Blogs from Welshpool, Powys, Wales, United Kingdom, Europe - page 15

This afternoon, Dad, Alex and I went down to the Rhallt, to wish Mum a very happy birthday. We had a lovely cake, made by the cook there, and cups of tea. But Mum was having a sleepy day, and although she opened her eyes once or twice, didn't really know it was her birthday. Maybe she'll be more awake tomorrow, and Dad will show her all her lovely cards and flowers. I did take some pictures on my phone, still no camera!... read more

Thought you would like to see some photos of Dad's birthday, a bit late as we had no phone or broadband for a week, courtesy of a fault or two down the line! Dad and I had soup for lunch at his house, then we went to a local pub to celebrate in style.... read more

Liz is home again following the bone marrow transplant, so I popped down to check up on her. She's still very weak and tired, but I called for lunch one day and coffee another, and she was very jolly. Luckily I have one or two friends I could stay with in the area, and visited them too. I'm glad I've seen her, and hope to call again before too long.... read more

In order to win a virtual souvenir for our collection, we needed to find a "mystery" cache today, which means that you don't know exactly where its hidden, but have to solve some clues to get to it. Ineke and I decided to try one about Charles Darwin who studied the mudstone rocks at Lllanymynech it seems - you find out all sorts when you're a cacher. It turned out to be easily found so we set off up the hill for a walk round Dad's golf course, where there is a series of caches to be found. When I say round, I mean round the edge, where Offas Dyke path runs, and another part of the path is the border between England and Wales. It also involves a large but disused limestone quarry. The path ... read more

A friend of mine celebrates her birthday today, so yesterday she invited some friends to a local café for afternoon tea. I thought you might like the photos of the sandwiches! We had a lovely time, and were back in time for the rugby (Wales) BUT, better not mention the cricket (England)... read more