Today is Day 100 of my house arrest. Nothing much has changed since my last report on day 80 – and that includes the stupidity of the British public and the government.
Things are sort of muddling along here in their own desultory lockdown way with not a lot getting done except procrastination. Basically with no extra-mural excitements (where there ever any?) the depression is exerting its muscles. It’s all very demoralising.
Anyway, here are a few things (good and not so good) that have happened since my last report.
Good
Not So Good
Finally managed to get the watering system set up for all the tubs on the patio, plus the tomatoes and marrows.
The quality of English strawberries and asparagus has been outstanding this year.
The willingness of the Kent Family History Society hive mind in helping me unlock one of the mysteries in my family history.
On a whim I ordered some peonies from Waitrose Florist. Not only were they available for next day delivery but they were really stunning. (Sorry no photo, see depression above.)
I’ve been cutting my hair really short. After an initial close shave it’s grown back and is now being kept at 10-15mm. Unexpectedly I actually like it.
As mentioned above, the depression doesn’t get any better, and neither does my back. So I’m still failing to mow the lawn – but Noreen has managed to do it twice.
How have the last couple of months been so windy? It’s very un-summery.
Unusually a couple of weeks ago our supermarket delivery was 45 minutes after the booked slot. Irritating because it was lunchtime.
Everyone going on about BLM and statues. Just don’t get me started.
I’ve got an annoying little stye in my right eye.
Boy Cat chasing grass and enjoying the sunshine with the humans
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I hope to provide a further progress report on either Day 120 (Thursday 9 July) or Day 125 (Tuesday 14 July). Meanwhile, have fun!
Eccentric looks at life through the thoughts of a retired working thinker
