12.30.06
My Family
I took this picture today, 1st January 2007, with Bill’s new webcam.
I am very lucky – I have a brilliant family.
My husband, Bill. I could write a book about him. In fact, I have the title already. “I married a six year old schizophrenic”. He comprises of several different people, all aged six. He is an avid Sunderland fan, plays the guitar and sings at the hint of a request, and loves being the centre of attention. He is the life and soul of any party, and I haven’t stopped laughing since we met, usually at his expense, because his jokes are really bad!!
My daughter
Joanna, is 23, and in her last year at university in Derby studying Shiatsu. She is already a qualified Yoga teacher.
Jo plays the guitar and has a fabulous singing voice. She is very talented, capable, extremely funny, something of an eco warrior, and beautiful. That is not just me being biased, by the way – ask Bill.
My son.
My son, Chris, seen here with his gorgeous fiancee, also called Jo. Chris is 31, and teaches Sports Science at our Grammar School. He is full of energy and enthusiasm for just about everything he does, and I frequently get told that he is an excellent teacher by parents of his pupils. He is extremely happy at the moment having recently become engaged, and he and Jo have just bought themselves a house. Exciting times for them.
My Stepson
This is Bill’s son, David, with his beautiful girlfriend, Mags. David and Mags live in London, and we stayed with them recently when we all went to see a Ralph McTell concert. We had a brilliant time with them. They are great fun, and cliched though it may be, they do seem to be made for each other. We are looking forward to them coming to visit us soon at Kerlan, in February.
My brother.
This is my brother, Ian and his lovely girlfriend Sally. Bill and I spend a lot of time with Ian and Sally, they are really good company and we laugh a lot together. Ian and I have a great relationship, because over the years we have always been there for each other if needed, but never judged or interfered. I call him “Bro” and he calls me “Sis”. I love my Bro.
My Mum
My Mum is called Joan. I call her “Momma”. She lives in Spain, but she visits Guernsey regularly, as she has a flat, which is part of my brother’s house. Momma will be 75 in January 2007, and we are planning a special day for her. She is coming to Guernsey for a few days so that she can celebrate with family and friends. Momma is a very independent lady. She travels all over the place, and is the hostess with the mostest. As a Mum, she taught me a lot, and I am looking forward to giving her a big hug on her birthday.
My Dad
This picture was taken in 1996. My Dad died in 1997. I always remember him as being full of fun. He was very outgoing and made friends easily. He was very clever, very easy going, and everyone liked him. I miss him.
A few more pics ….
Jo, Ian ,Sally and Momma at the party the night before Bill and I got married (and Dennis cooking in the background!)
Jo and Chris, at our wedding.
