The Life of a Celeb!

A question was recently asked about how Ray handles his celebrity* status, acknowledging that the puparazzi are everywhere. It can be difficult for him however, with a little help from some old clothes and the inevitable dark glasses, he does get some privacy. Continue reading →

Good night buddy!

Ray moved in with us on March 15, 2013* and settled in very fast (he knew what he was doing!). Continue reading →

Dear Diary – Page 10 (Mid 1950’s – The Parcel)

An event at Gran’s house which I can vividly recall was when Valerie and I were rushing around helping with dinner for the guests and, at one point, Valerie was carrying a pot of freshly made tea. Continue reading →

Mt. Nemo

We have always enjoyed the “escape from life’s routines” feeling when walking around local conservation areas and so treated ourselves to an annual pass. Continue reading →

Celebrity Ray

Last Saturday, we decided to combine a number of factors into a walk with Ray. Continue reading →

“The Crane”

“The Crane” was written by my daughter Melanie (who follows this Blog so please feel free to respond to her by name!). From her perspective, the crane is the focal point of the poem as it symbolizes the freedom of the present, the letting go of the past, and the embracing of the future. Continue reading →

The Cat!

Ray has always been protective of “his” territory (the back garden) and wastes no time in checking that there are no intruders. Continue reading →

Dear Diary – Page 8 (Early 1950’s – Birthdays)

As Valerie and I were born on the same day (albeit 3 years apart), our birthdays were always joint affairs. For our birthday meal, we could chose whatever we wanted to eat! Continue reading →

Ray’s World! (2 of 2)

Then there’s his attitude to life. Ray is very happy when being given a treat ……. any treat! Continue reading →