Hi Anita,

I hope you had a nice walk.  It’s 7.30pm here.  I’m very tired right now.

My dog has pneumonia and vet has prescribed 2 types of antibiotics and an increased dose of his fluid tablets. He has seemed improved this evening, and I have another appointment for him next Monday.  It’s so nice to be back home with them.

I’m working 12-7pm tomorrow then a day off and travel again to see the surgeon.

The universe sent me a reminder of something important today. My manager (male) was a telling us that his wife has been repeatedly asking him if She can get a little dog, but he has said no. I was reminded that I don’t have to ask permission for what I want to do in my own home.  I remember too that when I was married, a close friend was a music teacher and wanted to give m e lessons for free.  My husband informed that I wouldn’t be h saving them because he wasn’t going to put up with hearing me practice. I told him how much I wanted to learn. Son was very young at the time and we were living in an iso played community.  Im shocked at myself  that I didn’t just do it.  I seemed to think I needed his permission. Seems bizarre now, but things like that make me grateful to have my own space.

A few months ago, I bought myself a piano/pianola. I think in the USA, they are sometimes referred to as player pianos.  I have started slowly collecting rolls.  I have an Elton John song, Peter Allen and my favourite – “I Say A Little Prayer for You” (Aretha Franklin).  I would like the to get more rolls of 70s onwards.  Eventually when I have more time, I will learn piano.