August
Teresa
saw both doctor and optician about her eye problem, but neither offered a
diagnosis, and she has been referred to a specialist at
Then
towards the end of the month, she had other symptoms, which meant a return to
the doctor, who diagnosed liver problems and further tests to be arranged at
the hospital.
Juliet
had two more riding courses. They
usually finish off with informal gymkhana and jumping competitions. Although she hasn’t actually won any of
these, she now has a number of rosettes, plus, on one of the courses, the prize
for most helpful course member.
In a new
departure this year, Juliet also went on a music course in Calne, near
Chippenham, which specialised in chamber music.
Jay felt a bit out of place, since most of the others were older, had
higher grades and were from Wales, but she enjoyed the music and it was good
for her playing.
Helen was
home for a few days, and we found a couple of local churches to for her to
visit – at Stanway and Stanton. Roger
forgot to take the camera this time, so was unable to record the beauty and
tranquillity of these two little villages.
[But he did later in the year – see Stanway and Stanton]
Roger
continued to enjoy his bowls, and played in half a dozen more matches,
gradually getting more used to the game and the atmosphere.
