VE Day

We decorated a conifer bush near to the front door with Union Jack bunting and went to join a local group today to mark the end of the Second World War in Europe. We were, as you would expect, a group of oldies, people in their 80's and 90's with many memories to share. There were stories of family exploits, of fathers coming, or not coming home after the war. There were games to play such as guessing the acronyms written on the envelopes sent home to wives and sweethearts by servicemen overseas. The organisers of the event said that some of the acronyms were too rude for them to use! NORWICH was on the list. (k)Nickers Off Ready When I Get Home. SWALK and HOLLAND were still in use when I was a schoolgirl. It was a gentle, good-humoured event, some great sorrows quietly expressed. The unspoken pity was for all that continues today.

The trifle was VERY good!