rufus the wonderdog

Have to agree that if they were a bad 'un alive they're still a bad 'un when dead. Nothing has changed except that you no longer have to look or speak to them. I also hate it when these types of people are made into some sort of angel just because they've died. But I do know that when it comes to family funerals and attending them, things can get complicated. You might not have liked/ had any respect for the dead relative but there are the live relatives to consider and sometimes it is better to just attend and bite your tongue. You can always leave straight after the event and not attend the wake afterwards .... or attend the wake and get blissfully plastered

for the Squiggs family Gracie - rest peacefully, forever young

Well one pair of shoes has arrived The other pair are................somewhere

Ordered 2 pairs of shoes on Monday 6th December, despatched on 7th December and still not here. The company won't even check up on the delivery until 10 working days have gone by. I could have walked to the warehouse and fetched them myself by now

Sam, so sorry to read about Gracie Please pass on to your mum - she's such a lovely lady and must be devastated. Will be thinking of you all tomorrow

If it's a death at home then it's call the GP. They will certify death. There are certain rules and regs. about sudden and unexpected deaths and also if the patient has/ has not been seen recently by their GP. And I don't think it morbid or odd at all - far better to be prepared and know what to do. to you all - at the end of the day this is Mr H's dad.

Good luck with getting your house finished and the furniture in - you do pick your times My mum has been left with that problem since having her last stroke, almost 2 years ago. It does make for some strange conversations as she tells us she's been upstairs - that would be very difficult as her residential home is all one level Do hope that your mum continues to make improvements and that she can come home soon Will keep my fingers, toes and everything else crossed for you Sam I'm finally going to tackle my Christmas shopping - that means going to the shops Wish me luck!

Karen Hope all the poorly peeps and their loved ones are feeling better very soon Loobs Hope everyone has a good day

for you all Know what you mean about losing your gran years ago because of alzheimers - feel the same about my mum who has dementia - cruel disease

Looks like you all had a wonderful walk at Westonbirt Love the photo montage Marge

So sorry to hear this news Todd was a wonderful boy - run free at the Bridge for Lynne

Well done on being able to make your trip.................... and well done on bringing back the goodies

Unless we have a big thaw I can't see you enjoying those lovely sounding chocolate covered cherries

Bargain Sam Is it good with the dog/ cat hairs?

We always follow this - it's great fun, particularly watching the movement of Santa on Christmas Eve

No more snow here but temp was -6C at 7.30 this morning

And here!

No snow in NW London/ Middlesex

Thanks for that - I must go and investigate.......and shop

Where is the M & S outlet store near you please? I've been looking for one of those ever since I moved up to Middlesex. And I agree, M & S thermals are brill

Happy Birthday to you Happy Birthday to you Happy Birthday dear Owly one Happy Birthday to you :partytime:

:elefant: Congratulations Abby - fab news, so pleased for you Hope the stops soon and you start to blossom And listen here little baby - you MUST stay put (is that OK Abby )

Good luck with the move Owl

I still remember watching the newscast and seeing the second plane hit the tower - not something I'll ever forget My thoughts are with those who lost relatives, friends and colleagues as a result of 9/11.

Sounds horrid Glad it didn't come in my house 'cos I would have left