We have had terrible, new. Our much loved little buddy, Monty, has had to be euthanased because of a fast-growing cancer. He has slept on my bed for 12 years, and was by far the most affectionate and clever companion animal I ever had. We are both deeply saddened by this turn of events. and we'll always remember him with love.

The orthopaedic surgeon at Nambour says I need a new knee, (he hasn't looked at the other one, which I think needs some titanium too. Now for the interminable wait on the public hospital waiting list.

I just received a comment after being inactive on LJ for ages ... is anyone still on my friends list out there? If there is, say "Hello".

I know the provenance is shaky, but I want to believe ... he's dishy.


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I have my first cold for about 4 years ... it had been so long since I had one, that I'd forgotten how miserable they make you feel ( Read more... )

Among other things, I got my first cold in years for my birthday ( Read more... )

"The Last Picture Show" has made me think of other beautiful black and white films ( Read more... )

Eucalyptus "Summer Glory" is doing its spectacular thing again.


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Our beautiful backyard


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