Last week was very busy at work, as it usually is just before a break. Even though I was going to be away only for a fortnight, people at work seemed to think I was never going to be back, or only after several months. Anyway, I put my nose to the grindstone and wrapped up what needed doing before my absence.
In between, I managed two walks, an after-work-gathering with colleagues, attending a lingerie fashion show with my Mum and her friend (great fun, beautiful pieces but didn‘t buy anything), a lunch break with my sister and an evening at my Mum‘s.
There are not many pictures from during the week, but the first one was such a beautiful surprise. Coming round a bend on my way to Benningen on Monday early evening, just after leaving the outskirts of Ludwigsburg, this unexpected view awaited me:
Well… my washing machine refused to start. I am sparing you the detail but let‘s just say that it worked without a hitch for decades. I inherited it in 2001 from my grandma, and it was not brand new then. It is probably safe to say that it is 30 years old and has served me very well.
But now the first thing I need to do when I arrive back home will be to buy a new machine plus arranging for delivery, setting up the new one and getting rid of the old one.
In the meantime, I am enjoying my time off!
The picture with the rainbow is amazing! Great capture!
ReplyDeleteMy washing machine is still functioning, but signals the approach of the end of service.
Thank you, DUTA. It was one of those moments where I was particularly glad to be alive.
DeleteI hope you find a good replacement when the time comes.
Beware: newer washing machines never last as long as the ones made 30+ years ago!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your holiday! Take lots of pictures to share with us. :)
I know, Jennifer, and I truly hate having to make that change.
DeleteThank you - Day One yesterday was fantastic, and pictures will appear soon on this very blog 😊
Maybe when you come home the washing machine will be working again! Or maybe it is a circuit breaker/ fuse problem and it's not a problem with the machine at all. I hope it's an easy fix!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your break, Meike!
Thank you for your encouragement, Ellen, but I guess I‘ll have to face the change to a new model.
DeleteOur break has begun just as we love it - a long walk/hike after a good breakfast, then a quick turn in the spa before dinner.
Now that I've hopefully caught up with the last month (I love asparagus too but have never cooked it in white wine) I shall try not to fall behind again (visitors and more visitors is my principal excuse and I still have a friend from Canada staying). Stay safe.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Graham. I may have expressed myself not very clearly when I wrote about the risotto with green asparagus. The asparagus was just boiled regularly in water with some salt. The risotto‘s base was white wine, then I added cream, water, and finally another bit of wine.
DeleteMy apologies. I read it too quickly. I, too, love and make risotto.
DeleteWish you a good holiday - and good luck with the procedures of getting a new washing machine when you get back!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Monica! You have had more than your fair change of tech changes recently, but it all seems to have worked out well.
DeleteA new washing machine will be energy efficient and will set you up for 10 years or so. I would welcome this opportunity presented to up-date. Enjoy your vacation Meike.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Rachel! You are absolutely right about the energy efficiency. Next will be my fridge, I think. And since we all know such things usually happen in threes, I wonder whether my oven should be replaced, too. It is at least 22 years old and bakes/cooks rather unevenly.
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