Anzac Day at Latimers did not start with the dawn service although I had thought about it last night and was surprised this morning when I realised I had missed it! I sometimes think it would be just too sad, remembering all those who have gone off to War and never come back. And even sadder knowing there are still people out there today risking their lives for uncertain causes.
We are lucky to live in a country not ravaged by war and strife - and lucky to live here at Latimers - where it is a lovely day.
Em seems to be a lot better today and has had a few snacks and some outside time as well - this time she's been keeping Tink company. Although last night it could have been Maggie who was still out and not responding to calls or whistles when it was time for lock-down. The good news is that she wasn't out all night. M let her in when she arrived home.
I went off to Helensvale Town Centre this afternoon to see J who had R and some of her friends in tow - which would have been much more exciting for them if the shopping centre had been open rather than closed for Anzac Day! Never mind - they went for a walk right around the outside of the Centre and seemed happy enough in themselves.
Word on the street is that the Caribbean Stud Poker jackpot is about due to go off and seeing how difficult it is to get a seat at one of the tables, you'd think more than a few people are taking that word as Gospel!. (The Casino was my next stop after Helensvale!)
S took the opportunity of the fine yet slightly overcast weather today to plant her vegetable seedlings. The question is whether they will still be planted overnight or will one of the cats have dug them up!
Not sure, but since there was a horse truck out the front this morning, we think M and L may have sold one of their horses. They had been talking about it because the costs of running a few horses is just sky- rocketing. I didn't see who it was but judging by the kicking noises coming from inside the truck, it (the horse) wasn't happy. S was saying this evening they couldn't see the foal and her mum this afternoon but I assured her they had both been there when the truck left (hopefully it didn't come back for them!)
Come rain, shine or hail tomorrow, I have to do the mowing!
