What a really lovely circle of 'friends' we have, here on the net.
I write a load of inconsequential nonscience, day after day, and when I have a few problems, I am offered sympathy and support by the bucket load.
When one becomes partially immobile, and lives in constant pain, one becomes crotchety and unsociable. It's not something I enjoy, but it comes with the situation.
So I wish to say THANK YOU to everyone. Your kind thoughts have meant a lot to me. Cro xx
We are not a bad bunch in blogland, hope you have a good day today.
ReplyDeleteIt's surprisingly cool this morning, so we're pottering in the garden.
DeleteWhat a nice little blogpost - and heartfelt too. I always think it is a shame that we have to put the word "friends" in inverted commas when referring to our blogmates. I do that too.
ReplyDeleteI do think of you as 'friends'. I can't think of a better word.
DeleteI really enjoy reading your daily posts and so sorry you are in constant pain. Anno domini brings us some unwelcome gifts! I hope the swimming and warmth helps you. Regards Sue H
ReplyDeleteIt was cooler this morning, but now back to hot again. I shall be back in the pool before long. It does certainly help.
DeleteWishing you only good things from cold winters New Zealand.
ReplyDeleteMy sister lives in NZ, so I do get the occasional weather update. She's had a lot of heavy rain recently.
DeleteIve enjoyed following your life and philosophy for many years now. You post early morning so reading your blog usually states my day, though I may not comment till later.
ReplyDeleteYou and Lady M and the family have become true friends.
Agree with you or not, your blog entries bring me pleasure. Please continue
You're a darling. My life would be so much poorer without hearing of all your exploits, Saint days, Poppi's exploits, the little boats in the harbour, and all those plates of BBQ'd Octopus. Cheers!
DeleteWishing you a relaxing summer in the French sunshine,
ReplyDeleteThank you Travel. It's been a bit stressful recently, but I'm more optimistic now. Lovely today!
DeleteWe're all in this together so we might as well have as much fun as we can. I love your humor. I have a lot of arthritis pain and can relate. I find "warm" really helps. I just sent away for a sooper dooper pooper scooper (not actual real name) electric heating pad from Amazon that covers neck, shoulders and back. And you can put it in the washing machine! I'm so excited! Now THAT makes me laugh!
ReplyDeleteI need one for my hips! Pain is a nuisance. I don't understand why we can't simply take a pill.
DeleteWe all love you Cro, I know I never comment but that is because you make me cross with some of your views and I do not like putting the other side of the argument. But you are very important to a small part of blogland. Enjoy your stay in France. X
ReplyDeleteThat's the problem with being 'middle of the road'; I'm always upsetting someone somewhere. I'm always happy to be corrected, as long as it's logical and sensible.
DeleteCro, It's quite a feat to find the time and post up something each day. My posts are often large and can sometimes take days to finally publish.
ReplyDeleteI think that unknowingly your daily posts have become a comfort blanket for you. But we all look forward to them.
Actually, I can hardly imagine my life without them. I've done it for so long that my early mornings would be pointless without them. I occasionally bore myself, but I do hope that I don't bore others too much.
DeleteYou are a daily constant in blog land and of course we care about you. Today's post was touching.
ReplyDeleteI'm probably feeling a bit sorry for myself.
DeleteI hope the warm weather and swimming eases the pain.
ReplyDeleteI think it does. I've reduced my pain-killers to half the amount prescribed, and it seems OK.
DeleteWe've been friends for many years, Cro, and when I started my blog you were the first consistent commentator I had. Thank you for being my friend!
ReplyDeleteWithout you Jennifer, I wouldn't know what was going on in the Carolinas. And I would never have known about 'Little P'.
DeleteBless you, Cro. Hope you are improving and enjoying your lovely home. X
ReplyDeleteMore in the vane of comments above - your posts are part of life's rich tapestry - I seldom comment just for comments sake but read them all.
ReplyDeleteThank you TM.
DeleteI have a few friends in blog land. I enjoy their friendship more than the ones I see face to face. I especially enjoy your blogs. I've been a follower for years, though I rarely comment. I am also very envious of that pool you have in France. Hope you are feeling much better soon. I have a few bouts occasionally with arthritis. It is no fun. My massage therapist works wonders for me.
ReplyDeleteBuilding the pool was our best decision here. We used to travel a few K's to a filthy lake to swim. The pool is SO MUCH better.
DeleteRead often. Post rarely. Enjoy your blog ENORMOUSLY!
ReplyDeleteHello Mary. I haven't seen your name for ages! Welcome.
DeleteAnd then there are those of us who, like Mary above, read faithfully and think, "Oh, darn! Cro didn't make it France." and then, "Yay! He managed to get there after all!"
ReplyDeleteWe're thinking about you, but don't often get around to posting.
Yes, we made it. We are car-les, and short of food, but all will soon be fixed. A good friend will take me shopping on Friday, and the car will be fixed next week.
DeleteHere in blogland I find a good group of friends and you are among them. Sending you best wishes for best treatment to relieve pain. Hi from California.
ReplyDeleteThank you Terra. It's 4 am (French time), and I couldn't sleep. Lots of Americans here at this time of year.
DeleteCro, I'm here in Texas and don't comment often... but do enjoy your posts... and virtually live somewhere like the French or English countryside... especially now with all the political chaos going on here. But we are lucky in this day and age to have these blog friends.
ReplyDeleteI don't know if the chaos is worse in the USA or the UK. Here I don't bother with French news; no TV either.
DeleteI'll just add my little bit here as the post disappears down into the bowels of your blog. I always see you as a man of reason. Your thoughtful replies to unsavoury comments are to be commended. I hope you have a wonderful relaxing holiday in France.
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