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Good evening, Rusty!
Yes, I do agree with you that James Michener wrote excellent books.
I thoroughly enjoyed those that I read.
I think my favourite is "Centennial".
But somehow it all went sour when I found out about his abysmal behaviour towards his children.
And it has now coloured my view of his story-telling.
I gave "Alaska" away unread.....
A pity.
Now... I watched "Eggheads", and there was a question concerning Donegal!
"Lifford is the County town of which of the following: Donegal; Monaghan; or Cavan."
I got it right.......the Challenger didn't!
But Kevin knew!

Good evening, Elle!
A pity indeed.
"Alaska" was a great book.
That's where I learned about the Pribilofs, and Peter the Great, etc!
But Michener was a big let-down when we discovered what he had done with the children.
Miss Peckwitt was a saint compared to him!
I liked her stories!
Well done on knowing Lifford. Did I tell you that?
Many folk think the capital is Letterkenny.
Letterkenny is by far the largest town in Donegal, but the county town is Lifford.
Monaghan is the county town of Monaghan, and Cavan is the county town of Cavan.
I am not surprised Kevin knew!

Hi, Rusty!
Yes, at worst, Miss Peckwitt could be described as a not strictly truthful (but likeable) eccentric.....
Mr M was a monster!
Yes, you must have told me about Lifford.......
But I made a mistake...I remember now that it was not the Challenger who got the question wrong, but Egghead Chris!
He thought that Donegal was the County town of Donegal!
And gave the answer "Monaghan"!
Kevin soon put him right.

Hello, Elle!
Yes, I was fond of Miss Peckwitt!
I used to have all her books.
Some folk maybe think that Donegal Town would be the capital of the county, but no.
I think it may be a bit bigger than Lifford, but Lifford is the county town.
Letterkenny is much, much, bigger than any other town in Donegal.
Kevin seems to know everything!

Good morning, Rusty!
We have another lovely sunny day...a bit parky though!
It was great out in the park...cool enough for brisk walking.
I have a list of household chores that I really cannot put off any longer...but apart from that I have a "free" day, until our son and granddaughter arrive after school for their tea!
We are looking forward to seeing them both.
How about you? any plans?

Good morning, Elle!
Fine day here, too.
Good that your son and granddaughter are coming for their tea!
Are you making something special?
I've no plans today (and no paper!).
Giving the shop a miss today.
I may sort out some books for the charity shop.

Hi, Rusty!
Are you okay?
It is not like you to miss going out to Asda for your paper?
I have had a very productive morning.
I have got a lot of niggly little jobs out of the way!
No, I am not planning on cooking anything special for my son and granddaughter's visit.........
My granddaughter never wants to eat anything other than pizza and chicken nuggets, as far as I can make out!
So pizza is what we have bought!
It is known as "the line of least resistance"!
Her parents can argue with her about her food.
We shall just enjoy her company!

Hi, Rusty!
Just checking that all is well?
It was not like you to forego your morning walk to the shop......
And I haven't heard from you since?
Hopefully , you are just busy......
Our son and granddaughter should be here any time now.....
The dog is looking for them out the window!

Good evening, Elle!
I did have a bit of a bug but have improved.
Did the family enjoy their tea?
Be nice to see them anyway.
I am being inundated with texts and pics from the Norn Iron folk.
They have just collected their new pup, and all are very excited!

Hi, Rusty!
I am glad that you are feeling a bit better.
It was wise to remain indoors if you were not feeling well....
Maybe have an early night?
Yes, it was great to see our son and granddaughter, and spend time catching up in person.
That is great news about your friends and their puppy!
What breed of dog have they got?