I saw Harry for lunch today while L was visiting his mum. She's still sober, and she got a promotion recently, so we were semi-celebrating. Which isn't to say we managed not to piss each other off at all, because we didn't, but even so, it was nice.
She said she'd like Sherlock to stay with her overnight some time. If he wants to and his mum is all right with it, I think I would be too, at this point. It's funny, thinking about the two of them, Harry wasn't that different from him as a kid. Maybe more socially aware, less sure of herself, but I remember her being absolutely enraged when people (mostly our parents) told her the truth was inappropriate, just the way Sherlock is. I wonder if we might've got along better if she weren't my sister
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Neither Out Far Nor In Deep
Robert Frost
The people along the sand
All turn and look one way.
They turn their back on the land.
They look at the sea all day.
As long as it takes to pass
A ship keeps raising its hull;
The wetter ground like glass
Reflects a standing gull
The land may vary more;
But wherever the truth may be--
The water comes ashore,
And the people look at the sea.
They cannot look out far.
They cannot look in deep.
Btu when was that ever a bar
To any watch they keep?
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I'm trying to imagine the amount of chaos that could be caused there.... and then remembering I'll be well out of it :)
Exactly!
crazy 'auntie harry' time ;-)
I remember the days when I was the crazy aunt not the sensible parent!
It's fun being an aunt, whether crazy or cool... ;)
Harry may want to try having a "date" with Sherlock first before they go for a sleepover. Or have they done that? And I'm with both of them. The truth is better. Just sometimes you have to know when to tell it.
rsf
I am the crazy aunt, it's good fun!
Lancs. Anon
I love that poem John. Thanks for doing a Frost poem on my birthday. It's like you did it on purpose or something. I feel like I know exactly the pace he's talking about though I suppose there'd be a plaque or something if he was actually at my spot. But there is a place I go for sunsets and I like to walk out a bit if it's low tide and then look back and watch the people watching the sea.
happy birthday Kholly :-)
Kholly - happy birthday. :) It might be the same place - maybe there's no plaque because he never told anyone. That sort of place is special.
Happy birthday, Kholly! I hope it was a special day for you!
Happy Birthday Kholly! Hope it was a good one!
Happy Birthday KHolly. Hope it was a good one.
Happy Birthday, KHolly! I hope there was cake! (Or not-cake, if you prefer not-cake...)
rsf
Thanks everyone.
There was a fabulous berries and cream crepe at this cafe that just opened around the corner from my flat. For me that's way better than a cake. And a great addition to the neighborhood. Or maybe not. I'll have to start running with the dog instead of walking her now.
Belatedly, Happy Birthday KHolly!
hey doc do you have a second to give me some ill child related advice? don't worry if you're busy but is there anything but meds and stripping clothes off I can do to bring a tiny person's temp down?
I hope you're having a good day :-)
Just the standard advice - rest and fluids, and obviously a trip to the doctor if you're worried. I'm sorry one of your little ones is ill.
Thanks John, I'm sure she'll be fine :-)
I hope your nice day is being very nice :-)
Hope your wee one recovers quickly, AnonyBob.
Thanks Greg :-)
Sorry to hear your little is under the weather, Anony--I hope she feels better soon!
John, can we all go ice skating again when we're in London? Shall I ask Mycroft which rinks are the best ones?
Mum says you might need to book the tickets early if we want to go to an outdoor Christmas one.
Sure we can, sounds nice. You and Mycroft decide where, and I'll get tickets if we need them. Do you care which day we go?
Thank you!
I'll call Mycroft and ask him.
xoxox
we can only go skating if John promises to kiss my bum better after I fall over ;)
I will kiss whatever part of you you'd prefer.
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