badger79

Not been able to update in a while due to both parents being ill, so I'm running a Sick Bay of my own at the moment, lol.

Got a PS4 for my birthday so deciding what games I'd want to buy and will be my next treat for myself.

Countdown to holiday has begun, it's less than a month away, and I've still got a lot to plan before we go. Hopefully, my Uncle can take my Great-Aunt (as I'm her carer) to his house in the borders to give me a break. Otherwise, I'll have to look into getting respite care for her.

I have decided to join the Space Swap Challenge 2018, it was a last minute decision, but luckily I remembered to sign up before the deadline.

I am exhausted and looking forward to going on holiday in June; hence my countdown has started early although I have three months to go. Especially since I am so over the winter weather (it plays havoc with my sore knees).

I'm generally not a big fan of sport (apart from Rugby), but I've been watching some of the Olympics. Enjoyed watching the figure skating and hockey. Go Team GB! Lol.

My aunt started day care once a week (for 14 weeks), so it gives me some respite during the afternoon.

Haven't been able to watch much TV but did catch Everything Sucks on Netflix it was alright but still prefer Stranger Things.

I think the only one who enjoys the snow in my house is my Border, Collie Sami. She'll play out all day if I let her. Although it is helping me in my quest to lose weight as since I can't drive (due to the roads being terrible here and that the council is bad at getting the roads cleared and gritted) I've been walking a lot more. The downside is that my parents live up the top of a hill and I live in the town centre so to visit them I've got a bit of a climb, lol.

Ordered Jurassic World for my 2ds as I've finished Indiana Jones and moved onto Harry Potter (currently, all Lego games as I've got a slight obsession, lol.)

Call the Midwife finally starts on Sunday so that's something to look forward too and thanks to Netflix we get Star Trek Discovery on Monday.

My parents have reverted to their childhood as both are currently building Lego projects (Mum is building the Disney Castle from the Magic Kingdom, and Dad is working on the Kwik E Mart from the Simpsons). I've joked with my sister that theirs will be the first divorce in history to have Lego as their reason for separating.

Also, Space Swap is accepting Nominations from the end of the month so that might be my first fanfic challenge of the year.

https://space-swap.dreamwidth.org/

So yesterday I found out that Netflix UK added Season 3 of Scorpion on its website, so I logged on only to discover they've only added up to episode 20 so no idea when they are planning on adding the other 5 (which for Waige and Quntis fans are the best episodes of season 3). Luckily I have the DVD but come on if you announce adding a season you should make sure all of the episodes are online.

Sisters birthday went OK, have a day trip to see the Kelpies at Falkirk then some shopping before having lunch at our local carvery the Sweet Chestnut.

Don't know what's happening for Halloween yet but will keep you up to date, lol.

I have just realised that I've not been posting here for a while so just checking in to let folks know I'm still here just been really busy.

I'm a carer for my elderly aunt, and I've been trying to arrange additional support for her. We've now got a lovely NHS Support Worker who is going to start taking my aunt out during the day, twice a week which will give me some free time and a chance to recharge my batteries, lol. Also hoping to get her on a waiting list for Sheltered Housing where there would be a Warden nearby in case she needs help. Moving into one would be perfect for night time as her next door neighbour is moving home and she is feeling vulnerable at the moment (although the area where she lives is quiet and the other neighbours are friendly and helpful). Also trying to get her to go to the local Social Club as she has indicated that she is feeling a bit lonely and wants to be around people her own age (she's 96).

I'm looking forward to the end of September/beginning of October as most of the shows I like to watch will be re-starting around that time. Although the summer lull has given me the chance to catch up on other shows, lol.

Sami is now fully recovered from her injury and is loving the new ball I gave her to play on the field with. Hopefully, the weather will stay mild so we can continue to go to the area as it can become like a swamp really quickly.

The good news is Sami is almost healed from her small cut on her paw; it's healing nicely so less worrying for me, lol. Sami will look forward to going back on long walks and getting to play football in the field.

My mum has an ear infection so having to shout at both her and my aunt (who won't wear her hearing aid) has given me a sore throat.

Celebrated my boyfriend Cameron's birthday with a nice dinner and walked down the local park afterwards. My parent's wedding anniversary is this weekend (39 years). My aunt turns 96 on the 10th August so four more years until the Queens telegram.

About to start my writing for two exchanges due the end of the month/beginning of September.

Almost caught up on Season 2 of Scorpion (episode 18) and starting to re-watch some old favourites such as Red Dwarf, Still Game and Chewin' the Fat.

Happy Birthday to badfalcon

It's been a quiet week for me and slowly catching up on Scorpion (season 2 episode 8).

Saw the trailer for the new Star Trek Discovery tv show and will probably watch it on Netflix when it comes out. Also watched the trailer for Orville and that reminded me of Galaxy Quest so will also give that a try.

Luckily we've had a bit of rain over here, so it's not been so hot lately which makes it easier to sleep at night. Sami is glad as I've had to open my bedroom window at night to cool the room down for her.

Had to help my sister with her CV today as I'm the typist in the family, lol.

Bought the Coldplay album - Ghost Stories and the new Star Wars film - Rogue One for my boyfriends birthday on Saturday.

Thanks to my dad I now have a new show and ship - Scorpion (Walter/Paige & Happy/Toby}. Thanks to Netflix I can watch the first two seasons but will have to wait for season 3.

Finished up my fic entry for Not For Prime Time, not started on Rare Pairs yet but hope to start this week. Another exchange has caught my eye - GenExchange so might sign up for that.

My aunt hasn't been feeling well the past couple of weeks which is why I've not been able to post recently. However she seems to be over the worst of the bug, so hopefully, things will get back to normal, lol.

Recently our town had it's local children's gala where all the local primary school children march down the high street (under their school banners) to Pittencrieff Park (AKA the Glen) which they have a picnic and play games. I just found out it is apparently the oldest in Scotland. It's nice to see the children carrying on the tradition, and I've fond memories of taking part myself.

I want to wish all the Father's out there a Happy Father's Day. My father was quite spoilt today, lol. Took him out for lunch, then a lovely drive down the coastal road around West Fife.

It was also the first time I had been under the Forth Rail Bridge, which was a beautiful sight.