Whatever Is That?

What an exhausting end to the week!  On Wednesday afternoon we both had our regular dental check up. It is 45 minutes away. We dropped Julian off en route, so he could explore Wymondham - but then had problems getting on tot he A11 - roadworks, holdups and diversions left us driving down country roads. We got to an unmanned level crossing - only to find the roadgates padlocked - access only available to pedestrians. Bob reversed up the quiet, narrow road till he found a safe place to turn the car round. Then the heavens opened - and heavy rain made driving so hard. I finally managed to get a phone signal, to call the dentist and explain we'd be late. They were so good about it - and fortunately no treatment needed "And are you planning another holiday in Scotland?" he joked! When we finally got back to Wymondham, we needed tea and cake. Thursday was good, visiting the Castle with Julian, and then a meal at my bro's place. And Friday, more sorting out of the new bedroom drawers and taking J to catch his train home.

We got back to Cornerstones and collapsed with tea [and leftover banoffi pie] At which point Liz WhatsApped to say they were coming up to their cottage for the weekend. Further messages informed us of major holdups and diversions. I knew they'd be tired, so suggested we could prepare a meal. I went and dug up a load more potatoes. Simple grub - fish fingers, sausages, peas, sweetcorn, all from the freezer, and a huge bowl of boiled spuds. And mini cornettoes as pud. Quick, easy and just what was needed. But how did those two little girls have so much energy! Grandad and Grandma were called upon to sort out toys, read stories, serve more potatoes, pour more squash [Pleeese!] Mum and Dad sat there, clearly exhausted. 

I remembered at the start of the day that it was Friday - and delivered a birthday card to a neighbour, and given my orchids their weekly drink. But I nearly forgot to deal with the important thing outside on the garden table.  

I wonder if you have any idea what this is?

I will reveal all early next week...