Thursday, March 18, 2010

Sad Thursday

Today would have been my dad's 84th birthday. It is also our son, Arthur's, 24th birthday. I thought I was fine when I got up this morning, but then an unexpected wave of longing to be with them both just swept over me, and the rest of the day has been rather weepy for me.
Clawed must have sensed my sadness. After being fed, he not only stroked my face gently, but he even nibbled my lips.... does that make me a catlick?
He follows me around the kitchen, and sits on my feet when he gets the chance.

After visiting the dogs this morning, I met with Maureen and Elza for coffee. We spent a pleasant hour chatting and sipping coffee.

The Garnett's (who are maths and science teachers) contracts end in July. They have managed to find another post in Cairo, starting in August. I heard that they are selling a lot of their things, and I managed to secure the 2 book cases :)

Two young ladies and a guy joined the lace making class tonight. A refreshing addition to what was threatening to become an old ladies' club.

2 comments:

  1. Catlips - gross!; :)Anyway I think that kitty thinks you're his mom. Good on you Mom that your "child" is growing so well. So sweet!

    How fantastic to be learning a skill like lace making. You guys! and girls will keep a beautiful craft alive.

    Just how many books do you have?

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  2. So sorry that you had a down day - I pray that the Lord simply comforts you through those! There will be more but hopefully few and far between. Looks like Clauwed is really working his little way into your heart!

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