Hello Ed, it all made sense. I hope that Kevin and his wife can sort it out. But honestly what did he expect? I had a great day today. I met up at my coffee shop with my Mansfield friends this morning. Linda and her daughter, Daisy. I taught Linda's son Max and Linda also taught at the Steiner school. I haven't seen them for years. Our conversations lasted longer than the coffee. Linda and Daisy filled me in with news about all my Mansfield friends. Earlier in the conversation Linda asked me how I fill my days so I told her. Then also told her that my Sydney children want me to move there to live in a yet to built Granny Flat. As we were chatting a number of people came past and greeted me by name and the staff did the same. We were sitting outside and could hear the surf. Daisy was impressed that I live so close to a National Park. When it became time to part as they had a long drive ahead Linda hugged me and said that she could see how happy I am and that I shouldn't move. Interesting fact about Linda. Her Mother was one of the first Japanese brides to come to Australia aftere WW2. Linda's father was serving in the Australian Army. They met in Japan and fell in love. It was not easy to bring a war bride to Australia at the time due to the dreadful White Australia Policy. Cherry, Linda's mother lived in Hiroshima however by chance had moved a bit further inland when the bomb dropped. Linda's niece Ally Parker has written a book about that. "Under The Foot of the Cherry Tree." Fascinating story. I have met Cherry many times when she visited the school as Grandmother. Lovely lady. Oh I have been going on. I will leave this for now. Enjoy your day.

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Morning splash-- very foggy morning and we are 12 to begin the day. I am off in a short up to the hospital for an ultra  sound on my leg to see if the surgery is still working.Then back home in time to grab some lunch and then off to tea--I hope. Nurse did show up with the coban and ordered more which should be delivered today --then we can relax on that for a few weeks. I know  prices have gone up since we did all our powers of attorney and will but I think we paid just over $250.00 for the whole lot.I don't know how your system works over there but here it gets very complicated  without them and heaven help you if anyone questions a decision. Have a good day

Hello Ed, I am nearly ready for bed. Not sure that I will bother getting the 2nd M.M. Book. I did finally enjoy her memoir. Re. Pat and Hertfordshire. I did have a feeling that you were close by. Also my oldest childhood friend lives there. Re. Mum, I think that we have coached her well and as we will all be there at the meeting we will ensure that she tells it as it is for her. I think that she needs a watch like we have. Although it will not suit her idea jewelry. Mum likes elegant jewels. Re. Trump I have been closely watching everything. I am pleased that Canada is remaining firm. Trump really needs to be IMPEACHED as he is insane! I daily read Heather Cox Richardson's posts. She is a Professor of American History and Politics. She tells it as she sees it without all the show biz stuff. No grab takes from the internet. Any way before I get all stirred up again about what Trump is doing I will bid you a good day as I am about to go to bed.

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Hello Ed, I went to the Optomertist day for an eye check and he confirmed that my long distance sight has improved significantly. He also reassured me that there were no signs of Glaucoma. They have it on the records that Mum has it and they always check.  So I will get new glasses in about 2 weeks. Tomorrow I am meeting a friend from Mansfield days. I taught her son and she also taught at my school. So it will be a great catch up at my coffee shop. Then I am off to Cranbourne to join a family meeting with a carer to discuss what Mum will need when she returns to her unit. Mum will also be in the meeting. My youngest brother really wants me there. Enjoy your new day.

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