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Here we go

Dear Reader

 As the old song goes, All my bags are packed and I'm ready to go. 

 Well, nearly. There are a few last minute jobs to go.

 Christmas has been sung. Through this blessed season we have been overwhelmed with the love and support shown to us by the Cathedral community, our families and our friends. Thank you.

 I have cleaned the fridge, washed the sheets, changed the beds and descaled the coffee machine in readiness for the house sitters. 

 My house looks like a departure lounge, with the Robes and Music Cases as well as my own. They are in order, Amadeus, Bruckner, Byrd, Darke, Howells, Orlovich and Sculthorpe. Named by their occupants. 

 In a little over seven hours, it will be off to the airport.

 Dear Reader, please forgive any errors I make in my foray back into the world of blogging. It has been nearly four years since last I wrote regularly. Leave us a comment, tell us what is happening back at home, give us your weather reports. All of this is important to us. 

 Think of us, pray for us. We really appreciate it.

 Much love,

Cxxx

Comments

  1. Christine BealDecember 25, 2014 at 6:14 PM

    I'm just checking that I can use my iPad to manage the blog as well.

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  2. UnknownDecember 25, 2014 at 11:06 PM

    Have fun Blister xx

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  3. UnknownDecember 26, 2014 at 1:04 AM

    Off you go! We'll keep everyone on St Peter's Cathedral Face Book page informed about where you are and where you're singing.

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  4. UnknownDecember 27, 2014 at 12:35 PM

    Looking forward to seeing you on the 5th!! Aaron and Eloise x

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