Am back blogging with mind blogging news! Flew to Switzerland with daughter and The Feckless One, to surprise son on occasion of his 40th birthday. Flew out Monday, flew back Wednesday. Feel like have joined jet-set in manner of speaking. Absolutely hate flying, but Gritted Teeth and did it. Was more than worth effort, as son was delighted and indeed very surprised to see Mother, Sister and Feckless One advancing across his sunny back garden, laden with gifts and much bonhomie. Splendid time had by all, and auspicious birthday marked in wonderful way. Daughter-in-law mightily relieved plan had come to fruition after telling many white lies to achieve necessary secrecy. Hurrah!!! Must mention was very impressed with Swiss Air. Cabin crew definitely Cut Above the no frills airlines, and Captain's voice both calm and reassuring from cockpit. Daughter and I share High Level of Nervousness in aeroplanes, and both of us have ears pricked for any slight deviation in noise of jet engines throughout flight. Both detected slight deviation whilst Cruising At Altitude, which drove me to ask for soothing glass white wine on return leg. Was fumbling in purse to pay for calming libation, but smiling steward informed me, 'Is on the house', or 'Is on the chalet'. Wunderbar! Took ages to land at Heathrow and was subjected to several stomach churning views of English countryside from various natty angles. Ears straining to hear comforting sound of landing gear locking, I shut eyes and prayed for deliverance, i.e. sound of wheels bumping gently onto runway. Was not helped by sight of hitherto Very Confident Flier (young man in seat opposite), casually adopting crash position as we came in to land. Wish could achieve studied nonchalance of seasoned flier. Would so enjoy take-off (great roar and thrust etc.etc.) but is always tempered by Fear of Flaps. Are they in correct position for maximum lift? Is airspeed sufficient? Has Captain had row with wife? Ah well, have now flown about 18 times, and things haven't improved. Would dearly love to visit USA, but probably have to travel by ship. This would also induce a degree of nervousness, and might well spend entire voyage loitering by Muster Station. Should never have watched The Poisedon thingy film. Would not want to Turn Turtle.
Back home have discovered Two has been hiding packets of Cafe Noir biscuits from me. Saw him nibbling one surreptitiously and when remarked on it, he sheepishly admitted to having two packets in Places of Concealment. Well honestly.
Today local retired fireman and lady wife are arriving to paint outside of house. Only found this out yesterday when he phoned to say was starting job today. Asked if anyone would be in, or should they bring flasks. Deduce from this that Many Cups of Tea will be required. Doubt however if the Cafe Noir will be putting in an appearance. Can't find them.
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