We had some time to kill yesterday in Peterborough so we went to Notcutt’s Garden Centre at Ferry Meadows for an Apple and Cinnamon scone. I took the opportunity for some spring flower photography.
The scone was large and had a good flavour (much of it down to sugar, I think). On the downside, it was a bit dry and crumbly and could have done with more apple. It wasn’t bad but I won’t be rushing in to buy another.
Dad’s brother Tom was down visiting from Lancashire. He’s 86 and much fitter than Dad, who just turned 88. That’s probably due to a lifetime working outdoors, in contrast to Dad who spent most of his time in cars and offices. He travelled with his son and daughter-in-law this time as the drive is getting a bit tiring these days.
After Peterborough they are going to Buckinghamshire to see my Uncle Jim (94). He spent his life using a bicycle and never owned a car. He met my aunt when he was stationed in Lancashire during the war and after he left the army cycled up from London to see her. He’s still 100% mentally, though he recently had a knee replaced.
I’m seeing a pattern here.
A pattern is there. Live long and prosper, Quercus! 🙂
I’m trying to follow their example. 🙂
All the best people have new knees.
In that case I may stop resisting suggestions about getting mine done.;-)
Yay for Uncle Jim! I need to get back on my bike.
He comes from a long line of hardcore cyclists. 😉
He is a testament to the health benefits of biking.
Certainly is!
Be inspired
It’s hard to remain unmoved in a garden full of sunlit spring flowers. 🙂
So, what do you attribute to the condition and length of life in your family? Genes? Good living? Exercise? (Whoa, this list could be endless…eh?)
Genetics and good luck. 😉