Me: Morning Sleepy Face. Time to rise and shine.
Nell: Ever heard the phrase ‘Let sleeping dogs lie’?
Me: Don’t be so grumpy. It’s Monday and the start of a new week.
Nell: I’m aware of that but can the new week start in an hour or so?
Me: No. Fortunately you’re seeing Chloe today and having your injection so you’ll be in a better mood later.
Nell: Will I really? Having an injection isn’t most people’s idea of fun.
Me: It helps with your arthritis and Chloe will give you a lovely massage.
Nell: She makes me walk through water in a box.
Me: She says you often just float if you’re not in the mood.
Nell: That’s what life jackets are for.
Me: Anyway, it all helps and that’s all that matters.
Nell: I suppose so. Is there any particular reason for your brightness?
Me: The sun’s shining and it’s nearly March.
Nell: True.
Me: Spring is on its way. Did you see the daffodils?
Nell: I did.
Me: Yellow is such a cheerful colour.
Nell: Good grief.
Me: It’s your birthday in March.
Nell: I know.
Me: You’ll be 11 on March 14th.
Nell: Thank you for reminding me.
Me: We’re getting old, Nell.
Nell: Right, that’s it. I’m not lying here any longer longer listening to you going on about injections, arthritis and old age.
Me: Are you getting up then?
Nell: I am.
Me: Maybe we could have breakfast together and a lovely chat?
Nell: Seriously?
Me: How about a dippy egg and soldiers and a nice cup of Earl Grey?
Nell: Fine, but no more talk of getting older.
Me: Not even in jest? Remember it’s important to have a twinkle in your wrinkle.
Nell: I can’t believe you just said that.
Me: Sorry.
