Category Archives: Juliet

Today I spoke to the funeral celebrant and sent out the details for anyone who wishes to stream Mum’s funeral live or watch a recording within 28 days.

It’s been a busy day today: lots of dog-walking, translating, taking delivery of the Sainsbury’s shop and regular updates on Dad. I was in contact with Dad more than usual because one of the carers decided that Dad “wasn’t himself” today. Richard is a new carer who’s obviously a bit over-anxious. I haven’t been undulyContinue reading “Juliet, Holloway, 11 May 2020”

Birthday over, my main concern now is to finish a big job due for delivery so I can concentrate on Mum’s funeral. When it might be safe for Dad to come out of isolation and back to mere lockdown is also exercising my mind a lot. Eventually I or someone else will have to comeContinue reading “Juliet, Holloway, 10 May 2020”

Started the day with a stream of birthday greetings. Even the Mayor of Capena messaged me to say buon compleanno! Dan and Alex phoned from Australia and we ogled each others’ Lagottos on FaceTime. Met Maggie for a coffee at Dethick church. Dad phoned to wish me happy birthday and then went on to sayContinue reading “Juliet, Holloway, 9 May 2020”

Today the village is celebrating VE Day. Flags and bunting are everywhere. I’m going to see Dad a bit earlier than normal so I can sit out in my garden and celebrate with the neighbours over the wall After that, might join the translators on Zoom for a quiz. Tomorrow’s my birthday and I’ve gotContinue reading “Juliet, Holloway, 8 May 2020”