normal service will be resumed

as soon as plausible....

Off for a few weeks, might not be able to blog in the meantime, if not then have a good time this August folks!

Oh, and its our fifteenth wedding anniversary today, so am spending it doing admin before I leave :-)

Comments

Anonymous said…
Have fun. My prayers go with you. Enjoy your vacation & the move. Happy Wedding Anniversary to you, my condolences to your wife ... ;)
9:58 pm
Dr.John said…
Happy anniversary.
1:52 am
Melli said…
Happy Anniversary!!! Have a GREAT vacation! We will still be here when you return... waiting for vacation tales!
2:28 pm
Naomi said…
Happy Anniversary Alastair to you and Jo. Hope you and your family have a great time in France. Look forward to hearing all about it when you return.
8:53 pm
Bill ~ {The Old Fart} said…
Happy Belated Anniversary Alastair, hope you have a good holidays to France. See you when you return.
1:03 am
Naomi said…
Hi Alastair

Hope you and your family are enjoying your hols. I've just presented you with an award. Follow the link to find out more:-

http://diaryfromengland.blogspot.com/2008/08/blogging-friends-forever.html
10:53 am
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