Friday 16 May 2008

Meet the Family

Let me introduce Us. The Chickpea family.

Of prime importance (‘cos he now pays the bills), is The Hubby, Computer Whizz Kid and ToyBoy. He is one of those people you meet who you remember. Especially his chuckle. I was in a large gathering the other evening, and misplaced him. He was running the bar for the event, but kept taking time out with (my) camera to record the proceedings. No sight of him nor camera – tried the hall next door, outside, the loo (you know how it goes) – no sign……… Then I heard laughter away over the other side of the main venue (behind a pillar).
Makes yer heart melt, that chuckle !

Then there’s Father-in-Law of now 94 who lives with us. He has dementia – so – To Protect The Innocent (give him the benefit of the doubt) – we’ll call him “Domino Joe” – or DJ for short. He’s quite short already, but you know how it is when you’re typing…… His dementia is getting worse, so I am absolutely sure he will be a Star Item in this Blog.

Ms Mog is my ancient feline companion. Nearly 19 years old, she remains as feisty as ever, and I often gain new scars to prove her point. But she’s fading. We have a fabulous vet who has seen us often over the past few years. We thought Ms Mog’d not see 2008 – but she remains adamantly present. I shall miss her when she moves on.

Newest addition to the family is Mr Mutt – a rescue dog ‘with issues’ who joined us about 18 months ago. We are trying to follow specialist advice to best care for this fellow – who we now love dearly, but have to accept is very unpredictable.

Yet to arrive are ‘The Girls’. We have decided to increase our family by about 4. As delivery of their henhouse has been delayed, I shall introduce them when they join us.

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