My journals from 1984 until now
Monday 22nd of November 1999 You are officially walking now! It’s so funny though, you walk like a chimpanzee, rocking from side to side, with your hands up in the air. Had some problems with the car. It has no heater so I asked Andy (he is a mechanic who works at the little garage … Read more
Saturday 13th of November 1999 You are 11 months old today! I can’t believe it. To make it more amazing you are getting very good at walking. You have nearly walked all the way across the room (lengthways) a few times. You stand on your own, while drinking your bottle, or ‘reading’ your little books. … Read more
Saturday 30th October 1999 I was ringing around insurance companies on Monday, as Mark (your dad’s friend who lives in Manchester) had a car to sell: Ford Orion H reg, with alloy wheels, for £800. I phoned about 20 companies and the quotes ranged from £710 to £480 pounds. The fact that the car had … Read more
Saturday 23rd October 1999 I had an interesting week. I had my driving test booked for yesterday and was supposed to have my last lesson on Thursday afternoon with Gerry. On Tuesday Helen (from BSM) phoned me to say that Gerry was in hospital and would not be able to take me for my last … Read more
Thursday 21st of October 1999 I PASSED MY DRIVING TEST!!!! Third time lucky! I had to go with a different instructor as Gerry was ill, but I still passed. So happy!