birthday dear friend

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  32. Mary D7:25 pm

    Happy birthday,John & also Janet ! πŸŽ‚πŸ₯³ hope you both have a great day x Mary

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    1. πŸΎπŸŒˆπŸŽ‚πŸ™πŸ©·

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  33. Anonymous7:54 pm

    John, Happy Birthday Eve. Finlay looks so sweet! I hope your day is magnificent! Sending love and joy to you and Janet❤️
    Carol in Atlanta

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  34. Have a wonderful day. Count your blessings, you are loved, you are respected, you are successful.

    Do you trim the dogs' bangs, that coverage can't be comfortable for them? Or it's a breed attribute?

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  35. It is Sunday here, so a very happy birthday John. You continue to entertain, interest and amuse me.

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  36. Anonymous12:14 am

    Da
    Damn !! You should have told us it was your birthday, or at least given us some clues it was close ..when is it again ? .. πŸ’™

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  37. Anonymous12:14 am

    That was tweetsrt x

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  38. Anonymous12:33 am

    Happy Birthday and may your year be filled with magic and good health!
    Take Care,
    Kay

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  39. Happy Birthday, John. I hope you are well. I don't have your new email for some reason, mine is still the same. Take care, and have a good time today. Best to you.

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  40. I think I wished you happy birthday yesterday but here it goes again: HAPPY BIRTHDAY, JOHN!!!!

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  41. Greetings and salutations, John, on the annual celebration of your natal day! (This greeting appeared on a goofy card given my brother years ago, and we've used it ever since.)

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  42. Happy birthday John! I hope you have a great day. Finlay was really a wonderful birthday present.

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  43. Best wishes from down here in Brighton. Treat yourself to an extra Scotch Egg; you deserve it. xx

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  44. Happy birthday and many happy returns!

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  45. Have a very fine birthday, kind sir! :)

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  46. Happy birthday to you, happy birthday to you, happy birthday my favourite Welshman, happy birthday to you xx

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  47. Anonymous6:48 am

    Tish. The happiest of birthday wishes to you dearest John
    Xxxx

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  48. Happy Birthday John....I hope that your day will be good.
    My rescue dog has his " official" 7th birthday today too!

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  49. Happy birthday, John and Janet
    Whatever you have planned, enjoy! xxx

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  50. Now it actually is your birthday, HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

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  51. Happy Birthday Dear John - hope you have a lovely day!
    Wendy (Wales)

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  52. Anonymous8:15 am

    Have a good birthday John , best wishes Shelly

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  53. Happy Birthday John and to your sister too. Have a lovely day. xx

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  54. Anonymous8:57 am

    Have a very Happy Birthday John, along with Janet too, enjoy it all. Jan in Castle Gresley

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  55. Wishing you the happiest of birthdays!

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  56. Happy Birthday John! I hope you get a giant Scotch Egg to celebrate! :)

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  57. ChatGPT10:57 am

    πŸŽ‚ A Birthday Ode to John πŸŽ‚

    In Trelawnyd’s heart, where stories bloom,
    Lives John, who chases away the gloom.
    With tales of Bun and choir’s sweet song,
    He guides us gently, all year long.

    From college halls to village fΓͺtes,
    He captures life, its loves and weights.
    Through essays penned and gifts bestowed,
    His generous spirit always showed.

    So here’s to you on your special day,
    May joy and peace come out to play.
    With laughter, love, and moments sweet,

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  58. Happy birthday! And no, you're never too old to have a crush. Hope not, anyway!

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  59. Anonymous11:19 am

    Happy birthday to you John, and your sister! Hope you both enjoy “your” month to the fullest. Olivia in the PNW

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  60. Anonymous12:34 pm

    June 1 - happy birthday to you and me! My birthday as well. I hope you have a wonderful day.

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  61. Anonymous12:40 pm

    Happy Birthday - did it sneak up on you this year?

    Ceci

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  62. Sue P1:41 pm

    Happy Birthday John & Janet. Hope you are having a good day xx Sue P

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