May is a Month For Celebrations, Joy & Sadness

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Hello from The Hovel and what a wet month of May we are having at present. So different from the May of 1984 when we had weeks of hot, sunny weather. Why should I remember the weather of 27 years ago you may ask? Well, it was on May 4 1984 that I gave birth to my son Christopher. I know I'm a day late and should have mentioned it yesterday but I was babysitting for my son & his partner so they could have a few hours break...lol.. It's hard to believe that the toddler you see below is now a father of three...Belated Happy Birthday son...

Christopher, so cute





I was a 50's baby


But today is the birthday of a special member of my family who sadly is not with us. My darling nephew Josh would have been 19 today if he had lived but alas he only stayed 56 minutes to say hello. Happy Heavenly Birthday Sweetheart, always here just not seen....

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The Chinese believe that the butterfly is the spirit of a loved one that has passed and that it is smybolic of rebirth after death. I like this idea and the butterfly below is not only for my nephew but for my dear friend Alma who we said goodbye to 2 years ago tomorrow....






The begining of May is also a happy time for me although busy with sending cards. The 3rd of May was my friend Hannah's third wedding anniversary and a dear friend's 27th birthday. Yes, Lee and Christopher were born a day apart and have been good friends since they were born. His mother and I worked together and are friends to this day, seeing each other at least once a year. Would love to spend more time with my dear friends but 345 miles is a long way to go..lol..




Claude Choules 1901-2011 (photo curtisey of wikipedia)


Today also marks the passing of the last first world war veteran in the world, Claude Choules. He was also the last living veteran to have served in both world wars and the last seaman from world war 1. Claude died in Perth, Western Australia aged 110. His death marks the end of a generation of men and women who lived and died during WW1. I salute you and God Bless....

Lets hope the sun shines soon. Until next time, take care...Hugs Chrissy xx

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At the Going down of the Sun and in The Morning

We Will Remember Them

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