Family get together

We missed Carol and Bee but got the nephew, nieces and puppies together. Marley is still a beast but Juno’s not scared of him anymore. Unfortunately Gi can’t have him off the lead as he jumps up at people and he’s a very large dog. I am glad Juno is petite, and is doing well with most of her training, although walking on a lead is still a nightmare. We shall persevere.

Driving home I heard the dreadful news from Lebanon. I love Beirut and have lots of friends there. Some posted updates on Facebook so we knew they were safe. I heard from Oxfam colleagues that all our team there are alive but some injured, some bereaved, and many lost their homes. I couldn’t track down Emma and Ulrich, though, who have an apartment overlooking the port. Emma only went back 2 weeks ago with the 2 and 4 year olds. I am really worried about them .