1. From his vantage point in the sling on my chest Alec crows out a loud and clear commentary about parked cars, horse chestnut trees in flower and gas men popping in and out of holes in the road.
2. We miss the train by four minutes. I'm sort of thinking it might be because the lady at the bakery and the lady at the check-out wanted to chat to Alec, and I feel a bit resentful. Then we run into Becky -- what are the chances of that, so far from home -- and I'm very glad we were held up.
3. A rubbery squeak from downstairs suggests that Nick has just sat on Sophie the Giraffe.
Every day I want to record three things that have given me pleasure. This 3BT site is the original Three Beautiful Things.
Book treasure, worn and speaker.
1. Finding treasure in the Oxfam bookshop. I only popped in to look for a card. 2. Bettany doesn't wear makeup out and about, but noneth...
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Today a special guest post by Nick... 1. My wife's courage and stamina as she painfully brings our baby into this world. I'm so prou...
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Good morning all -- welcome to all those who surfed in off Blogs of Note, and all the regulars too. I am thrilled at being a Blog of Note --...
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1. She brings soft almond cakes for pudding. 2. In the fridge I have a jug of lemon iced tea. 3. Sifting compost as the evening cools.