Bad!

In 1986, an ex-boyfriend tried to win me back by offering to take me to see U2, live in Leeds, England. He had 2 tickets and as tempted as I was, I had to say no. U2 tickets were like gold dust then, as they still are now, but it wasn't the right thing to do.

I used to dream of seeing Bono sing my favourite track ''Bad'' from the very first time I ever heard it. And there I was, presented with the opportunity to do so.

I have often wondered over the years how it would have felt, actually being there, but I made my decision and lost the chance. The moment in time gone forever.

So, here he is. Bono at his best, in my opinion, singing the best U2 track to date, (again in my opinion).1984 is a long time ago, and he's a little raw, but this is how I first remember him. I just love this.

http://Bad 1984

Remembrance Sunday.

This morning we had a ''Remembrance Day'' service in our church. On the eleventh hour, of the eleventh day, of the eleventh month, of every year, a two minute silence is held in remembrance of those who lost their lives in the First and Second World Wars and in other conflicts around the world. Although it is the 12th today and is a day over, the two minute silence, mark of respect was held.

There was also a dedication for the shoeboxes that are being sent to Operation Christmas Child, in prepartion for Christmas. As well as the boxes in the picture, there are 80 more stored in the Sunday School room. Thanks to Berenice and Fiona for their boxes. I safely delivered them this morning and added them to the collection.

I have also added a picture of the two pianos we have in our church. These are for Richie. When he visits our little town, I have arranged for him to have a tinkle on the ivories of the baby grand! As you can see from the pictures, they are beautiful instruments.

After church I went for a long walk around the Great Orme mountain. Whilst I was walking it occurred to me just how lucky I was to be ''free'' to do so.

It has been a poignant day today...full of thought and refelction.

I hope you enjoy the pictures.

Just one more thing...after having visited the Royal British Legion blog, there is a poem there written by a youngster. To read her words, please type the following into your browser. I'm not sure how to set up a link on here as yet, sorry.

http://british-legion.blogspot.com/

Take care...

Missing Richie.

Well, it feels like an eternity since I visited Richie in The U.S. in July, but it's only a few more weeks until we will be together again...smiles, big smiles.

I am going to go again on December 28th until January 8th, this time staying for ten days instead of a week.I can hardly wait. I am hoping to fly via New York this time instead of Canada and am hoping to have a few hours in New York so I'll be able to have a little look around!!! Yes, I know it's a big place and I will try not to get lost. After my last journey, which consisted of an electrical storm, a cancelled flight and lost luggage, I am hoping that things go more smoothly, but I am prepared for almost any eventuality...ha.

Richie tells me that it will be a little ''chilly'' at that time of year so I had better pack my thermals.

I have saved really hard since my last visit and I received money for my 40th birthday so this is my collective birthday present...ha.

I look forward to the day when Richie comes to the U.K. but until then, we have to do what we can.He needs time to sort out his affairs and we both have to be patient. In a relationship like we have, there is no choice...but to be patient.

I am more excited this time round, and a lot less nervous, so January can't come quick enough. My girls will be staying with their Dad Keith for New Year and I am off work too.

Between now and then I am going to be very busy both at work and at home. I have just taken on the responsibility of ''school secretary'' for two weeks whilst Linda is off sick. I started today and I was so busy I didn't have time to worry!!!

So now I have three jobs on the go!!! Ha. Will certainly keep me out of mischief.

I had better start having a few early nights...well, I won't count last night as I was talking to Richie online 'till very late. Tut, tut.

So, that's my news and I hope you are all well.

Until next time..........