Journal:
We had a phone call from Ian on our last Friday morning with news of Vicky and the twins. Pat is always glad to talk things over after the call.

By this time I guess John and Edith will have visited you and be on their way again. Pat was hopeful of making contact by Skype during their visit but it was not to be (and me hopefully too).

J & E going to Spain for 2 months and back in early April. They did mention Valencia (been there many years ago) maybe going elsewhere, they didn't say.

Started to walk again in the mornings, from about 10 days ago, but not too far at present. Starting from the Yacht Club to the Green Cathedral car park then back again taking 20 minutes there and back. This morning tried a little further and it seems OK. Will try a bit further in a few days, that will be the half way point round the lake.

The lake path is flooded at the moment in probably 2 places, I haven't had a look, but I know from previous years.

Tuesday today and sunny. Pat got up at 2 am this morning and didn't (wouldn't) go back to bed when I got up, but fell asleep in her chair. I then chased her to bed! Now close to lunchtime and she is still there.

Pat has wanted a bureau... desk type for a while now. bought one on Trade-me for $46.00, but it had borer in the bottom. I treated it but she didn't trust it. Bought a new one on Trade-me for $420.00 made of plantation mahogany. Should be delivered today or tomorrow.

Hello, Ian... hope I can keep this up! If I can manage most days it will be only a few lines. Will be glad if I can keep it up.