Saturday, March 05, 2005

Great day

Today we had what the Americans would probably call "a real fun day". It was a day filled with laughter, possibilities and hope. And even if some of that positivity comes to nothing - which I hope will not be the case - we still had a great day.

First we went to see friends of ours in Bramhall this morning. Their daughter is just over two. We spent the morning discussing furniture for childrens' rooms, prams, decor, schools, food... their little daughter even gave us a tour of her room. It fired our imaginations as far as our own house and our soon-to-arrive child's room is concerned. Then they took us on a quick tour of the area as we're thinking of trying to buy a house round there. It was really helpful. Moving up there would be a stretch but we're going to look seriously at it.

After we left, Hayley and I went into the centre of Bramhall. We bought flowers for Mothers Day tomorrow and a bottle of whisky for me as a treat (Bowmore 15 years old). Then we had lunch in the little cafe at the back of "the house shop". Hayley just kept saying "I like it round here" and smiling a lot. She pointed out that people seemed more friendly. I must admit more people smiled at us. Maybe our happiness was infectious. Maybe it's easier to smile when you are rich!

Tonight we ate veggi chili, watched a soppy romcom (Two Weeks Notice) and curled up on the sofa. A great day.

(It's just a pity United threw away our title hopes by drawing at Crystal Palace.)