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Don't you think Andy that a lot of complaints about rude staff quite often reflect back on the way they are treated in the first place. I don't 'know' you and Michelle but from your light-hearted, funny and friendly posts on here I suspect you both treat people with kindness and respect. I'm glad you're having a good cruise and I hope Hyacinth is behaving herself. Jane xx

I'm glad you and @Purdey16 had an enjoyable day. Thanks both for posting the photos.

Mmmmm. Jury's out for me. Her backside looks a bit like a roll on roll off ferry. I'm a bit disappointed.

@Grandad John Happy Birthday John. I hope you've done something nice on your special day. Best wishes. Jane xx

@Adawn47 Sorry it's late Avril but here's wishing you a very happy birthday. I hope you've managed to enjoy it despite a rock start. Very best wishes. Jane xxx

Jason Statham's a good choice Brian - he's a real geezer. Tom Hardy? - too old maybe but good actor - for both parts - just age him up for the older part like they did in Peaky Blinders. Henry Cavill? - too old again maybe but very handsome - not a geezer though. Alan Carr? - joking! No, I can't think of any young actors to match Statham. I'll do some reaearch! Jane xx

Have a great time Zap (and Mrs Zap). Hope you both enjoy good food, good wine, and buying plenty of handbags. Jane xx

Thanks Brian - yes you did help us out yesterday and much appreciated. Good goal by Bowen. Honestly, I think the title is City's but you never know. Jane xx

And which one did you choose Brian? Fab photos - those buildings are just glorious. Jane xx

Thank you Gill. Yes I've been relaxing interspersed with walks and really getting better. I'm very pleased that I've managed to build-up my walk time by a little bit every day. His Lordship is not so pleased however - he much preferred whenI was laid out on the settee. He is seriously lazy! I saw Neil Diamond at Olympia about 15 years ago. I wasn't a huge fan but went with a friend who didn't have a plus one. As you say - excellent. Have a good Sunday Gill and Freddie. Jane xx

Good Morning It has been raining heavily here since about 8pm last night - it just hasn't stopped, and looks set until about 2pm today (according to the BBC anyway). Quite by accident I spent an evening with Neil Diamond last night. I was looking to see what was on the box and found it on BBC2 - and I thoroughly enjoyed some great music. What a lovely rich voice he has. Well it's Arsenal v Spurs today then Forest v City so I'm all set for an afternoon of great football I hope. Teddy has gone back to bed after being cruelly made to go out for his ablutions. If there was a prize for looks of recrimination he'd win it outright. I hope you all have a good Sunday. Be well. Jane xx

@Purdey16 I second Gill's thoughts. It all sounds terribly upsetting and unsettling but you appear to be a coper and a trouper - just don't let it be at the expense of your own health and wellbeing. Take care and best wishes. Jane xx

Morning Andy and Michelle Your party of now 7 ( so sorry to hear one of whom has had to drop out - I hope he/she is ok) sounds like a very diverse group and you're all set up for great fun. I hope Hyacinth doesn't show you up all too much! Have a wonderful time both and I look forward hearing all about it. Love Britannia. Very best wishes. Jane xx

Dear Frank Thanks so much for taking the time to contact me. I really do appreciate your kind and supportive words. "When you feel the time is right" told me that you, as a fairly recent ex- smoker, understand my feelings at this point. I will let you know how things go. Thanks again Frank and my very best wishes to you and Avril. Jane xx

That's fantastic @Megabear2. You've done so well. Buy new!!! Jane xx