Wednesday's Expeditions Episode 1 Cullintra House

Wednesday’s Expeditions

Episode 1
August 2nd2006
Cullintra House


T'was a grand evening we had last night at Patricia's, much less lively than last Wednesday with all the row and ruction going on. I'm not sure I was able to explain exactly how that happened or not, but t'was an innocent incident entirely. Who would have thought that little man would fly off his feet when I gave him a happy shove after a risqué joke. Off he flew and you know the rest. Although I love the attention of the older gentlemen, I must keep all options open because some of them have money.
~~Bridget

Once again, an interesting blend of people at Patricia's. But I wish Vickie wouldn't have started making passes at that nice woman's husband at dinner. And right in front of the nice woman. Their romantic escape wasn't all it was cracked up to be. They (Vickie and the nice man) just couldn't keep their hands off each other. Of course, the kicker was when the wife became hysterical; throwing every course of food that Patricia brought out. Poor Vickie. When the woman finished Vickie off with the chocolate mousse I thought I'd seen it all. But no - I had seen it all when the husband started licking the mousse off of Vickie's face. Vickie - what was his name? And where is he from and does he have friends? I hope you can get the plum sauce out of your hair before this evening. What time are we leaving? I could use a good walk. Oh did I mention that the cat's tail caught fire at dinner last at Patricia's? Yes, well, it did. Quite a sight.
~~Maggie

I am amazed at how calmly Vickie took that barrage of food coming her way. I thought for sure she would lose her cool after the plate of veggies hit her in the back of the head! She just has such a way with those old men!! It's the twinkle in her eyes and the way her feet start tapping that sets those old men’s' minds to work. Then when Shirley "accidentally" tipped over that lady's chair....what a hoot! Soup all down the front of her. That's what set the cat off I think. Poor critter didn't know which way to turn for safety so ended up with a tail too close to the fire.....truth be told....that's what started that whole episode...a "tail" too close to the "fire."

I'm just glad I was able to get Vickie out to the conservatory and sit us both down with a bottle of wine. Whew! Now...correct me if I am wrong...but didn't Linda happen to slip out through the kitchen with that wonderfully mysterious man, whist all this was going on? Has anyone seen her yet today? I want to know the details there!!

Do you suppose Patricia will EVER let us come back there again? I know that carpet in the diningroom is ruined.
~~Finola


Yes, and leave it to Shirley to cover your back when the times get tough. But what a waste of a good hollandaise sauce.
~~Maggie

I was so excited to be escorted to that table by Patricia, she so loves to spread us about. Imagine this small town girl eating dinner with his lordship and ladyship from the north. We were having such a lovely chat, and I was in such awe. It did seem odd that his wife was so cool and didn't talk all that much, he and I laughed so much my stomach is still sore. All of a sudden it seemed to change when he put his hand on my thigh and was stroking me in such a splendid way I couldn't move. Then I could see Char coming out from under the table with a wink and her napkin. It all went downhill from there. Now, I'm not accusing our Charlotte of anything, but, well I need not say more. I certainly tried my best to stay in control, but when his wife threw that plate at my head just as Patricia came through the door with the mousse and that crazed woman grabbed it from her and threw that as well, I knew it was time to skidattle. Then his lordship started licking my...well I'm sure you saw where that was, he just didn't want that delicious mousse to go to waste that's all. I'm afraid it will be our last dinner at Patricia's, unless we can come up with some kind of explanation.
~~Bridget

Thanks for clearing up exactly how that fracas happened at Patricia Cantlon's! And here I was thinking some of the hullabaloo might have been our fault! Simple misunderstanding! I'm sure she will welcome us back again! Sure, now, wasn't it his lordship that caused it all.
~~Claire

Well, wouldn't you know it. Our Charlotte - Sweet sweet Charlotte. I really think Patricia enjoys those kinds of "events" at her dinners. Just don't try to put the wrong candles in the wrong holders. Everything else is a "go"!. I will check with Patricia and see if she will have us back again this week. Is everyone agreeable to that?
~~Maggie


Linda seems to think that going back to Patricia's this week is waaaaay to soon. I guess we need to give her a rest. OK, so we need another idea. What say you sisters? I have been giving it some thought and have come up empty. But I have really come to love our Wed. nights as well as Thurs.
~~Maggie

Notes on Creegh Episode 3

Notes From Creegh
Episode 3
August 3, 2006


As your self-appointed weather girl, I have decided to add another feature, well actually a day, to my report. It seems that we have grown to expect more of our week in Creegh and are now doing some amount of celebrating on Wed. in addition to Holy Thurs. So, my weather report will give the Wed. forecast as well. I hope you find this useful.

Wed. Mostly clear skies. High 66F, humidity 55%. Winds NNW at 10 to 15 mph. 20% chance of rain.
Thurs. will be cloudy skies. High 68F and low 52F. Winds NW at 10 to 15 mph. 20% chance of rain.

Now I find these temps to be just perfect. In fact, I could use them a bit cooler. Ya know, cloak weather.

Please let me know if there is something else you would like to see on the weekly weather report. I'm sure I could work it in.
~~Maggie

What time are we leaving today, we should walk there I think, and get a ride home from one of the locals.
~~Bridget

I think the weather sounds splendid. A light shawl will be just the thing. But, Patricia...I, too, long for the time when we can all wear our cloaks!!! Won't we be the talk of the town?

I will be looking especially good tonight when we go out. I get my hair cut today. So....sorry if I steal more than my share of glances this evening, but that happens sometimes! Patricia has been getting alot of attention lately with her weight loss, so I think it's my turn!!!
~~Finola

I was beginning to feel a little conspicuous with all of the attention I was getting. It will be nice to get a bit of a rest from it. Thank you dear Charlotte. Where will we be goin' this evenin'?
~~Maggie

Victoria seems to be able to find the most delightful little places to visit so I think she should again, be our guide. Truth be told....then I don't have to think about anything more than all the fun we will be having.

Dearest Patricia....I hate to be the bearer of unsettling news...but you have not, I repeat have NOT been the center of ALL the attention. If I am not mistaken, our own Linda has been gleaning a fair amount also. And then Victoria seems to catch the eye of all those old gents. And I won't forget that Shirley seems to start out the evenings so quietly, surveying the crowd and then making her move. So glad there is always enough to go around!!!

I am wearing jeans and some top that is full of bright colors for this evenings wanderings. Will find a scarf that matches, of course. I am ready to go anytime now for our evening out. I like the idea of walking there and riding home with "someone."
~~Finola

Perhaps the others are getting their share of attention. I haven't noticed. Enjoying my own little world. So many men, so little time. Of course when you narrow it down to men with good teeth, we don't seen to need so much time.
~~Maggie

Well...didn't we have just the grandest of times last night? I never knew we could get so many people out dancing at one time at Walsh's. Makes me glad they had not started the fire last evening! Even Vickie was shedding clothes like there was no tomorrow. I hope she managed to get all those layers back on in proper order. The green scarf was the perfect one for the evening. I did have to mention to Shirley, when she snuck back in after the break, that her top was inside out. Wonder HOW that happened? Care to share details with us, Shirley?

I have soaked my feet once already today......now if I could just wake up this nice gentleman that escorted me home, I would make him rub them for me.....my feet, ladies...rub my feet!!! Well, for starters anyway.
~~Finola

I can explain Shirley's shirt, she must have just been cooling off in the night air. Yes, that's it.
~~Bridget

Thought Vickie's scarf went well with her bra. I never thought she would dare to peel off that many layers. The music was simply grand last night. I broke the heel on my boot again. I need a good pair of dancing shoes. And yes, Shirley did look a bit disheveled, but her grin told the whole story. I believe a good time was had by all. Especially Linda. We will let her tell the story.
~~Maggie

'Twas a farm hand that Linda disappeared with last evening. Yes, she claims he had very strong hands, a faint smell of cows, but never mind that, and with all the milk he drinks, he has VERY GOOD TEETH!!! Score 1 for Linda! Claims also that after she was finished with him, there was nothing left but his Wellies. I disappeared with no one - saving myself for tonight. I'm ready to go right now. Linda will probably be coming along later. She needs a nap.
~~Maggie