Saturday was met by an early start to get to Durham for the Big Meet. Only the divy that I am meant that I'd left my mobile in the car. With a mad dash back and a quick decision to drive instead, we were in Durham within half an hour and soaking in the already moving banners. Alas we didn't see our home town this time.
The sun came out and everyone has smiles on their faces. It was a brilliant day and although I had reservations about certain company joining us, it turned out to be a fantastic time.
Although I must admit the bus journey home could have been done without.
Fast forward to Sunday and it's more work on the house day. We've cut through the crap and removed four of the cupboards. Just the ones on the other side now!
Just as we'd spent hours and hours removing the cupboards, one panel finally gave way to show us something that has been lodged there for almost 50 years- The Dandy! An orginal copy too! And the name of our family written in pencil in te top corner. Must have been ordered by the newsagents. It was dated 1967. Whilst my dad thought it could be a time capsule, it looks to me that it's been dropped by accident with some colouring pencils. Although my mam said it could be my grandads sense of humour as they'd moved into the house in 1967.
Lodged in all the debris was a coin too. A two shilling one with George 6th on it. 1949. That's a load of history just hidden in a load of dirt.
Can't wait to keep unearthing it all!
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