Hi Jules,

Luckily my joints were fine, but I did lose a little weight which is not a bad thing Hazel said I could have an extra portion of nuts. Little did she know there is a big hazel nut (Not Hazel, honest) bush right near so when I mowed the lawn, I picked two pocket fulls of them and allthought they could do with a few more days, they were very tasty. So I did get my extra portion ha ha. Today Mrs B asked if I would take her out for a drive. We ended up on the downs on the far side of Lewes. We got out of the car and were having a look around when six small aircraft flew overhead on their way to Eastbourne Air show. By the time I had got my camera out they were some distance away but have blown the photo up on my computer so a bit blurred. There were some lovely views from the downs and I took a photo of a wild sweat pea hidding in the grass. At least, thats what I think they are ha ha. Mrs B enjoyed her drive even though it has made her tired. 

I hope you have a great weekend and get done all you want to do. Sending kind thoughts and best wishes to you and your family, Brian.

Hi Hazel and Jules I was intending on chatting with you's today but I had to phone an ambulance for Mark about  8 this morning. I was having a longer sleep this morning as I usually get up about 7am and I was awakened by Mark in utter panic as he couldn't breathe and his face was as red as a tomato. He could hardly talk so I jumped up and ran for the inhalers came back gave them to him and nothing improved. I could hear the tightness in his chest and he had janudice in his eyes and hands. So I had no choice to phone them because nothing was helping. 

So they came quite quick and he couldn't walk so the ambulance team helped him down the staris and put him in a wheel chair. On the way there they were pumping oxygen through him and gave him jags of some sort. We get to the hospital and they put him in a 6 bed ward with a tank of oxygen he had. I told him don't speak to me just try and catch your breath and get it under control. 

The pulmonologist came and said he can't understand what made this happen and why the inhalers did not work. A few other doctors came and said they need to run tests and would like to get him in for a MRI scan. They said "we understand he has terminal cancer and COPD but we would like to get a scan incase this is the cancer causing this and maybe the jaundice and how far it's spread since treatment has stopped" So I was fine with that. And then they took me aside later and told me "we have spoke with your local doctor and she has explained what you have said has been happening at home, and we 100% think he should be going straight to a hospice as soon as he gets out of here" I was fine with that because I know he needs to go into there now.  

They have told me they want him in hospital for 2-3 days to keep an eye on him and get him in for that scan. So I have just phoned the local hospice explained the situation again but they already know and they were fully understanding and said they will take him in as soon as he's out of hospital and i discussed this with Mark and he has it was best for him so if it's what he wants i'm fully behind him. I quickly went back home and got him things and brought it back. I'm just home now after going to the shops and stopping in at my mums after the hospital and I am very tired. I think I will lie down for a while. Phoned all the family and they will probably be visiting him now some of  them. Take care all and god bless ,Linda x

What a smashing view Brian, even just looking at it blows the cobwebs away, and that was a stroke of luck with the aircraft.  

Certainly looks like a sweet pea, doesn't It, I have a few of those in my garden, self seeded years ago from the cultivated ones the old lady who used to live next door grew up her shed, though of course these ones have reverted to the wild colour. 

Glad you both had a nice day out. 

Hazel xx

Oh, Linda, what a horrible, traumatic day for you both, I really feel for you.  He is now in the best place for the time being, so you have yourself a good rest - I know you won't sleep but you must rest.  Sending my love and thinking of you both.

Hazel xx

Hi Hazel,

I have just found out those aircraft were The Ravens Arobatic Display Team. And you were right about blowing the cobwebs away , for it was very windy up on top of the hill. Good job I dont wear a wig!!!!!!!!!!

Looking towards Cuckmere Haven

Last one taken from Seaford looking towards Newhaven Harbour

Hope you like them, Brian

Hi Hazel

Have to agree that it has been some time since I made sandcastles by the seaside!  This was much easier as the sea did not come in and wash them away.   The excess sand on my lawn (Zack did a great job of spreading it around!!) was easy enough to brush up once dry ha ha.

You mentioning the yappy dogs had me thinking you should get on well with Sue in that regard.  She has a similar problem with her neighbour!!  Not sure the bamboo screening would cut the  noise level but it works a treat in improving the view and is easy to grow climbers up too and light but solid to handle by all accounts.

  Though cloudy here at the moment it was warm enough to have breakfast outside which was a lovely start to the day.  Son and family due around 10.30 so looking forward to getting a cuddle with Darcey and catching up with them. I was going to the gym early but have decided to spend the time on the garden instead as did not get out there yesterday (but did get to the gym!!!).  Have some preparation in the kitchen to do as I have friends coming for lunch tomorrow and am also having Darcey for a couple of hours  in the morning so her Mum can have a peaceful swim.  In between all that I will be enjoying more of the Olympics.

Hope  you have a peaceful day.Take care,Jules x

Hi Linda

So hard to read what a  traumatic time you had yesterday and my thoughts are with you both and the family. Do hope the hospital can help alleviate Mark's breathing problems and he is the right place for now though I know how very worrying this will be for you.  As difficult as I am sure it was I do hope you managed a little recuperative sleep or at least some rest overnight and find Mark more comfortable when you are back at the hospital.  Sending hugs. Jules x

Good morning Brian

How lovely that Mrs B wanted a drive out and an added bonus on having your own 'fly past'.  The photo was amazing considering how fast they would have been travelling.  I am afraid I am not too good at 'moving objects' ha ha.

I have the same 'sweet pea' sprouting around my garden every year that is in your photograph and my late  mother in law called it 'everlasting pea' as it did not have a sweet perfume but just kept coming back!!  Only has the pink flowers too. Since my neighbour has let their border 'go to seed'  I have even more poking through the fence though gives a bit of extra colour and is easy to remove once flowering is over.  I also have 'regular' sweet peas which I grew from seed this year though Monty Don on Gardeners World said it has not been a good year for them. I have a few climbing up the bird table and the perfume in the evening is very pleasant outside the back patio doors. 

I probably have a couple of hours until my son and family arrive so have decided to give the gym a miss this morning and concentrate on prepping for lunch and getting the garden set up as it is looking like a warm day though still cloudy just now.  I had breakfast outside some time ago and now need to top the bird feeders up as they have been emptied again!!

Have a lovely day with Mrs B, take care.  Jules x

Hi Linda, sending love and many hugs your way. Glad your feeling refreshed today and that you have booked you and your mum into a spa on Wednesday. Take good care of your self. Your a strong woman -Diane xx