tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77485227755704215452024-03-13T09:42:04.506-07:00Just be KosSALLYANN PHILLIPShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05027289804863592786noreply@blogger.comBlogger111125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7748522775570421545.post-86886209534196346212020-04-16T09:40:00.003-07:002020-04-16T09:40:41.794-07:00Just be Kos: Birthday<a href="https://sallyattimeout.blogspot.com/2019/11/birthday.html?spref=bl">Just be Kos: Birthday</a>: After the invite to party at Carmela for my birthday from my hairdresser Sotiris should I re-think my schedule. Mmmmm I think ...SALLYANN PHILLIPShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05027289804863592786noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7748522775570421545.post-84973605180831221382020-04-16T09:40:00.001-07:002020-04-16T09:40:19.955-07:00Just be Kos: All the worlds a stageand minded of my previous l...<a href="https://sallyattimeout.blogspot.com/2019/10/all-worlds-stageand-minded-of-my.html?spref=bl">Just be Kos: <br />
All the worlds a stageand minded of my previous l...</a>: All the worlds a stage and minded of my previous life I watched it pass by as Teenagers trundled down the Epar Road as I breakfasted on...SALLYANN PHILLIPShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05027289804863592786noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7748522775570421545.post-53271376624321992932020-04-16T09:39:00.003-07:002020-04-16T09:39:50.444-07:00Just be Kos: not long now<a href="https://sallyattimeout.blogspot.com/2019/10/not-long-now.html?spref=bl">Just be Kos: not long now</a>: As the tourists are melting away the Island is returning to the locals more time for leisure is transparent. The Cycle club took off a...SALLYANN PHILLIPShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05027289804863592786noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7748522775570421545.post-35322436339922356122020-04-16T09:39:00.001-07:002020-04-16T09:39:29.444-07:00Just be Kos: widows weeds<a href="https://sallyattimeout.blogspot.com/2019/10/widows-weeds.html?spref=bl">Just be Kos: widows weeds</a>: Lying on my bed after an evening out dining with friends, reflecting on my day, I am mindful that I now too am dinner for those bloody mo...SALLYANN PHILLIPShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05027289804863592786noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7748522775570421545.post-32217053290824820842020-04-16T09:38:00.001-07:002020-04-16T09:38:57.031-07:00Just be Kos: Too early for the Post Office<a href="https://sallyattimeout.blogspot.com/2019/09/too-early-for-post-office.html?spref=bl">Just be Kos: Too early for the Post Office</a>: That's good Post offices open at 7.30 on Kos or that's what the Website said. I'll just nip up to the Village bright and early...SALLYANN PHILLIPShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05027289804863592786noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7748522775570421545.post-84036495812587351812020-04-16T09:37:00.001-07:002020-04-16T09:37:04.343-07:00Just be Kos: woodland retreat<a href="https://sallyattimeout.blogspot.com/2020/01/woodland-retreat.html?spref=bl">Just be Kos: woodland retreat</a>: 'But is it Green Sallyann?' my mum said. 'Won't you miss the trees, the woods, the English countryside in all it's gl...SALLYANN PHILLIPShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05027289804863592786noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7748522775570421545.post-86535582302486553032020-04-16T09:36:00.001-07:002020-04-16T09:36:30.801-07:00Just be Kos: Clean Monday<a href="https://sallyattimeout.blogspot.com/2020/03/clean-monday.html?spref=bl">Just be Kos: Clean Monday</a>: Thought we'd nip out for a spot of lunch yesterday as it was Christine's Birthday but I'd get a bunch of flowers from the Vil...SALLYANN PHILLIPShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05027289804863592786noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7748522775570421545.post-21841190508747736562020-04-16T09:14:00.001-07:002020-04-16T09:14:03.888-07:00Just be Kos: Dear Diary Corona LOCKDOWN from 29/2/20 to 12/4/20...<a href="https://sallyattimeout.blogspot.com/2020/04/dear-diary-corona-lockdown-from-29220.html?spref=bl">Just be Kos: Dear Diary Corona LOCKDOWN from 29/2/20 to 12/4/20...</a>: 29/2/20 OMG woke up to Gale force winds, battonned down the cat-flap and as the wind blew Big Osc flew past the backdoor. Ever resource...SALLYANN PHILLIPShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05027289804863592786noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7748522775570421545.post-58953275543698797642020-04-16T09:00:00.001-07:002020-04-16T09:00:08.771-07:00Dear Diary Corona LOCKDOWN from 29/2/20 to 12/4/20<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">OMG
woke up to Gale force winds, battonned down the cat-flap and as the
wind blew Big Osc flew past the backdoor. Ever resourceful he soon
returned using a strong gust of wind as the momentum to throw him in
through the cat-flap. Perfect timing. Was this the calm before the
storm, portent of things to come? </span><b>Corona is on its way.</b></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>1/3/20</b></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">With
Jumbo bursting at the seams with masks, fancy dress costumes, wigs
all waiting for a child to walk away dressed in their fantasy
persona, sadly today only small groups will see them. Facebook, Instagram and the good old digital camera will record this years
<b>Apokries</b> creations. The Greek government to protect it's citizens has
banned all group activities and celebrations to help quell the spread
of Coronavirus. So far so good only a couple reported from the
mainland.So let's hope being vigilant pays off and next years
celebrations can be back to normal. Loud, Happy, dancing, singing and
lots of eating before tomorrows Clean Monday and the start of 40 Days
Lent.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="color: black;"><i>"As
dusk descends in sleepy Kefalos and the air is tainted by wood smoke
and charcoal as if by magic they appear, drawn towards the centre of
the old school. One by one ghouls creep out of the doorways, slip
down alleyways, slowly and silently make their way back to the hub,
the centre of all beginnings. Ghosts, spider men, geishas, frogs,
Spanish dancers, boys dressed as girls, girls as boys as all manner
of wierdness gathers as the light dims.</i></span> </span></span></span>
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<i><span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="color: black;">They
are waiting for something just like the pied piper of Hamlin. Then
they appear the Greek players with their Bazooki and fiddle and as
they start to play their tune the children gather and more and more
arrive. Arranged like a wedding party the Bride and Groom lead the
children as they follow the musicians through the tiny streets and
more people join the throng as they weave their way in and out of the
back streets of Kefalos.</span> </span></span></span>
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<i><span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="color: black;">They
are drawn by the sound and the smell of wood smoke towards the centre
where the folks await. They follow a weird donkey like creature as it
leads them towards the BBQ. Mini souvlaki are being prepared for the
small children by men of the village.</span> </span></span></span>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="color: black;"><i>They
arrive to witness the marriage of the strange bride and groom by the
child priest and dance the night away to celebrate the festival of
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Thought
we'd nip out for a spot of lunch yesterday as it was Christine's
Birthday but I'd get a bunch of flowers from the Village Garden Shop
first. But no joy, very very little was open. Then the penny dropped
, of course <b>Clean Monday</b> not only a Bank holiday but a significant
day in the Greek Orthodox Calendar.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Undeterred
we drove into Kos town, along empty silent roads and as we neared Kos
town it was like the Marie Celeste devoid of its people. But as we
approached The Flag roundabout it was encircled with Kites, bright,
fluttery, flimsy kites. Floral, geometric but mostly Minions, Sponge
Bob Square Pant (I so wanted that one) and every child's fantasy
character you could imagine.<br />The great metropolis was deserted all
but kite sellers on every conceivable drive through.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">So
we decided to follow the windward side back to Kefalos and all along
that windy, shallow stretch of Coast, families were parked up,
picnicking, barbecuing and flying kites. The Higher the kite the
closer to God. A sign of the beginning of Lent. Hope they were eating
veggie burgers off the bbq. The day was warm and sunny and as we
drove further in land big family gatherings could be seen eating
together under pergolas outside their houses as no where was open.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Still
selling cakes in Special we indulged our sweet tooth, sorry not on my
agenda to give up as I've only just found Greek patisserie in a big
way. But as I drove along Kamari Bay several Tavernas were bursting
at the seams with people enjoying eating and celebrating together and
a strange sight this year. Smokers hovering outside by the seafront
railings taking in the fresh sea air as they exhaled the smoke. I 'd
like to have been included but maybe next year.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">A
solitary walk from Corner to Ikos and back along the beach. So warm
in only a T-shirt not wrapped up in a coat at last. The locals had
chosen to open doors, push windows wide open. Air mattresses in
readiness for the Summer Season. The sound of drilling and
sawing,cows mooing in the background, Goats bleating, the waves
gently rolling across the shore with the unmistakable sound of an F16
Fighter plane soaring overhead were a strange accompaniment to a
peaceful, leisurely walk.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Wild
flowers everywhere, bees buzzing, butterflies dancing in the air,
alighting on petals and tumbling by. Crickets jumping and small
lizards hurrying into the undergrowth as I disturbed their
sunbathing. Dogs taking themselves for a walk and seagulls diving
into the water from the pontoon floating just off shore. A good to be
alive day.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">As
I wondered through the supermarket yesterday I was curious as to why
long flag poles and Greek Flags were at the front in the bargain
bucket and people were keen to wrestle them into their cars. I'd
already driven by the High School as the kids seemed to be practicing
marching although it looked more like skipping for some. Well
tomorrow 7th March is a very significant day in the Dodecanese
Calendar and there will be parades and celebrations.In 1948 this day
represents' the freedom of the islands'. No longer occupied and
returned officially by Britain to Greece. </span></span></span>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>12/3/20</b></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Such
efficiency. It would seem everyone last night with a mobile phone got
a Coronovirus help call. What to do , who to call etc. In Greek and
English. Having retired early I was alerted to a Greek person talking
to me from my lounge. Very confusing at first.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>14/3/20</b></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Now
the Greek government have temporarily shut all bars, Cafes and
restaurants as of midnight last night to stem the flow of possible
infection I guess in the absence of an early coffee fix it’s ok to
start banging and building the house next door at 7.20 precisely
according to my security cameras and my now personal alarm clock.
Thank-you very much not. And it’s Saturday. 7.35 and now they’ve
bloody gone. Thanks again not.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">ps
just a thought with more time does this mean my road will get built?</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">pps
oops just noticed take outs are still available.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>17/3/20</b></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">As
the world waits for Corona to try and stop it in its tracks<br />people
rush to stock up on food and clear the shelves and racks.<br />But on
this island peace abounds and like all, things life goes by<br />slowly
now and silently with no one out to catch your eye.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Heeding
to the warnings, to stay in, not go about ,<br />it's strange to see no
one drinking coffee an excuse to just go out.<br />But time is used
constructively, painting, building DIY<br />still hopeful for the
summer, still hopeful this menace will go by</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">So
silent now the atmosphere, no shouting, song or laughter<br />no
vehicles on the Epar Road , so few to see no matter.<br />The sun is
up, the wind blows strong, no rain about and yet<br />no one to have an
impact on, no one to bother or upset</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">only
the sound that Nature makes, Bees, Goats or Donkeys bray<br />signify
life still goes on not suspended for a day<br />Let's hope this act of
selflessness, of keeping clear of others<br />works to stop this menace
killing parents, sisters, brothers.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">How
long we'll have to wait it out, who knows how long it'll take<br />Let's
hope we turn the tide on it and stop it in it's wake.<br />So when the
sun comes out again to shine on tourists bright<br />we can proudly say
we won the battle without the need to fight.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>Where have all the people gone?</b></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>20/3/20</b></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">The
ingenuity of the Greeks where internet provision and phone reception
is poor here. No sitting in the cafes together drinking,
chatting,using phones but with the new takeout only rules and the
social distancing to be maintained then why not sit up alone in your
car in the village while you await your takeout that you've now been
able to order. Take alone, to mean several cars in a row with
individuals gesticulating from the front seat. Well at least petrol
will still be required and they are adhering to the rules. </span></span></span>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>24/3/20</b></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Well
I thought Winters here on Kos were like forever Sundays but now the
total Lockdown has arrived it's like everyone forgot to turn their
alarm clock on and are still in bed. As I dutifully sent a SIM for
selection 2 I felt safe in the knowledge I'd been messaged back to
say It's ok to go out. So up to the Village, silence reigned.
Deserted all but the Fish man standing on one corner and the fruit
van on another, respectfull in their social distancing even the cats
were confused with no one to pester and look Doe eyed at.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Yet
life goes on and water work problems waits for no man as several
DAYAK workers stared down a hole with our President looking on too.
The Lady in Bazaar welcomed me in her latex gloves and the usual
cluttered counter was clear as people finally used the plastic
shopping baskets provided and lined them up along the floor, still
adding to as and when they chose. Essentials purchased I walked alone
around to Ilias the Butcher. Perimeno he said as the previous
Customer was still choosing and I had to wait my turn outside. As I
poodled round to the post office with one person already inside,
another outside on the pavement I waited patiently especially as the
parcel delivery man arrived and was rewarded by a takeaway delivery
of coffee before he set off on his rounds.Others had arrived by now
respectfully waiting the required distance of separation. So strange
to see these lovely Greek people queuing just like the Brits used to,
yet no longer it seems as Social Media reports the level of panic
over there.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Back
to my car by the bustop looking forlorn and alone, the only vehicle
for a cat to hide under , I returned home not before waving through
the doorway of Go Brunch sending Kalimera's and tikaneis to my dear
Manolis waiting to prepare Takeouts for the workers as coffee
supplies still need to be catered for.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Home,
unpacked and ready for SIMS selection 6, permission to go dog
walking. And so with the sun shining, clear blue skies, wild flowers
everywhere we wandered round, my friend and I with the correct
distance apart. It's peaceful yet so busy, gardens rotovated,
planting, weeding, painting, wood smoke as old shuttering and bits of
building are torn down and being restored. Children helping parents
on the land, playing with their dogs. A few small fishing boats
bobbing about in the bay and the occasional car occupied by two only
being driven by. No one on the beach today but still the gentle sound
of waves lashing the shore. It's unbelievably peaceful and serene.
Siga Siga what ti tha kanoume?</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">This
is Kefalos today a snapshot in time. Who knows what it's like
elsewhere in Greece so we have to feel truly blessed to be in
lockdown here at the moment.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>25/3/20</b></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>Not
through my Catflap</b></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">As
I sat outside admiring the view, drinking Frappe and reading I
noticed on close inspection weany creatures in the grass, how
interesting, how cute, how bloody not!..Tick season! Having already
treated Big Osc and Molly Sweetpea with Frontline as per instructions
I suddenly became aware of how close to home they were. 'man up' said
Christine or something along those lines.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">So
Google comes in very handy. I've now boiled lemons and made my own
anti , piss off spray, Got my vaseline, White wine Vinegar, special
tweezers for removal and eyebrow tweezers for squishing and I'm
ready. I hope.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">I
was digging up the thistles across the garden to stop the prickly
problem of last year but have called a halt on the boundary,
minimising the grass access area. Stuck lemon peel around my catflap
door and today in PJ'S wellies and rubber gloves have dug up and
removed all the long grasses nearest the side door. Thistle digging
is temporarily suspended due to each one being a Ladybird Home. They
seem to inhabit them like their own little islands. I know Christine
is going to give me an ear bashing later but I don't care. I'm
protecting the species. My house is on lockdown. not through my
catflap.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">ps
I wonder if surrounding myself with lemons like you would Garlic will
keep the bloodsuckers away?</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>The
Armed Forces Air Force is carrying the message across Greece today to
celebrate March 25th!</b></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Around
12:00 on the morning of Wednesday, March 25, 2 F-16s flew over the
island of Kos, commemorating the national anniversary of March 25,
spreading excitement to residents of Kos.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Several
Citizens came out to their balconies and courtyards, admiring the
Greek pilots of the Air Force F-16 fighter couple! Such a powerful
sound.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">I
made courgette fritters greek style in my Greek Kitchen in honour of
Greek Independence day. That which we can't currently celebrate
properly. I had intended to photograph the fly past but thought
better of it 'απαγορευμένος' forbidden and didn't want
to get arrested. My courgette fritters are nostimos</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>27/3/20</b></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Garden
centre has something for ticks on grass going to use my get out of
gaol card to walk down. Can’t drive down so much English type rain
yesterday cardiac hill had a landslip, funnily enough my own drive
was ok. Wellies and walking stick needed. I might be gone a long
time. Think this calls for a number 2 and 6 </span></span></span>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Mission
accomplished. After continuous rain last night my Cardiac Hill is now
passable , my own unfinished drive is now too bloody soft to get the
car out. So hiking boots, wax jacket (should I slip on my bum) and
walking stick the descent was achieved. Armed with a spray bottle,
anti anything that looks like a tick spray and lemons, plus new dig
up the buggers homes fork . I am ready. Unfortunately cats have come
home for lunch so will have to hold off Mission Bug Off until
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">The
centre of Kefalos was positively humming with tradesman out to pick
up bits and pieces for the days work, adopting the new methods
seem-lessly as they queued at a distance for the hatch in the Hardware
store by the old bank, while others had to make an appointment by
phone at the other.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">The
cheese man delivering along with other food supplies and the former
crowded Proton still busy as we queued 1.5 metres apart outside
awaiting our turn. Even in Bazaar for once I adopted the queuing
system of baskets by the till as I wondered around choosing. The Olds
wearing masks and gloves out together shopping for a change.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">After
a weekend of solitary confinement it was so lovely to have a
Kalimera, tikaneis from everyone out, (from a safe distance). Spiros,
Nikos, Nikitas, Manolis all busying themselves ready for the day. The
police presence toured around and security. The Council workers off
out for the day and a lady manning the offices through a window at
the community office. All adapting to change, all carrying on with
their day.</span></span></span></div>
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is having a face lift, with the smell of paint around and bashing and
banging of hammers and drills. And scooters busy delivering Coffees
after all got to keep the workers fueled. Warm, sunny day. How
lovely.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>5/4/20</b></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">The
Cats and I were alerted to something happening, so long sitting in
silence from our isolation that we were alerted to a strange sound of
whooping and calling and as we rushed outside we were treated to a
Ballet in the Air, a Sky full of Swallows swooping, diving and
filling the air above me.<br />As I rushed for the camera I tried to
capture the moment whilst still admiring their antics and movement.
Sometimes so close we could almost touch them. They herald the Spring
coming in from the south, such a beautiful sight. I love to see
a murmuration and miss the Starlings in Brighton on their night
flight.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">They
flew and played until dark and I hope they come again. Flying in from
Africa maybe they arrived before the dust rain that covered
everywhere this morning. The first time I've had to clean the sand
off my furniture.They symbolize Hope something to believe in at this
present time. I'll be ready tonight but maybe they've already found
their homes.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">ps
took hundreds of photos but so quick just looked like black flashes</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: medium;">What
a difference a year makes. Yesterday last year I moved in, whilst
the day before Emma and Christine awaited the arrival of all my
worldlies from the UK that had been shipped out well ahead of the
impending March Brexit that didn't happen. Had it have been this
year who knows if my belongings would arrive and I certainly
wouldn't have. Just how many other people around the world would be
in such a predicament.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">How's
it going the question on all my friends and family's list? Well the
answer to that is a snapshot in time. Isolated on this Island at
this present moment in time feels like one of the safest places in
the world providing we keep the dreaded virus at bay. The Greek
authorities are determined and with so many Islands under their
care, without the infrastructure to cope with a mass pandemic we're
holding fast so coupled with a certain sense of security it is
jaded by fears and worries of others we hold dear elsewhere.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">So
my rare .No. 6 outings have to be savoured and enjoyed with my
Camera or taking Missy, My No. 2 trips to the shops make me
gratefull as they keep the nation fed and the slowness of the
Greeks has now become almost British like in it's queuing and
patience. My garden project like all plans seem to be on hold, it's
a pity the Ticks don't understand but I'm hoping for great things
from the Ladybird and weevil community I now spend a lot of time
with.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">My
husband would have loved it. He always could just chill and stand
and stare and enjoy his surroundings. Three years ago 18th April he
died. When his much loved Consultant Oncologist Georgos Plataniotis
told him he could never return to his beloved Kos , Ron died within
a few days of cancer and a broken heart. I'm here and making the
most of it and all you guys desperate to return he'd understand and
be there with you. So let's hope when you finally can, the virus
will have passed and the Island will remain a safe haven forever.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>11/4/20</b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">As
my Island world shrinks to my Garden , for which I am eternally
grateful, and forever in need of something to stimulate my
imagination (although Christine will tell you it doesn't take much).
I've taken to sitting outside amidst the tall grasses, on my kitchen
step stool, camera and tripod to hand, dressed in my don't let the
buggers crawl up or on me leggings, surgical gloves and wellington
boots. I know I've been spotted from the Epar road as my dear friends
wave at me. Fortunately I can't hear what they are saying. But I'm
quite fascinated by the world of mini beasts even if they aren't keen
on me</span></span></span> </span></span>
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>Bug
Towers</b></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">A
thistle is a wondrous thing a high rise block for Bugs<br />some weeny,
tiny delicate things, while others downright thugs<br />The taller it
grows up you see there's room for others too<br />what started as an
island for ladybirds just grew and grew and grew</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">So
some bugs hug the lower floors, creep out and creep back in<br />while
others cling to hairy stems and try and blend therein<br />some hide
beneath the prickly leaves and others flaunt on top<br />while others
camouflage themselves, change colour, well why not</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">This
home for individuals, where all have their own place<br />provided they
don't move to much, invade each others space<br />Cos if they do,
They're dinner see, no messing that's for sure<br />Best know where
they're best off and inhabit their own floor</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Some
have tiny pincers, some long and hairy legs<br />some have pointy noses
and some lay tiny eggs<br />some are brightly coloured, while others
blend right in<br />and others jump from stem to stem, while others fly
and sing</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">some
I'm sure are deadly, while others look real cute<br />this plants a
home to live on, for others a source of food<br />I've studied it for
days now, they're not keen on me at all<br />while some wiggle their
antennae while others try not to fall</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">But
most of them don't like me, they usually try and hide<br />and others
turn their bottoms and show me their backside<br />The weevil is my
favourite, I can actually hear him sigh<br />It's her again, get ready,
do your thing I hear him cry.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">'Don't
cast a clout till May is out' a saying I grew up with and after
yesterday's Hot Hot Hot day and today's blowing a gale day, I quite
understand. Take last week only four days apart and I went for a walk
up the Mountain, after all you can only walk along the beach, back
along the main road or the back one so many times. Even then the
difference was so noticeable.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1e21;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">The
ashphalt road up to Agios Ioannis petered out just above the Zini
turning and as we were the only ones on the road and unlikely to
meet any passing helpful traffic or indeed be able to call out the
emergency vehicles we parked up for a bit before turning around. The
wind was so strong that any thought of walking on the West side was
quickly abandoned as we could so easily have been blown over the edge
and Alison took a video just to prove it. Still such a majestic
scene, with the outer Islands so clear. Bells tinkled in the air as
Goats remained unseen hid from us, all but one on the top of the
ridge, but then it is Easter and they must have known what that meant
in the calendar.</span></span></span></div>
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back to the viewpoint and along the track we went. Views so clear of
Kefalos all around up to the Windmills, across the Bay and over to
Kalymnos as far as the eye could see and not a boat in sight.<br />Bees
hummed and Hornets hovered over shallow muddy puddles as we side
stepped to avoid them. So intent on looking up, out and across at the
panorama it wasn't until we returned we became aware of the Flora. As
we looked up trees hugged the Pinnacle of rocks, like spines on a
porcupine, going forever upwards, clinging on in the prevailing
winds. Craggy rock faces,with traces of water that had cascaded down
over the winter and disappeared over the edge. As we climbed up
through the Pine forest with soft notes of perfume pervading, we
found ourselves in an abandoned village of sorts. So small with only
room for a fireplace in one. Possibly a Hunting lodge maybe, although
ruined still had hints of more recent use. A landslip of rocks made
it more difficult to continue.</span></span></span></div>
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we walked back down, the ground was carpeted with pale lilac,white
Cyclamen nestling among the pine needles, bathing in dappled light.
And the tiniest saplings rising up through the grass. Each Pine tree
host to caterpilar nests and other types of Bug life. Days later the
tiny sapplings stood 300mm high and the forest glade looked like a
Christmas tree nursery in the making and the Cyclamen had all but
gone. The puddles nearly dry, but the bees and hornets buzzed more
heartily. The heat of the day, intensified the smell of pine, yet the
view across the bay was less clear.</span></span></span></div>
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where to this week. Still more routes to explore, still more Nature
to observe in it's ever changing beauty.</span></span></span></div>
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SALLYANN PHILLIPShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05027289804863592786noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7748522775570421545.post-45913785442228352842020-03-02T22:32:00.000-08:002020-03-02T22:32:31.109-08:00Clean Monday<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Thought we'd nip out
for a spot of lunch yesterday as it was Christine's Birthday but I'd
get a bunch of flowers from the Village Garden Shop first. But no
joy, very very little was open. Then the penny dropped , of course
Clean Monday not only a Bank holiday but a significant day in the
Greek Orthodox Calendar.</div>
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Undeterred we drove
into Kos town, along empty silent roads and as we neared Kos town it
was like the Marie Celeste devoid of its people. But as we approached
The Flag roundabout it was encircled with Kites, bright, fluttery,
flimsy kites. Floral, geometric but mostly Minions, Sponge Bob Square
Pant (I so wanted that one) and every child's fantasy character you
could imagine.</div>
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The great metropolis
was deserted all but kite sellers on every conceivable drive through.
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So we decided to follow
the windward side back to Kefalos and all along that windy, shallow
stretch of Coast families were parked up, picnicking, barbecuing and
flying kites. The Higher the kite the closer to God. A sign of the
beginning of Lent. Hope they were eating veggie burgers off the bbq.
The day was warm and sunny and as we drove further in land big family
gatherings could be seen eating together under pergolas outside their
houses as no where was open.</div>
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Still selling cakes in
Special we indulged our sweet tooth, sorry not on my agenda to give
up as I've only just found Greek patisserie in a big way. But as I
drove along Kamari Bay several Tavernas were bursting at the seams
with people enjoying eating and celebrating together and a strange
sight this year. Smokers hovering outside by the seafront railings
taking in the fresh sea air as they exhaled the smoke. I 'd like to
have been included but maybe next year.</div>
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SALLYANN PHILLIPShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05027289804863592786noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7748522775570421545.post-27220863604467176932020-01-25T07:02:00.003-08:002020-01-25T07:02:58.667-08:00woodland retreat<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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'But is it Green
Sallyann?' my mum said. 'Won't you miss the trees, the woods, the
English countryside in all it's glories and Seasons?' . So I told her
about the wild flower meadows as far as the eye can see, painted a
picture of wild herbs and heather tumbling across mountainsides with
butterflies and bees chasing the pollen. The neat grey green Olive
groves and the abundant fruit on the Citrus trees, orange, lemon,
mandarin. The mountain tops tipped like icing with pine forest. 'I'll
be fine Mum don't worry about me' I said.</div>
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But last night I woke
agitated and distressed crying for trees. She was right, she was
always right. I need woodland, forest and tranquilty, I need to
replenish my soul in the only way a walk in the woods can do. Silent
but for Birds twittering over head. And so 'we're going on a mission
Christine', I said we can have lunch after but we're not allowed to
talk. So off up into the Dikeos mountains we went to find peace,
tranquility and fresh. Clean air not tangy and salty like the beach.</div>
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It was perfect as
dappled light filtered through the trees and wild anemones turned
their heads to the sun , pink, blue and mauve it was beautiful. The
dry river-bed still clean from recent rains. The Pine Trees stood
tall against the mountainside and vistas of Sea, Other Islands and
mountain ridges peered between the gaps. Yellow and white daisies
competed with the tufted grasses and new shoots clung to craggy
rocks. The warmth of the sun filled the air and pine cones scattered
on the ground clustered in small groups as if arranged by an artist
on a nest of pine needles. Bees hummed and birds sang high up in the
trees and for a while only Christine, Missy and I shared the space.
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Time to go, but not for
long we shall return, so many paths to follow, so much enrichment to
be had from silent, soul replenishing nature.</div>
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I feel I’ve been stalked by Santa and his little helpers. Popped into Select for a few bits and bobs and as I parked up several reindeer stared back out, surrounded by tinsel and glitter, Santa’s in many sizes and other Christmas characters. Special disported Candy Canes and edible baubles and in Louis I was lead upstairs by Santas on every step like a scene from a Fred Astaire movie and I was Ginger Rogers. With winter on the horizon and forever mindful of cold coming the other side of the stairs had electric blankets, just in case among other things. As we walked back through Kardamena , although closed the Pink Elephant was unpacking its Xmas stock. At least Jingle Bells wasn’t being played or Sleigh Bells in the Snow, Can’t imagine it as I am still in t-shirt and shorts. I spoke too soon as the season's begun to change , wet windy, gale blowing and sun still filtering through the sky.</div>
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As Kos got closer to to Christmas more lights appeared, more shops festooned with decorations and Street lights made ready for heralding Christmas in.</div>
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So a strange sort of Sunday, bright and crisp and my bread making task took so long it was lunchtime before I knew it. Miranda appeared to be having a festive time in Kos town and I was feeling a bit out of kilter. So I persuaded Christine a walk on the beach was a good plan and we had it all to ourselves so when I returned home had to take a second look as I drove past the Dotto train heading up the Hill. Bit weird I thought.....where was it in the Summer? So just got indoors whe<span class="text_exposed_show" style="display: inline; font-family: inherit;">n my Greek Family arrived bearing gifts and wanting a tour of the house and as per usual I quickly went ahead of the group shoving things in drawers and behind doors. I hadn't even done the washing up. Anyway 'Xmas tree gets lit tonight' they said.</span></div>
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So up I went and dragged Christine out again. The Dotto train flashed by like in a Harry Potter movie with kids waving at everyone. Families stood eagerly around with toddlers wearing headbands with reindeer, elves and Christmas trees. Testing, testing again as some man eagerly hugged the microphone , stopping his trial as the brass band marched into the Centre. Father Christmas stood by as the dignitaries announced the proceedings. With not too much Greek I did understand Face Painting and Balloon animals. As we neared the time for the Big reveal the Kids counted down 10, 9,8,7,6,5,4,3,2,1 and as if by magic the Tree lit up and the fireworks went off. Laughter and joy filled the air and I felt a tingle of nostalgia and goose bumps. They were so excited.</div>
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Families looked on as small children gathered round and Father Christmas and his little helper did a Jive.......what can I say. I hope you enjoy the video. The village square once again the centre of things and hub of all activity eventually emptied out with small children clutching balloon animals as they went home.</div>
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21st December and nearly there so Five O'clock seemed a little early as we walked up along the High Street. Store holders were getting ready, displaying their wares, lighting barbecue pits and grills and smoke from charcoal burning filled the air. Locals began to walk through, strolling with ease from the Old School down to Diporto and back where the Brits Abroad had their Tombola Pitch. As darkness crept in, the lights on the displays grew bright in contrast and the Villagers came out. Some dressed in Evenin<span class="text_exposed_show" style="display: inline; font-family: inherit;">g Best with high heels tottering over the stones. Others dressed for winter warmth wrapped in thick coats and boots or trainers , although the night was warm. Christmas deeley boppers crowned the heads of all ages as trees, angels, snowmen, snowflakes bobbed along and small children, grown ups and olds enjoyed the event. Two elderly ladies sat on their doorstep watching the world go by and Yiassou, Kala, eseis, tikaneis was spoken all around.</span></div>
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The choir gathered on the Church steps, one by one and the teacher in charge was clearly frustrated by their disjointed arrival and each time he set up their standing positions he had to change it judging by the height of the late comer. 'Jack Black' was there setting up the sound system and why oh why he hadn't done it earlier as half an hour in and we were still waiting. The Band marched through and the Band marched back as the crowds parted to let them through. Loud enough to be heard without sound equipment they took the steps and played. The Bazaar was formerly announced open and I went home. </div>
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SALLYANN PHILLIPShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05027289804863592786noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7748522775570421545.post-13272724727395131342019-11-30T22:24:00.005-08:002019-11-30T22:24:53.426-08:00Birthday<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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party at Carmela for my birthday from my hairdresser Sotiris should I
re-think my schedule. Mmmmm I think not long gone are the days of
staying up late and partying hard. I decided to stay with the
7o'clock slot just after the Kids Pizza party.The streets were empty
save for the cars and scooters parked haphazardly here and there, so
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As I walked towards
Diporto it became clear that all the men were in the bars and
kafeneions around the square, ready in waiting for the Big Match and
soon the Xmas lights were in competion with the Big Screens and only
the children were running around outside shaking off the effects of
Coke and Pizza. As the game got going the excitement of the play
required a fag and soon the inside seats were vacated for standing
room only outside as eager fans watched from the pavement, victims of
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was left alone a few times to chill and drink wine as my friends
joined the smoking corner. Apologies for the fans sitting behind me
as commentary was interrupted by a rendition of Happy Birthday to you
played courtesy of the establishment as they brought out my yummy
birthday cake that Christine had bought earlier. And sorry that Happy
Birthday continued to play on the loop for several times. No wonder
our section of the restaurant emptied out. The street life was a
different scene on the way back to the car and I'm sure I was home
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All the worlds a stage
and minded of my previous life I watched it pass by as Teenagers
trundled down the Epar Road as I breakfasted on local fruit, yoghurt
and honey. The procession of kids made their way to who knows where
or why but some were in a hurry, some sauntered, some rode their
bikes precariously weaving in and out as traffic past. The teachers
seemingly trying to keep order by staying on the outside were well
spaced out. A few kids hurried to catch up, running past the group as
if they wouldn't be missed but had probably nipped behind the boat
near the Hermes for a fag. The boys joshing and wacking each other as
they bantered with each other. I honed in on the girls, the ones
dressed in brighter colours than the rest, flicking their newly
coifuured hair, the look at me girls, those that twiddle their
earings to accentuate their femininity hoping to be noticed. Several
slower boys wandered down apart from the others, maybe less fit, less
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SALLYANN PHILLIPShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05027289804863592786noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7748522775570421545.post-25096255274151660522019-10-16T04:02:00.001-07:002019-10-16T04:02:57.738-07:00not long now<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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on my bed after an evening out dining with friends, reflecting on my
day, I am mindful that I now too am dinner for those bloody mosquitos
seemingly immune to the aroma of Citronella. Not to be beaten I lay
awake pretending to be reading until the blighters approached,
tempted by the storyline on my Kindle and then mystified by the text
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;">What I want to know is who buys
the Clothes off the Yellow transit van.<span style="font-size: small;"> '</span><span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="el-GR"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">μπλούζες,
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He calls as he weaves his way in and out of the narrow back streets
of Kefalos. And as if scurrying way to hide little old ladies
disappear around the corner just as he turns the other. I'm sure
it's the same woman, little, shapeless black shift dress, headscarf
and flat shoes or short cut Bob so similar from behind you could turn
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who buys these clothes? Surely not designer labels, how many sizes
does he carry? What colour combination or is that a silly question,
perhaps he specialises in the Widow's weeds. But no yesterday he
followed me to Tingaki disporting glitzy, sparkly numbers must have
known my widowhood hasn't followed traditional Black. I too scurried
away, but fancy next time I will boldly go over and try a few outfits
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enjoying the view I shouted 'Stop!' as we drove past the school at
Antimachia. Once a teacher always teacher as my Radar honed in on
three boys having a sneaky fag at the back of the bike sheds. Always
on the alert for the naughties, years of working in a pupil referral
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First stop, the Springs
at Antimachia so near to the road yet hidden from view. As we
descended down the rough hewn steps , dodging trailing stems of
prickly plants the pervading smell of wild mint abounded and the
roots entangled all the undergrowth about. The nearer to the source the
soggier underfoot and even now wellies would have been better. This
quiet watery glade looked like something from a film set long since
abandoned yet ready to spring to life the moment out backs were
turned. The sign long since covered by the plants taking back their
space. As we returned to the car and looked back you couldn't help feel
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On to Antimachia Castle
where the stage had been set centuries before and the end of the
tourist season meant fewer and fewer people retraced the steps of the
ancients. Another stage set background of silence yet heralding back
to the sounds of Masons working on the stones, farmers tending their
crops and rearing their animals. Knights Templars practicing their
art of warfare, forever on the look out to defend their Island, just
as the lizards today were forever hovering underfoot and darting away
at the last moment. Abandoned stone buildings, crumbling rocks and
dried , dying vegetation with hints of new growth peering through,
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for fewer and fewer tourists and the three of us dined alone before
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The back route running
parrallel with the sea, clear of cars all but the garbage truck soon
had us bouncing along the dirt road flattened by tyres with deep tread
and with teeth juddering we made it to the carpark. A remarkable
place of silence, serene in its portrayal of days gone by and still
the lizards watched and warmed themselves on rocks and stone steps
before running ahead. The school room awaits the children after the
tourists have gone. Time to learn about Hippoctratis, ancient medicines from herbs and flowers and chance to act and play on the
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That's good Post offices open at 7.30 on Kos or that's what the Website said. I'll just nip up to the Village bright and early, no one around but me and the cats. So as I drew up to park by Mylotipi overlooking the view of Kamari Bay I shared my space with the Garbage Truck and the driver eating his breakfast and smoking a fag as he sat on the edge contemplating his day. With morning dew still fresh on the cars and damp air I alone walked round the Village. Cats still slept i<span class="text_exposed_show" style="display: inline; font-family: inherit;">n corners and on steps and as I strode round past the old school two men in the Kafeneion said Kalimera.</span></div>
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The only sound was that of doves cooing from above and as I came towards the post office eager to be the first in side I spotted a gathering of men already in the Old Gits Club warming up for the day. Aha somebody is in the post office but as I walked towards the door I noticed 9-2.30 oh woe is me. How can I escape ridicule and laughter as a solitary English Woman clutching her handbag and paperwork is walking purposefully towards a closed door at silly o'clock.</div>
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I know I'll just cut through the back streets and no one will see me. But wrong . The Bewitching hour of morning is when all the Olds come out. Shopping, hanging out the washing, drinking coffee outside whilst sitting on their back step talking to neighbours. Mums putting babies in prams ready to take to Yiayia to look after for the day. A row of ladies sat under the concrete frame of a new building ready to be constructed (some when) sharing the space with a car, motorbikes and old barbecue barrels. Kalimera.......Kalimera........ No chance of an invisible walk back to the car.</div>
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And as I approached the car down the steps I had to avert my eyes as the soul of discretion not, the Garbage man had chosen that very moment to have a crafty pee over the side. I pretended to admire the Morning Glory just opened out on the walls beside. As I drove back down through the sleepy Kefalos I noticed the neighbours new goat had chosen to ignore his pile of carefully selected vegetation and had jumped over their wall and was noshing on their geraniums. Too early for a morning call from me I thought better go home and write this down.</div>
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After years of
holidaying on Kos and enjoying every moment, time seems to have stood
still over the last ten years as we wove our way through Greek
bureaucracy in order to build our house. A trip to Kos town was never
a 'let's wander round the ruins' or spend time mooching through the
Agora as the aromas of herbs, spices and natural perfumes assault the
senses as we once did. So this past week has been spent with my old
friend and colleague staying as my first guest in my new home and I
have been plunged into tourist mode with of course years of
background knowledge.</div>
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I will be in need of a
rest and am longing for a Siesta but yesterday we went to Nisyros.
Gone are the days of the coaches negotiating the hair-pin bends as
one driver passed the other, although still the little memorial
churches hug the hairiest corners. 'Panagia Mou'. Kamari Boats left
promtly and sped its' way into Mandraki Harbour. First Boat in and
straight onboard the No. 1 Bus as soon as my feet hit terra-ferma I
was back on an air conditioned Coach with no time to get my Sea
Legs. 6 euros return such good value. As the coach negotiated the
tight corners and we rose ever onwards and upwards the landscape was
festooned like Tinsel on a Christmas tree with hand built stone walls
layering the landscape in terraces as far as the eye could see where
trees and shrubs held the soil. Beautiful landscape and I couldn't
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Birds hovered and
insects flew ever higher as we climbed and not a car or bike in sight
nor strangely enough Goats or Sheep. We stopped in Nikia a small
mountain side village, a chocolate box of white two story houses with
bright painted doors or window frames and blocks of colour built on
narrow streets, with steps going off up either side to more houses
but streets no wider than people or bike width. With everyday life
still continuing and locals walking against the tide of the Number
One Bus down to the square for the Fresh Veg Lady you couldn't help
but admire their patience as how many more bus loads of people would
be doing this daily throughout the season. So with amazing views over
the edge and down into the crater we had a great vantage point for
photography. I will go back and capture the Landscape on film as
opposed to Stan in every shot. Forty minutes later back on the bus
and down to the crater of Stephanos. No waiting for passengers dilly
dallying, no time for the schedule was tight.<br />
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As we dropped down to
the crater the views were spectacular as long as I didn't look down.
Still the terraced walls continued down until they met the great
rocks shining with sulphur and glistening in the light. Barren and
desolate I stayed in the small cafe area for Frappe whilst
occasionally walking to the edge to photo Stan the Man walking down
to the very centre of the earth to see pockets of tiny sulphur
bubbles. And as I sat and pondered the meaning of life and hoped the
volcano wouldn't decide to become active after so many years dormant
dragonflies flitted from shrub to shrub don't they need water? And as
before prompt on the dot Number One Bus left the site back down to
Mandraki<br />
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Winding back down round
and round I could clearly see Kos, Gaili and other islands in the
distance and sea, blue the colour of ink topped with choppy white
waves. The cafes and Tavernas too hug the water front protected from
the rocks and waves with miniscule beaches two umbrellas wide. As we
wondered through business as usual vehicles small enough to work in
the streets, bikes perched on steps designed as a rack. Washing lines
projected out from the upstairs balconies, steps jutting out at
random to access postage size bits of garden with Fig and Pomegranate
trees. On every corner step and stairwell cats lay sunbathing,
washing or scrapping for food. The houses perched ever higher and
higher onward and upward with intricate mosaic pebbled doorsteps of
seabirds, dolphins and flowers. A beautiful place to visit. Then back
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Having been held prisoner by blood seeking insects, buzzing and banging in the night, power cuts and no water I am now ready for all eventualities.<br />
Greek phrase book in case have to phone or shout for help and need a Greek Man.<br />
Phone as close to outside wall as possible to ensure a signal short of standing on the roof<br />
Torch for loss of power over a length of time if and when my back up electric power units fail<br />
Plug ins first line of defense, Insect spray second line of defense and not in the picture Flip Flops for bashing the buggers<br />
Antihistamine cream for when they succeed<br />
Tablet for mifi connection more successful for help requests than Phone and a source of entertainment when lying in wait<br />
Air conditioning controller ready to blast out cool air and high rate of flow to send them packing<br />
and water bottles just in case<br />
Map in case I need to rendezvous or direct someone to my place.<br />
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Never had to go to these lengths in the UK for a goodnights sleep and yes I have got mosquito nets on all windows but the buggers hitch a lift in anytime on me or the cats.<br />
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Day and night the Epar Road sees life to and from Kefalos and beyond. As I sit on my
patio, in my lounge or look out the bedroom window there it is.</div>
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The Early morning
Garbage collections two even three times a week, The Club
Robinson Bus picking up it's workers.The School Bus taking the
teenagers to Andimachia,The Tingaki Express, the Mastichari, Mamaris
equivalent for early pick ups or late drop offs. The Hotel and
airport pick ups. The Kos Bus.</div>
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The tour Bus JD or
Kefalos Tours out or back from a day of trips round the Island or the
night bus for the Sunset tours to Agios Theologos or Zia, the
shopping in Kos or Zia excursions or Greek Night a chance to dance
the night away to Bouzuki. Or the bus that will take you to the Boat
for Barbecue and beach or three Islands.</div>
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The cars , the rentals
shiny new and clean, The Ikos minis, The Big I've made it Black cars, the SUV,s so
I've got Olive Trees man, the little beaten up Fiat Pandas with whole
families or the Priest off to church or the beach. The Flat Bed's
laden with bits,for the land or to feed the animals or the Beehives
about to be re-located to pastures new or Goats shipped off for …..I
don't like to think.</div>
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The delivery trucks of
Peris' brothers and their drinks, the Cheese Man, The 'Fruit is
lovely fresh and cheap Van', The any old garden furniture van or the
garden plants, small olive trees, herbs Basil, Rosemary Mint.</div>
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The Fire Truck just
checking and occasionally the Police and Ambulance</div>
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White Van man, The Iron
man, Manolis Anthoulis catch me if you can man, Lafarge Baton the
Concrete man, The Butcher, the Baker, even the Candlestick Maker for
the Church of course van it all goes past..</div>
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The Scooters and peds
all day long zip up and down, Quads, Buggies still easier than
Shank's Pony.</div>
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But up and down they go
dressed for the beach doing battle with Flamingos and sharks as the
wind tries to whip the Lilo's out of their hands. A quick trot down
and a slow laborious one up. I want to shout at those intrepid
walkers making their way up to the Village at Midday, 'don't do it'.
There are the white bodies just arrived, the red ones not been here
long but want to catch the rays, The covered up ones who spent too
long in the sun or sensible build up to it ones. The eager children,
the pushers and buggies and even the occasional mobility scooter.</div>
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At night the tone
changes, dressed to impress, party or dine, the mosquitos fly over,
heady on perfume not sure about the anti skeet sprays and while some
people repel, others are plagued with the biters wearing a halo of critters.</div>
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As the day quietens down
the cats and dogs cross the road, chickens pop out for a morsel,
Goats and the solitary Cow get relocated in their field, who knows
what they are eating but if it's wild dry grasses and weeds could
they come up a bit higher and clear my garden. Whatever time of day
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bit blustery today as I drove down to Agios Theologos. The road has
some tight curves as it hugs the contours of the mountain down
towards the rocky outcrop that is my final destination. As I passed
the water fountain where the Old Shepherd sometimes sits watching his
flock in an old cane chair I was fooled into to thinking they were
no where to be seen. But ready with the brakes out popped a few
stragglers to join the herd sheltering from the sun whilst hugging the
exposed rock face on my left. Nothing to do but wait as the ambled
across, nibbling away at vegetation.</span></div>
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men dressed in full Beekeepers outfits sat in the front of a lorry
having a cigarette and I made a note to self to buy some on the way
back. Dragonflies flitted across the wild thyme meadows and birds
took off as I stopped to photograph them. Not for them to appear on
my Facebook page.</span></div>
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get out a photograph of the Goats. They weren't </span><span style="font-size: 16pt;">having
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head bowed low as he came towards me and bloody great horns. I ran
for the car he ran off down to the beach, sorry for disturbing any
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did stop for honey and a sampling on the way back. Couldn't help
notice the advert on the side of the Lorry. Honey from our Yard. Well
that's some backyard they've got if you've ever ventured down to
Agios Theologos</span></div>
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As the fierce heat of the day softens and the blue of the sky becomes streaked with soft turquoise blues, mauve hues and orange in the Evening Sky. The Concert begins .Up in the village the chorus of children screaming and shouting as they play outside with Mums calling έλα εδώ or σταμάτα το as they prepare late tea.</div>
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The hiss, pop and screach of the Scooters coming up the hill. The cockerels crowing and Dogs barking. And the Bells toll sad or glad it still sounds the same as <span class="text_exposed_show" style="display: inline; font-family: inherit;">it rebounds off the walls of houses tightly packed in around the Village</span></div>
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As the night draws in the Old Ladies come out and sit on rickety framed old chairs by their doors as they watch the world go by. Old men sit in groups playing Backgammon, drinking coffee and nearly always smoking as they too watch the world go by. Faces of contentment, amusement still part of the everyday, not shut away in homes or Flats never seeing a soul. People stop to speak, shout greetings, laugh and enjoy.</div>
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The restaurant owners prepare their tables for the evening, still sleepy after a siesta. The youngsters start their promenading, the flirting, chatting and giggling as the Village comes to life.</div>
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The tourists who have made it up to the village saunter around looking for somewhere to relax, eat and enjoy the view serenaded by the haunting sound of Bouzouki rebetiko music playing in the background old and new. The high pitch of cicadas calls from across the waste ground overlooking the harbour. Kefalos comes to life, refreshed after a day of sultry heat yet warmed by the cooler evening up on the hilltop.</div>
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And as you look across the Bay lights twinkle back at you. The reflection in the Harbour hugs the coastline and the dark night sky is illuminated by millions of twinkling stars. I love the evenings</div>
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