Toby

Here is my baby Toby. Very sadly he has passed away. He was killed on the ranch by the tractor and Trailor. He was old but this is so not the way I wanted him to go. The reassurance is that he had the best dog life anyone could have provided for him. He was the boss, had a never ending source of wood to carry around and puddles to wade through, an endless supply of cuddles and plenty of food. I loved him very much and he will never ever be forgotten. He always was the best judge of my boyfriends and always there quietly in the background ready for any adventure. I can't begin to say how much I loved this dog.

Dangerous hobbies

so I got kicked by a horse called Taffy yesterday and don't even have a bruise to show for it. Bless her she was only trying to get a fly off her and got her knee into the side of my leg. Wasn't on purpose but it darn hurts!!!!
Apart from that this weekend has been very quiet, just what I needed. Went to St. Michael's in Flixton today where I'm getting married next year. It was quite good. The sermon hit the spot completely and it was great to take communion again.
Then I just chilled in our garden in the sun reading the paper. Sophie Mac came and visited our new flat. It was trez lovely to meet up with her and hear her mad stories of life as a small property tycoon.
Missing Craig and seeing him. Goodness I can't wait till next year. Got used to seeing him everyday. How soppy is that?!?!?
And congratulations to Marta she has finally thought about a date of her wedding. And it's only going to be about 3 weeks after mine. Crazy ladee.

Fallen in love

That's it I've been converted to the joys of little show ponies. For those of you who don't know anything about horses show ponies are bred to look pretty and shows are just competitions on their looks. I hate shows- they are pretentious and very snobby and you just win on looks. A bit like Crufts for dogs.... But Andrew bought a little silver welsh stallion called Storm who is nearly a year old. And we play chase in the indoor hall. I mean really like you see it in the movies he comes galloping up towards me and I run away, then he stops just dead in front of me and I then run after him. He floats like an angel. Beautiful and amazing fun. Please be reminded that he only comes up to my waste. Tonight we do it again. He is definitely my new found love in life.
Apart from that the news is that the honeymoon destination has been chosen-Mexico.
Loving living in the cottage with my boys.
Craig is the best cook and househusband. He even does my washing for me. I can' t wait till next year and the year after and the year after.
There are bad people out there though- He had a contract and the guys have just ended it. It sucks so if anyone needs a gasfire fitting please get in contact with me as I know a man who is Corgi registered and very good at what he does. He also does Landlord certificates and is very reliable.

Moving back to the flat tomorrow.

Horses

Andrew and Shelley are on holiday so I'm in charge of the beasts. I'm realising that just having one horse to muck out and ride is so much better then two. But I'm enjoying going to the stables more then twice a week. I was there Saturday and Sunday and back again tonight. Realised as I was standing underneath a cherry tree with Kate on Saturday that riding and the stables are really the only thing that truly de-stresses me. So on my next panic attack session I'm definitely heading straight up there.
I;m staying at Craig's for the week to be close to the stables in case of an emergency and so that I can just pop up to the stables at the end of an evening to check on them. It will also be certainly interesting to enjoy a whole week of daily routine with him. We have a lot to learn about each other. I'm glad though that he has a double bed in the spare room. Not allowed to get to used to the space. I now have two rooms.

New job

A running theme in my life i'm on my third day as housing assistant at Arawak Walton. So far so good. Bit boring at times at it is an admin role but it's what I was expecting. Bit early this morning so just upating my blog before work.
Craig and I made up since our little holiday in Ireland- no more needs to be said on the internet about that one. I just love him and us it's wonderful.
So I'm well and learning to grow up a bit and have a more resolute spirit within me- thanks J.

Church

So the last week has been hectic, hectic. We have moved into our little flat-not so little actually- it's gorgeous and relaxing. I actually enjoy spending time here. It's worth the extra money...:o)
Ireland was ok- it was lovely seeing my sister but not to say to much about it all it wasn't the relaxing holiday i was hoping for. But anyhow I'm sure it will all work out in the end.
Today I have started the search for a new church to go to. I went to St. Clement's just down the road from my flat. It was a high anglican church which I hadn't been to in years. It was a bit strange but God whooped my butt about my attitude towards church. I felt so welcome by them. It was a small gathering but so warm and welcoming. And how cool a church that is organising a Beer Festival. God really showed me that I have been critical towards his bride and how terrible that is. They have so much to offer it's incredible. I have lost my focus that it is all about Jesus and showing his love to people. So I think I may try out this whole congregation thing again, because if I'm honest i can't do my christian life without regular input. So no more critical spirit but loving the body of Christ. And no more living life away from older christians.