Wednesday 20 June 2012

Family

I took the kids and Misty Moo to Hunstanton on Sunday.

My parents moved there about 8 years ago and we go and visit whenever we can. It is always a treat to get down to the beach, have a paddle or throw some stones but we prefer the old beach where dogs are allowed all year round and the noise of the fair and arcades is hidden round the cliffs.

On the way there, the Big One asked me why Grandma never comes to the beach with us. I asked if he had forgotten that she used to, before the effort was too much for her, before her heart restricted what she could do. He didn't remember. For the majority of his memory she has been ill, unable to do anything more physical than a walk around the supermarket, or some light hoovering. She has been missing the glorious seaside that is half a mile from her front door.

But last November she had a double by-pass operation which has meant she can do more. Gradually and slowly she has made progress and can now go on short walks.

So she came with us on Sunday.

paddling

Joining in with Sticky Finger's prompt for the Gallery.



17 comments:

  1. Good news, I bet she feels a sense of achievement.

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    1. And I was so busy reading I forgot the photo! DOH! Lovely sense of perspective. Nice one.

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  2. Fab, lovely to hear that Grandma could join you.
    Beautiful photo x.

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  3. A really beautiful photo. The light is perfect. I hope Grandma is ok

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  4. I love this photo- it looks so natural :) Glad she was able to come along, I imagine the kids were thrilled?

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  5. How lovely and what a fantastic photo x

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  6. That's so lovely! Lovely photo and really lovely that she made it to the beach with you. The stuff great memories are made of!

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  7. That's a great picture, it will become a treasured possession in the years to come, I'm sure you're happy to have had your mum in it also.

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  8. How lovely! I hope she continues to do well.

    Herding Cats

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  9. That's so nice, great that she made it to the beach and a wonderful photo x

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  10. What a beautiful picture and what a lovely treat for the kids...

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  11. That's lovely news. Did she enjoy herself?

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  12. Great picture. I always love shots of grandparents with their grandchildren. Lovely for your Grandma too!

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  13. Aww my goodness such a lovely post I actually have tears in my eyes now after reading the happy ending. How wonderful that Grandma was able to make it out on your walk to the beach and I adore your photo xx

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  14. brought a tear to my eye - amazing photo.

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  15. They look like they are just soaking it all in. Lovely.

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  16. That's a lovely photo - it seems so 'soft' and peaceful

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