I met up with a few old school friends on Saturday evening. It was nice to catch up with them.
Pizza Da Mario’s in Stamford afterwards was a real treat. The food was lovely.
To end the evening, it was over to the George Hotel for a pot of tea before going home.
It was a pleasant evening.
F x
I had a very lovely walk around Ketton today. It is such a pretty village.
I stopped at the local shop to pick up a new SD card.
Oh no! I did a stupid thing! I went to check the oil in my car, then I went to get some petrol, however I forgot to screw the oil cap back on! It fell out somewhere as i was driving along. So now I can’t drive my car as there will be oil spillage. 😑
On the off chance I phoned a car firm, just up the road from me, #CarZone and I spoke to a very nice gentleman who managed to phone someone who has an oil cap for the same model as my car. I can’t believe I did such a stupd thing. There are Knights in Shining Armour out there. There really are. 😕
I’m so stupid sometimes, but at least I thought to check the oil in my car. #StressfulDay
This week I celebrated my birthday. I am another year older. 🙂
My thanks to everyone for the lovely gifts. I am still celebrating, right through to Sunday. A week long birthday celebration. Who can ask for anything more.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Happy birthday to me. 🫠
Q. How do you survive what’s going on in the world SmileyRose? It’s all doom and gloom right now.
A. I have my faith. I believe that having faith can lead to new hopes.
When we approach things with an honest heart and true purpose, amazing things can happen, even if the results aren’t always flawless. Good intentions may not promise immediate success or universal approval, but they carry a deep power. They nurture our spirit and pave the way for genuine, heartfelt connections with others. Being truthful about our intentions opens the door to growth and self-discovery, as it encourages us to reflect, learn, and adjust. It’s in these moments of sincerity that we truly find ourselves and build relationships rooted in trust and authenticity.
Q. Do you believe that God created the entire universe SmileyRose?
A. I believe in God. I believe everyone has their own interpretation of God, and yes, I believe that God was the creator of the universe and all mankind. Our world was created, and so life began. He left it up to us to make this a better world by providing us with intelligence.
God basically left it up to us to make this world a better place, for our children and then our children’s, children, etc.
Our future depends on us.
Gods teaching was a guideline, a little like a book of instructions. We call it the Bible.
You may have noticed a period of reduced activity recently, by me, due to health reasons. Fortunately, I have been receiving excellent care from skilled medical professionals, which is supporting my recovery. My thanks go to them.
There comes a time when you realise that your own health is important and you need some good advice from the people who know best.
I do not think I have ever spent so long at home, not going anywhere and just trying to be well again.
Frances R A Napper
The meerkat is a small mongoose found in southern Africa. They have a broad head, large eyes, a pointed snout, long legs, a thin tapering tail, and a brindled coat. They are very small and cute. I have photographed them on a number of occasions. Particularly when I visited the Sawtry Zoo.
Q. What is your biggest pet peeve/hate SmileyRose?
A. I am particularly bothered by individuals who are dishonest and who use my photographs to impersonate me. This behaviour has caused significant upset and led to the end of a relationship, especially when they have used images of me with other men, or using photographs of my location and combining them with their own images alongside mine is not only a personal annoyance but has also caused significant distress, as it creates the impression that I am on holiday with someone else.
These individuals should be held accountable for the extent of the harm they have caused.
F x
SmileyRose Ramblings by
Frances Rose Agnes Napper (She/Her) 