Oh gosh, that looks a bit like the bottom of my shed! Good news re travel to and from Portugal. Off the red list so hopefully you’ll be able to come over after May 17. Not sure what requirements will be then though.
That door has seen better days for sure. It’s fantastic for photos (such texture!) but it isn’t very cheery. I hope you’ve had a lift in spirits since posting this? I think we’re all having our down days now, this has dragged on for so long … Sending a hug 🤗
Don’t try to cheer up, just allow yourself to sink into a ‘poor me’ attitude for a few hours and mutter and scold as you go about the day – or even weep if that helps. Downtime is something that happens and we should allow it, not deny it. That said, I’m sending good vibes and hugs from over here and hope that tomorrow the world will look better.
PS That old door isn’t going to cheer you up either, why not look out some of your lovely brightly painted doors and your azulejos!
I was actually going to share a ‘funny’ in Jude’s colour theme but decided that would keep. I’m actually alright at the moment, Mari. It seems we might be off the red list soon and the hotel quarantine abandoned, all of which will help. I have a happy band of walker friends who are mostly in the UK at present and we keep each other cheerful. And James is viewing 3 houses today and reporting back so life could be much worse. Thanks for the hugs. I can always use them 🤗💕💕
That’s kind of you, Elke! I’m actually feeling more positive since I put this up. The news is a bit more positive and my long face doesn’t help anyone. Thanks a lot 🤗💕💕
No worries! Have a nice day. I have to go shopping (yeah?) with my son. He desparately needs shoes. He is old enough to buy them himself, of course, but the weather is frightful (rain and gusts of wind) and I have a car and drivers’ licence. The shops here have been open for a week (and the number are rising – is anybody surprised?)
It’s seen better days, Jo, that door. I often wish that I could touch old objects like this, and ‘see’ some of the interesting things they’ve been party to over the years. Fabulous photo.
And chin up! Here’s a hug and a smile 😃 🤗
That looks like it could do with a little work…a bit like me at the moment! Things are tough aren’t they? Hope the weekend brings some peace and respite from it all!
Afraid so! Flights were cancelled yesterday and I can’t seem to shake off the gloom. Vaccine is so slow here, possibly not til Autumn, and yes, I have a fine life but I can’t see how we can come and child mind for the foreseeable.
I know. I’ve a feeling that new grandchild of ours will have started school by the time we get to cuddle her for real. And the English variety have been almost as inaccessible 😦
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I bet that door has a 1,001 stories to tell. Excellent photo and find 😀
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I don’t think it will be opening again any time soon, Cee 😦 😦
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what an amazing weathered door and so many stories to tell.. 😉
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It has a variety of friends around here, Lisa 🙂 🙂
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It’s good to know you’re now feeling a bit happier Jo. The door looks a bit of a mess but it has a certain ‘je ne sais quois’ about it 🙂
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There are many like it around here, Eunice. Picturesque if you’re being kind. 🤣💕 Thanks darlin!
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I’m not sure that door will ever open, Jo, but surely others will. Fun post and cheers to you–
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Thanks darlin. I do hope so 🤗💕
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Oh gosh, that looks a bit like the bottom of my shed! Good news re travel to and from Portugal. Off the red list so hopefully you’ll be able to come over after May 17. Not sure what requirements will be then though.
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I heard that today. 🤣🤣Not sure when to rebook for. Possibly August 💕
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Guess you need to wait and see if there are any quarantine restrictions and/or vaccine requirements or pre-travel covid tests.
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There are sure to be restrictions but hopefully not insurmountable ones. We do need to be there for the school hols. 🙂
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Even such a door has its charm.
Have a great weekend,
Pit
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Thanks, Pit! You too 🤗💕
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That door has seen better days for sure. It’s fantastic for photos (such texture!) but it isn’t very cheery. I hope you’ve had a lift in spirits since posting this? I think we’re all having our down days now, this has dragged on for so long … Sending a hug 🤗
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Lots better, thanks! Talking to you folks often helps. We’re all in this together 🤗💕
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Don’t try to cheer up, just allow yourself to sink into a ‘poor me’ attitude for a few hours and mutter and scold as you go about the day – or even weep if that helps. Downtime is something that happens and we should allow it, not deny it. That said, I’m sending good vibes and hugs from over here and hope that tomorrow the world will look better.
PS That old door isn’t going to cheer you up either, why not look out some of your lovely brightly painted doors and your azulejos!
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I was actually going to share a ‘funny’ in Jude’s colour theme but decided that would keep. I’m actually alright at the moment, Mari. It seems we might be off the red list soon and the hotel quarantine abandoned, all of which will help. I have a happy band of walker friends who are mostly in the UK at present and we keep each other cheerful. And James is viewing 3 houses today and reporting back so life could be much worse. Thanks for the hugs. I can always use them 🤗💕💕
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Just my kind of door.
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You wouldn’t say that if it was the front door of your house 🤣💕
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Repairs would be a challenge for sure.
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And I forgot to say that I adore that door.
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It has a certain something 🤣💕
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It sort of gone through the stage of needing repairs and come out the other end where fixing it now would mean destroying something sublime.
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I don’t want to step on Debbie’s toes but can anyone else cheer you up, too? I’ve just related an anecdote from my misspent youth on Sue’s blog: https://suejudd.com/2021/03/13/workmen-back-on-that-roof-again/ Maybe that will amuse you a bit.
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That’s kind of you, Elke! I’m actually feeling more positive since I put this up. The news is a bit more positive and my long face doesn’t help anyone. Thanks a lot 🤗💕💕
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Can’t access it from my phone, Elke. I’ll come visit this evening 😁💕
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No worries! Have a nice day. I have to go shopping (yeah?) with my son. He desparately needs shoes. He is old enough to buy them himself, of course, but the weather is frightful (rain and gusts of wind) and I have a car and drivers’ licence. The shops here have been open for a week (and the number are rising – is anybody surprised?)
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It’s seen better days, Jo, that door. I often wish that I could touch old objects like this, and ‘see’ some of the interesting things they’ve been party to over the years. Fabulous photo.
And chin up! Here’s a hug and a smile 😃 🤗
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Thanks darlin! Better news around the corner. 🤗💕
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Oh yes… indeed! 🙂
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Wow! That’s quite a door!
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Isn’t it? 🙄💕
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Tavira is such an inspiration, right Jo? Cheers from Lisbon, PedroL
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Thanks Pedrol! Yes, it’s a lovely place 🤗💕
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“When a door is opened, a window slams in”. 😀 😀 😀
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Yes, that’s the case here today! Just mopped floors and they are dry in no time with sunshine and a breeze 🌞🌬️💕
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That looks like it could do with a little work…a bit like me at the moment! Things are tough aren’t they? Hope the weekend brings some peace and respite from it all!
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Had some good news from home about red list and quarantine so I’m daring to be quietly hopeful. No good being miserable. Thanks darlin 🤗💕
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Great news! I hope things keep going in that direction and you are having a good week x
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This is such an exciting image, Jo! It looks like a pen & watercolour piece!
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Yes, it turned out well. Thanks, Ju-Lyn 🤗💕
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Lov the textures!
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I thought you might 🤗💕
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That door looks like I feel today. You too? Have a good weekend nevertheless.
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Afraid so! Flights were cancelled yesterday and I can’t seem to shake off the gloom. Vaccine is so slow here, possibly not til Autumn, and yes, I have a fine life but I can’t see how we can come and child mind for the foreseeable.
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I know. I’ve a feeling that new grandchild of ours will have started school by the time we get to cuddle her for real. And the English variety have been almost as inaccessible 😦
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Hugs, sweetheart! Pinning on the cheerful smile but I won’t be up for chatting with the ladies this afternoon. Sorry! I know you’re missing too.
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Hugs returned, with interest.
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That’s a wonderful old door Jo. But definitely closed. I hope my ducks provide a bit of amusement until a new door opens. X
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They’re great, Debs. I love them! Out walking today? 🙂 🙂
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