Me: Did you realise Dave was playing Cheeky Animals when you were bathing in the sunlight on the sofa?
Nell: Bathing in the sunlight?
Me: At least there is some sunshine today.
Nell: David has to learn that his opponent needs to at least be able to see if he’s sticking his tongue out.
Me: I could see.
Nell: You weren’t playing.
Me: Maybe I was?
Nell: Don’t start. Have you purchased your Christmas presents yet?
Me: We’re not really doing presents this year. I’ve sent a few things off to Germany and Canada for the children and grandchildren.
Nell: I hear they are all coming over in March next year.
Me: Yes, something to look forward to.
Nell: Exactly. The weather will also be warmer and you will be feeling much stronger.
Me: I hope so.
Nell: I know so. What’s your opinion on bread sauce?
Me: I absolutely love it.
Nell: And cranberry sauce?
Me: I love that too.
Nell: What about tomato sauce?
Me: Not on turkey. You can’t put ketchup on that.
Nell: Who mentioned turkey?
Me: I thought that was what we were talking about.
Nell: It’s 16th December and a Friday.
Me: Yes, I know.
Nell: It’s Silly Sandwich Day where we all get to try different combinations. We celebrate it every year.
Me: So what was going with bread sauce?
Nell: Bacon.
Me: I’m not sure about that. Chicken would work.
Nell: It has to be bacon, or veggie bacon if James is visiting.
Me: James Beddall?
Nell: Of course. He’s always talking about vegetarian alternatives. Do keep up.
Me: Is this just a way of getting bacon sandwiches on a week day?
Nell: How dare you suggest such a thing. The mere idea. Look. It’s marked on the calendar.
Me: Yes. Sorry.
