Me: It was lovely to be back by the river. Harriet had a fabulous time.
Nell: She did.
Me: Was the water cold?
Nell: Not particularly, but it was lively.
Me: What does that mean?
Nell: On its way to somewhere else.
Me: Like Harriet? Always looking for the next adventure?
Nell: Yes.
Me: My Big Brave Beautiful Boy just wanted a long drink and a swim.
Nell: He went in a little too far for my liking.
Me: He has to, Nell. He’s a big lad.
Nell: David is not a lad. He’s a pedigree Labrador.
Me: It was good to see you joining in.
Nell: Yes, after all that ‘Getting The House Ready For Viewings Again‘ nonsense, I felt the need for a gentle paddle.
Me: You didn’t do any ‘Getting Ready’.
Nell: I was forced off my Yellow Chair.
Me: It needed cleaning.
Nell: A little Labrador hair never hurt anyone.
Me: Alice and the children are safely back in Germany with Andre, by the way.
Nell: She must be exhausted.
Me: She is. She wanted me to say a big thank you to everyone for their support and advice. It meant a lot.
Nell: I hope British Airways give her the compensation she deserves.
Me: So do I. It was truly outrageous.
Nell: Have we had any feedback from yesterday’s viewing?
Me: Not yet.
Nell: I shall be glad when all this is sorted. I seem to have had crossed paws for months.
Me: I know what you mean. It’s all very unsettling.
Nell: I fancy a nice cup of Earl Grey and one of Herr Hoffmann’s biscuits. It’s exactly what’s needed on a rainy day like today. Care to join me?
Me: I’d love to, but I’m afraid we’ve run out of biscuits again. Sorry.
