Furthermusingsfromacyprusgarden

Mr D another year older, but, as he would tell you, still younger than me. Becky and friend arrived from England, checked into their villa and made their way to us. Champagne, splendid Chinese food from The Farmyard, sunshine, good company.  What more can I ask for. I managed to break a (front) tooth the other day so I’m off to the dentist this afternoon! Joy. The girls are having a day locally to investigate the area and, no doubt, take a dip in the pool. Their villa is great and 10 minuets walk from us, absolutely ideal. Here’s to them having a great time.

 What a surprise that my  last blog has sent the local community into a bit of a tizz.  Apparently people have been “breaking their necks” to pass on my view to appropriate people, which has caused some ripples within the local inner circle, who do not like or agree with my view.  As I stated, we have never been part of the inner circle and the reaction I have received today seems to confirm you either fit in or not.  It is a good job, in my opinion, we do not have to rely on any one else. Be careful what you wish for . Happy days to you all.

Slowly my progress continues with what I hope to be my last visit to see the surgeon on Friday next week for one final X-ray! It has been a tough ride but with the backing of the physiotherapist and never ending support of my daughter and wonderful care from my husband we are near the final stages. It has been very apparent that we are not part of the local inner sanctum which can be very exclusive about who is or isn’t accepted. Being an introvert I am not particularly bothered but wish Mr D had been offered a helping hand occasionally.   But Team Douglas survived again. I have been able to make a gentle start on preparing the garden for an exciting season this year.  I was recommended a gardener who has already made a big difference.  I have never seen a gardener work so hard and keep a smile on his face. We are looking forward to warmer days and finding somewhere for us to enjoy the occasional glass of wine and beer at one of the local restaurants. Our usual haunt has, over the last