F or the almost 20 years that she lived in Mexico, one of my late mother's Irish friends frequently mentioned having a "No Day." A day with no social obligations, chores, tasks, or other work that interfered with whatever personal interests took one's fancy on the day in question. Since today -- a gray and chilly Saturday -- is Mom's birthday, the Grand Duchess is out with friends, and the Young Master is ensconced on the sofa in the TV room with a cold, yours truly is taking his own such No Day. I think Mom would approve of my decision to make the world go away, as the old Eddie Arnold song intoned, even if only for a little while. So, I will spend Saturday afternoon focused on that first squadron and small regimental staff of Eureka Saxon cuirassiers. These have stood waiting untouched over on the painting table for almost three weeks while we skied and otherwise gadded about with snowy, winter outdoor activities. I hope to share a painting update Sunday a
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Many best wishes for a Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours. This is one of the best of holidays designed for a time where familial relations can be enjoyed. Amongst many other things I give thanks for the pleasure attached to reading your blog.
Have a wonderful day.
Gerardus Magnus
Archbishop Emeritus
Best wishes
Simon
Have fun in the warm embrace of hearth and home, friends and family.
Best wishes, Jeremy