tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5648310406783744033.post802688522324503396..comments2024-03-28T21:50:57.932+00:00Comments on Diary of a (retired) teacher: FridayJoyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16116524003944939298noreply@blogger.comBlogger6125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5648310406783744033.post-5686580085249131932018-09-14T11:02:47.128+01:002018-09-14T11:02:47.128+01:00It's not a great road, I agree. It gets bette...It's not a great road, I agree. It gets better closer to the M25, I think. They are well worth a visit - in fact, the whole town is lovely. I've discovered I can get the bus from Chelmsford so I might do that next week. I love my bus pass!<br />xxJoyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16116524003944939298noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5648310406783744033.post-61319155000600065162018-09-14T10:33:34.548+01:002018-09-14T10:33:34.548+01:00Must get to Essex to visit Paycocks and Coggeshall...Must get to Essex to visit Paycocks and Coggeshall now I have the NT membership but not down the A12 - horrible roadSue in Suffolkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13166036914348424622noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5648310406783744033.post-87506799554383452002018-09-14T08:27:53.004+01:002018-09-14T08:27:53.004+01:00I rather love dark mornings and evening, Margaret....I rather love dark mornings and evening, Margaret. They make me feel cosy and safe inside. But I do miss the longer days, that's for sure.<br />The shoes I have ordered are Karrimore and I am just hoping.<br /><br />Diane, I don't hate my handbag really but when you are shuffling a camera and a map, you really don't want to fuss around with a bag as well, do you?<br /><br />Thanks, Sue, the new scaffolding is helping so much so long may it continue. My friend who was staying has a waterproof cover for her backpack and I guess I will do the same thing although if I get a truly waterproof one, I will certainly let you know.<br /><br />xxJoyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16116524003944939298noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5648310406783744033.post-64032944551551169552018-09-14T07:30:15.878+01:002018-09-14T07:30:15.878+01:00Well done on your continued weight loss! It looks ...Well done on your continued weight loss! It looks as though your own self discipline encouraged by new input from Slimming World is working really well.<br />Walking regularly has been very good for me both mentally and physically.I try to do some every day.<br />One comment on backpacks.<br />Until I had one I naively thought that they would be waterproof. It seemed a basic requirement in our climate.<br />However I soon discovered my mistake and have yet to find any that will survive a wet day. One has to buy a waterproof cover or use a plastic bag for purse, camera etc!<br />My present one is a reputable make and excellent in every other way.<br />If you've found a waterproof one I'd love to know the make.<br />SueAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5648310406783744033.post-61187588924240482782018-09-14T06:07:38.712+01:002018-09-14T06:07:38.712+01:00I hate handbags as I just forget them and leave th...I hate handbags as I just forget them and leave them in various places so I am a pocket person and the one advantage of shooting jackets is they have huge pockets to put cartridges in so perfect for me...Dianehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01669768223716648231noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5648310406783744033.post-32689103368891088112018-09-14T05:48:32.336+01:002018-09-14T05:48:32.336+01:00Like you, I'm up early, Joy, although it's...Like you, I'm up early, Joy, although it's dark now and I hate dark mornings as much as I hate dark evenings! What wonderful timbered buildings and what a lovely day you had. You must try the winery next time! We have Sharpham Vineyard not far from us; it has been going many years now and has award-winning wines, both white and red (and sparkling.) <br />My walking boots are a little tight for me now (I think my feet have spread a bit with age) but I've had them for years - real cheapies from Cotton Traders but until recently they have been comfortable. It's not always the cost, is it, but the fit. But I confess I don't do much walking, so I don't wear these regularly any more. If I did more walking, I'd invest in some seriously good footwear. <br />Have a good weekend,<br />Margaret P <br /> galanthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14190356279359463949noreply@blogger.com