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I think it's more pride than stubbornness. Our mind contantly tells us we're 40 years younger than we actually are. At least mine does, but unfortunately the body doesn't agree.😒 Avril

A very good morning Jane😊 Welcome back into the family fold, you have been truly missed. I am so pleased you are posting again. It's understandable how the past few years took it's toll, but being a strong determined lady you fought back and won. Now it's time to concentrate on yourself, your family, your friends, and enjoy your retirement. I'm pleased my post helped in some small way, and will admit that you were in the forefront of my mind when I typed those words. I wish you and your family a very Happy and Healthy New Year Jane, you deserve it and keep posting whether cruising or not. I wish I could give you a real hug, but this will have to do🤗🤗 Avril x

You could have walked there, posted it through his letterbox yourself, stayed for a visit and walked home again in less time.😁 Hypothetically speaking of course😉 Avril

First thing on a morning drinking a coffee and watching the day begin. Most afternoons at sea I'll have a quiet read and my husband likes to draw or do Soduko. Watching the ship arriving or leaving port, and having the occasional breakfast or lunch. We sometimes have a quiet drink before bed, it's beautiful on a night to relax and look at the stars . Having a balcony is very important to us on a cruise. Avril

We've stayed in both and can honestly say, there is absolutely no comparison whatsoever. Arcadia evey time. Avril

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Lovely and sunny today but cold and breezy. It's calmed down a lot since the very strong winds we had in the early hours. Any leaves that were still clinging to the trees are now long gone. Our Boxing Day dinner is Bubble and Squeak with cold turkey and pickles, followed by the remaining warmed christmas pudding and Bailey's thick cream. So really a meal of leftovers, but lovely nontheless🤭 Have a good day everyone.✨ Avril

Good morning, and a very Happy Christmas. My inner child is very excited to see what Santa has left under the tree🎄but I shall have to wait until the others surface. Turkey crown in the oven and the vegetables and trimmings ready to go. I'm looking forward to the first King's Speech. I normally record and watch it later, but I shall watch this one live. Enjoy your day everyone, and I hope Santa has been kind to you.🥂 Avril

Good evening my CC family. This will be our third Christmas and New Year celebration together. We've come along way over that time and new members have joined, but some have also sadly left. They are the ones I'm thinking of too and hoping they are well. We have virtually dined together, travelled the world together, laughed, cried, squabbled, forgiven, comforted, advised, been a lifeline for many, and above all we're still friends. I want to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a heartfelt Happy, Healthy and Prosperous New Year🥂 Avril and Frank💕

Good old Santa🎅. You must have been a very good boy this year😊 Merry Christmas and happy driving. Avril

I wouldn't say the parenting skills were very poor at all kalos. The word I would use would be nonexistant. Avril

Happy birthday to your daughter, another Christmas birthday. We have one on Sunday the 25th, our youngest grandson. I hope you're feeling better by tomorrow and it's just a 24hr thing. Enjoy your Christmas dinner, lovingly prepared by your personal chef. I'm only a tad envious😉 Avril

Have a lovely time bro, and a Merry Christmas to you both. Sis and Mr Sis😁

We think so John. Frank's pride and joy(apart from me of course😊)was a Bush Arena Hi FI stereo system and the sound quality was beautiful. There is no comparison to the CDs we listen to now, imho. Avril

Perish the thought😲 Unless you happen to like like the mutton dressed as lamb look, which I very much doubt.😉 Avril

Don't worry Josy, it won't be long before she learns the invaluable lesson of 'The Art of Tactfulness'. I thought your tree was lovely, and I'm being honest.🎄 Avril

The post-vinyl music lovers are now begining to accept that the tone and depth of sound, is much better than on cd. Well cared for and unscratched vinyl I hasten to add. We still have some records from our youth. We don't play them, they're just kept for sentimental reasons. Avril

I'm so sorry for your loss Damian. Try to put the hospital stress behind you and move forward with all the happy memories you have of him. Best wishes to you and your family for a peaceful Christmas and New Year. Avril and Frank x

How is your grandson now Michelle? A little better I hope. Avril

My mum always baked too, but the kunzle cakes were a treat. We would look forward to them on birthdays, christmas, easter and so on. Avril

Oh my, Kunzle cakes. I do remember those. Mum would buy them often when I was young. A big chocolate cup with a small piece of sponge in the bottom, and filled to top with a flavoured synthetic cream. Full of sugar, fats, colours, and flavourings. Pure heaven for kids.🤭 My arteries are cringing at the memory🥴 Avril

I totally agree with you about racism as we have experienced it in our family, and I was certainly not playing any games with you, that's not like me at all. I thought we were having an intelligent debate together, but I obviously, unintentionally ruffled your feathers, and for that I apologise. Avril

That's what I assumed too, but the media like to spice things up. Excellent memory recall the lady has. Avril

Not loyalty at all zap. Just reading and listening with an open mind. It's just basic commonsense. Why do you think it was necessary to go with a recording device? It's a genuine question Zap, I don't want to argue with you , I'm just interested 😊 Avril

Hmm, I know. Strange that. Wonder why it was recorded. Is my sarcasm coming across ok?😁😉 Avril