Three score and seven, not a particularly meaningful number per se, but another step on the way to either oblivion or immortality (I tend to favour the former.).
Three birthday cards. I expect just one more, from a 74 year old brother, who doesn't always remember, but it's not a big deal. One of the cards yesterday generously contained my only 'gift', a bit of money from a teacher friend in Munich. Very opportune it was too as I can now use it to get Noodles his long-overdue annual check-up, then use the remainder (if any) on more nutrition to continue keeping seven pussies happy, content and satisfied - three or four times a day!.
But shan't neglect myself. As a special treat I'm going to gorge on three fried egg sandwiches! And not only that - as I've been to the pictures the last seven days on the trot, I shall today spoil myself with the luxury of not going.
The most famous 'celebrity' who shares my birthday (actual, rather than anniversary) is Richard Carpenter, half of one time world-renowned singing duo, who in his time has penned a number of high-quality ditties which will last much, much longer than either of us will, even if they've now practically been consigned to easy-listening 'armchair and slippers' music.
Here's a pic taken when I was still 66 - yesterday.
So, let 67 fire at me what it will. Bring it on!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, HONEY! may you have many many more! and if I had your address, I would have sent a card!
ReplyDeleteyou share your birthday with my spouse, who turns 54 on 10/15. he will have a post later on, so pop on over to arteejee.blogspot.com and rejoice! fergie, the dutchess of york, was also born on 10./15. pretty famous company, if I say so!
Thanks SO much, A.M. I say that without any tongue-in-cheek. I really mean it, and your wishes are particularly highly valued.
ReplyDeleteI had actually remembered that your hubby's day coincided with mine and I was hoping that you'd post a comment here so I could ask you to convey my own felicitous greetings in his direction, so please do that for me. Yes, I'll take a gander at his blogspot too.
I've known about Fergie's b/day also, but up to now perhaps it was better not to mention it. However, now the air is abuzz with rumours of a possible re-marriage for her and that stuck-up Andy. So, if she gets re-welcomed into the close Royal circle, maybe I ought to start bragging about what she and I have in common. Who knows, perhaps I'll get an invite to one of her forthcoming extravaganzas at Buck House? She'd be over the moon to be able to spend, spend, spend again. (I'd definitely save a piece of cake for you!)
Happy birthday me old son
ReplyDeleteHave a good one
'Ta' muchly, J.G. Your greetings mean a lot - but did you have to rub it in with the 'old'? Still, it's mitigated by being thought of as your 'son', which has suddenly made me go all gooey. :-)
DeleteHappy Birthday, Ray!!!
ReplyDeleteThank you very much indeed, Tai. When one has so few friends, (In my case none at all 'in the flesh' - apart from my dear pussies), every greeting and wish has extra significance. So I accept yours with great pleasure. Go well, my pal.
DeleteHappy HAPPY Birthday!
ReplyDelete66, and I'm sure 67, too, looks good!
Thank you a great deal, Bob. When you get here I hope you haven't got all the creaky aches, pains and other troubles that are starting to beset me. But, hey, I'm alive!
DeleteAt 66, looking good! Continue looking great at 67!
ReplyDeleteHope that you enjoy your birthday feast and that the pussies will enjoy some extra treats from your birthday windfall.
The happiest of birthdays to you and may your 67th year be the best ever.
PS. Alexander, Arlo and Amber send Big Birthday Hugs!
ReplyDeleteVery happy to receive your greetings and wishes, Paul, which I accept with enormous pleasure.
DeleteI've been to a pet shop to buy the little furry ones something a tiny bit more 'quality-expensive'. The thanks that I've got is that they haven't turned up their little noses - yet.
I do so wish there was some way I could see pics of the 'Three As' not to mention you yourself. I bet they give you every bit as much solace as mine give me, which enriches my life immeasurably. Do please thank Al, Arl & Amb for me - and thanks again to you.
Happy Birthday Ray. Sorry this is late but I have been at work this week.
ReplyDeleteI hope you have had a lovely day so far and some lovely food!
Thanks, Sol. It's never too late.
DeleteSpent a lot of the day doing the rounds of supermarket, doctor, vet, chemist, pet shop, train station.....I think that's the lot. But all is well.
Couldn't be bothered to have anything other than fried egg sarnies - and I'm dog tired now (been up since 3 a.m.) so going to have an early night.
'Speak' to you again soonish.
Many many happy returns!
ReplyDeleteI hope this next year is your best one yet !
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Dir danke ich ganz herzlich, Dr Spo.
DeleteYes, I'll not stop hoping for a darned good year to come, even though it's taking a long time coming - it's bound to arrive eventually.
The best of birthday wishes to you!
ReplyDeleteThanks Walt. Especially welcome to get your wishes since I haven't been evident in commenting on your blogs recently, though I do still follow them. Hope that'll be corrected before too long. All the best, pal.
DeleteHow pleased I am to see that someone else has reached the same bloody age as me! Happy Birthday.
ReplyDeleteMany thanks, C.M. Yes, I always feel comforted to know that there are others of our age group still very much active, even if it's only on the computer keyboard. Your visit here is much appreciated. Best wishes to you.
DeleteHappy belated birthday
ReplyDeleteI'm grateful for that, H.K. Wishes, no matter how belated, are most welcome from ALL quarters. Ta!
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