Simon

When, oh when, will we get a Guinea pig?
(Oh and if you are thinking of saying “just use the hamster”: repent! )

Well now our two are confused as I’ve had to explain to them that summer time/daylight saving starts at different times in Europe. Apparently it’s my fault and I have to make reparations. With treats.

A red teddy Guinea pig standing on a blue bath mat looking incredibly cute. And plump.

A vision of plumpness #guineapig

Thank you it's magical to sit out in the summer with them - albeit hard work staying so still.

I know -much like the arrival of the storks it's a rebirth. I could do with your fox... We have plenty of raptors though and a murderous local cat who regularly picks off mice and, alas, lizards.

Fishy-er than a trawler that’s been at sea for a week.

Starting to get some visits here as well, first sighting was last Monday - bit sporadic for now but the field mice are enjoying the hedgehog food I’ve put out!

The DVD case of the 1977 mini series Washinton Behind Closed Doors starring Jason Robards, Robert Vaughn, Cliff Robertson and Stephanie Powers

Washington Behind Closed Doors (the 1977 mini series) was always a thinly disguised retelling of #watergate but watching in the present climate it is remarkably prescient. Either that or not much new under the sun…

I wait with impatience for the first venue to ban the wearing of them - unless someone can tell me it’s already happened?

The definition of a safe pair of hands. (Interesting they american-ised his name. Perhaps umlauts are too confusing for them.)

Lablenof a wine bottle: Chateau Reynella 1995 basket pressed Shiraz McLaren vale

A 31 year old McLaren Vale Shiraz from Chateau Reynella - perhaps past its best? - but rather lovely #shiraz #reynella #mclarenvale #wine

Bless her, she is a sweetie

What does he mean “if”?

Looks like it’s time to stock up on hedgehog food. #hedgehog

He wasn’t known as Randy Andy for nothing!

Is he Royally Screwed?

It’s a pity as it’s an absolute gem. A sympathetic remaster would be most welcome.

Fabulous. I just recently found some episodes in the depths of iPlayer - and do remember watching them in period.

I always say after losing a pig (last year was not good) “No more” - but it never seems to happen - and I think they choose us, expertly guiding us to their profile or advert.

She’s a cutie. Can’t believe a shelter split a bonded pair, I bet they had lots of rules for adopters too.
And we all have our favourites however hard we try not to!

Excellent work!

Ok, thanks!

Be interesting to see how much this will give drivers more scope to play with pedal feel.

No. Especially after the Beatles co-opted it.

Speaking for my people, this man is a complete cockwomble.

You weren’t the only one

Is it true that Amazon will give you a reduction if you add Melania tickets to your order? I think we should be told.

A black/tan Guinea pig under a wooden shelter next to a green bowl that has been flipped on its side

Here’s Norman (RIP) who was a master of his art.

Bowl tipping is an art that should be encouraged! Bravo!

That’ll give him a coronary for sure