Final farewell

Today Ben and Tom and I scattered Dick's ashes on Canada Common in West Wellow.  It was a beautiful sunny day and we kept it very personal and very laid back.  The three of us (and Monty!) took a walk over the Common and talked about Dick and his brothers and sister.  We looked at the house which used to belong to his grandparents and we imagined them having a wonderful time running free on the Common when they visited their grandparents.

Choosing a spot was difficult.  There were so many lovely places to choose from but we wanted something to be a landmark in case we wanted to return to the spot, so this is where we chose.

It was lovely spending time together with Ben and Tom.  As they are both planning their futures, I am aware that these moments will become rarer and even more precious.  We took several photos - Tom was the main photographer and this photo of Ben with Monty and I is one which I really like.

It isn't that flattering of me - truly it is the jumper not me!!! - but I love the fact that we are doing something very special to us all and sharing the moment.

(And doesn't Monty look well too!)

Of course we had a lovely lunch at the Rockingham afterwards.  I am back trying to lose weight again with Slimming World.  It never ceases does it!  But a lovely plate of roast pork went down a treat before we headed off back to Winchester, the final duty done!

Comments

[Jules]

So glad you had a good day, not just that the weather held but that you all got to spend some time together. It looks a lovely spot that you chose Sally, and I'm glad you were all able to do this together before the boys lives take off.

As for the weight, you're right - it never ends!!!!!

[Sue E]

I am so pleased that the sun shone for you all yesterday on such a momentous day. What a beautiful spot you chose and lovely for you all to be together. How regal Monty looks in the photo too.

Much love, sue x

[Sarah]

Lovely photos Sally and so glad you had a lovely day.

Love Sarah xx

[Bubbleblitt]

I was thinking of you and your boys yesterday Sally and I am so pleased to hear that you had a good day-what a beautiful spot and lovely photo of you with Ben and Monty.
Good luck to Ben for his interview, love, Beverley/Bubbleblitt xx

[Jane]

So glad you had a good day Sally and that the sun shone for you all. The photos are lovely and Montly looks mighty fine.

As for Slimming World, think I am heading back there too.......

Jane x

[Lindy]

Lovely photos of you all with Monty posing for the camera! The spot where you scattered Dick's ashes looks wonderful and serene but I bet it can get wild in stormy weather.

[yellowbanana]

Thought about you all and wondered which day you would choose. Despite your comments you look fab but even better was the boy at your side and the one taking photos. A landmark day for you all.