Thursday, August 01, 2024

Watering, help and nails.

1. Even up here, can smell someone else watering their garden.

2. Alec occasionally appears wanting to know if he can help.

3. Sitting on the sofa painting Bettany's toenails. It's the first time today that I've felt as if I'm where I'm meant to be.

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Chime, dogs and get-away planning.

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