The ^>v Game.

^ I would try to paint a picture that would encourage love, kindness and compassion.

> Thinking of our responsibility, for it appears that we are the custodians of planet Earth

v People have a limited life span so does it make sense to focus one's energy on acquiring wealth and possessions?

^ it depends on definition of wealth.. A wealth of knowledge is good. And happiness.. Money should never be worshipped.. Spent wisely it can create cheer.

> watching Elizabeth the golden age

v how much did you pay for your school meals ?

^ I had school dinner tickets (free meals) worth 60p when I was 11 years old. could buy a lot with that!

>  Preparing for a busy week, work and otherwise.  Fingers crossed.

v What is your favourite fairground ride and why?

^ I like the dodgems. I love the smell of the electrical sparks. And it was the first fairground ride hubby and I went on together. Forgive me if they no longer exist. I am officially old 

> watching a film with a glass of white

v have you ever been chased by animal?

^ had a dog run after me and grab my ankle when young.. Not pleasant..

> watching Dr. Who.. Not an avid fan

v will the current rise in postal stamps deter you from posting cards, letters and encourage you to send electronic mail more ?

^ I still send a lot by traditional post. I love writing letters and cards. Romantic at heart ?

> finishing watching a film with a glass of or two

v what was best ever date 

^ I go on mates dates with friends cos my Hubby is the most anti-social man on the planet and I can't take him anywhere. Usually a theatre show followed by dinner and beers. That sort of thing. I love them. 

> Watching The Chase. 

v If you could choose between being super brainy or super popular, which would you choose? 

^ super brainy. I would get bored of being popular I think 

> about to go for a swift drink with hubby

v biology, physics or chemistry - fave subject 

^ Chemistry because you can make exciting reactions happen! ?

> In the pub. 

v Do you have a local where everyone knows your name and it's like family? 

^ yes. And one where they ask where we have been if they don’t see us. I have adopted several of the bar staff ?

> in said establishment 

v favourite beer (or alternative if you don’t drink beer)

, ^  mot a beer drinker.. Non alcohol tea. Alcohol jack rabbit rose wine

> watching old movie

v do you think mobile phones have caused more deception ?

^ I can say without exception there is much improved reception but alas there are exceptions when transmissions are deceptions. 

> Gazing out of my 12th floor kitchen window at the cloudy sky, the city lights and the darkness of the river.

v What does the expression "If nothing changes, nothing changes" mean to you and your recovery?

^ It means if you always do what you always did then you'll always get what you always got. 

> Lying in my bed waiting for breakfast. 

v Last compliment you gave? 

^last compliment I gave was yesterday to my friend who is having chemo and was wearing a lovely wig.

> sat in bed reading diaries and feeling generally laid back

v do you always have breakfast ?

^ There is no better way to start the day than having a bowl of porridge.

> Enjoying an apple and banana with a mug of Mocha.

v Do you think it is best to make long term plans or simply live one day at a time or is it possible to do both?