We had a day in town this week mainly because I had to take my phone in to be looked at. It's been going very slow and even telling me I had no internet connection when I was sitting in my own house. Anyway I'm hoping it's fixed now but to be honest I'm not sure. And the young fellow in the shop was not very forthcoming. I found out more when Bob went into another shop, we're with different companies, and I may change over when I have to update my phone one day.
We catch the bus in these days, it saves trying to get a park somewhere, the parking buildings are often already full. And it's amazing what you see from the bus, being higher up, that you miss when sitting in the car.
I've been in the shop as well but it has been very slow lately. I think in part because of the weather, it's been very cold and miserable, but also because of the economy. People are not buying a lot of books these days, we do great sales in greeting cards though :) But today it was a little different, I had two authors ring and enquire how their books were going. Quite exciting having a little chat to them.
I mentioned how cold it's been, again, and the picture above is what we woke to this morning. Thick fog which turned into freezing rain about midday. A lot of flights were delayed today, the airport is a few kilometres further down the plain than us. I just hope it doesn't happen on Saturday when we're due to fly out. Youngest grand daughter is taking us to the airport.
And a montage of my great grands with the quilts my sister made them and sent over from Aussie. Amazingly they all arrived on the same day and there were some excited little people ripping open parcels. She personalized them to what the three older kids are into and made up a lovely colorful one for the toddler.
And just because I can.
I was using a public rest room when I spotted these unusual tiles on the walls. I found them quite fascinating. Some of the chemical elements on the periodic table. I would have taken more photos but people were starting to look at me funny :)
Top left S 16 - sulfur.
Bottom right Sc 21 - scandium.
And that's it from me.
Next time I post I'll be in Auckland or Mackay. See you then.
Diana
LOL! Thinking of you taking pictures of the tiles in the restroom...and people looking at you funny. I get that a lot, because I am always taking pictures of things in public places, and yes, sometimes in public restrooms. Those tiles of the chemical elements are quite interesting, and who would've ever thought you'd see them there??? I think I'd definitely take a picture of that as well! And those sweeties with their quilts...how wonderful is that??? Your sister is quite the wonderful quilter, and she knew exactly what would please them! That is such a wonderful gift, and I know those kids will treasure them all their lives.
ReplyDeleteWhat is the store you work in? I guess I didn't realize that you did that. Do you volunteer, or is it a "real job"? I do hope you have a safe trip and that the weather cooperates for your flight. I enjoyed your post today!! Stay warm! I'd love to send you some of our extreme heat! LOL.
We've been enduring sweltering hot days so it's nice to come here and learn about your colder weather!
ReplyDeleteThat's so neat that you were able to chat with two authors when they phoned in while you were at the shop. Books are one of my dearest treasures.
Loved the pictures of the great grands with their quilts that your sister made for them. So precious!
Have a good trip.
ReplyDeleteI think all businesses have been very slow over Winter, where I work has been quiet but there has been the odd day when it's been raining and it's really busy but I think that people are watching their pennies and end of year tax season probably doesn' help either.
ReplyDeleteLOL on people looking at you 🤣 😂 funny 😁 for taking photos of the tiles. As far as books go, here in Montreal many people are buying their books 📚 in second hand/used bookstores or in thrift stores now because the cost of everything has skyrocketed.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your trip.