Nell: David and Faye seem to have bonded with each other this visit.
Me: Faye says they’re Best Friends Forever.
Nell: And what about David?
Me: He’s extremely protective of her. Darling Big Brave Beautiful Boy.
Nell: Which is just as it should be. Everyone should have a Labrador protector in their lives.
Me: You’re mine.
Nell: I am.
Me: They’re always playing together.
Nell: Good to hear.
Me: They watch the Bus Stop and share food.
Nell: I knew food would come into it.
Me: Only safe food. Faye knows dogs can’t eat everything.
Nell: Well, I think their friendship is lovely to see.
Me: So do I.
Nell: And how are you? I know it’s only two more sleeps until they go back to Germany.
Me: I’m trying not to think about it.
Nell: A wise decision.
Me: Faye asked if we could persuade our next door neighbours to leave so they could move in there.
Nell: And Jonathan Sky? He’s going to miss you all, too.
Me: He is. But life must go on and he is off on a biking and camping trip with his father next week so he has lots of things to look forward to.
Nell: That’s good to hear. So, what are your plans today?
Me: We’re going into Kingsbridge to buy some fresh fish.
Nell: Again?
Me: You can never have enough fish. Ask Poppy.
Nell: If you say so.
Me: And this afternoon we’re off to the beach.
Nell: Don’t forget your hat and your sunscreen.
Me: I won’t.
Nell: And don’t swim out too far.
Me: I’m always careful, Nell. I grew up by the sea.
Nell: Enjoy every moment. You’ll miss them but you’re making memories that’ll stay with you long after they’ve gone home.
Me: Yes. Sorry.
