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How sad it was to see yet another ancient building go up in flames.  I don't know what the cause of the Notre Dame devastation was but it is interesting that when these old buildings are being renovated they catch fire - Glasgow, Windsor Castle.  Of course Trump had to weigh in with his advice.  Is there anything on which he is not an expert?  We can survive Notre Dame and see it renovated but can the world survive even another year of Trump let alone 4 years?

Yesterday I did my duty at the tennis club, cooking and serving lunches to 10 to 12 year old players and their parents and coaches.  It was non-stop for nearly 4 hours and the washing up left my hands looking even more ancient than they normally do.  The professional at the club was helping with the cooking and a young man was helping to serve.  We made a good team but I am glad I don't have to do it the rest of the week.

I heard on British radio that the cuckoo is disappearing.  Well not here it isn't.  It goes on day after day after day at this time of year.

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  1. John B17 April 2019 at 11:37

    Trumps brilliant idea was to dowse Notre Dame from the air; that would have been less than good for the many treasures below You got it wrong again Donald

    Not only the cuckoo that is in difficulty Count your blessings Sue , future generations will only have a recording There is a shortage of caterpillars their main diet

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