I had a great day today.  I visited my old work place as a  collegue was leaving she was having her first child ahhh it’s all so lovely and I am happy for her.  I went in to see her off.  I finished my contract last month and I had not been in to see my work pals as I sometimes worked from home.  When I popped in to her leaving do they surprised me with a leaving present I was so chuffed.  You know what I really loved about where I worked in the voluntary sector - the team was very supportive, fun and hard working.  It was a pleasure to work with such enthusiastic dedicated people.  My boss the Chief Executive Julia was a great mentor and role model.  I will miss them.  They told me not to stay away to long. Sweet.

Following this most enjoyable visit I went to see DIANE and her three lovely children. It has been so long and oh my have they grown.  We talked, laughed and messed around.  Diane’s talented daughter wrote some poetry – sonnets – I read them out loud and her son played the African drums we enjoyed it so much we laughed until we nearly cried.  I had forgotten what it was like to be around a family messin’ around havin’ fun.  I was reminded of my childhood and the games I used to play with my brothers and sister.  I say good on you Diane your children are beautiful – you done good girl – I felt welcomed in the house of fun and left with a smile.

Lauretta x