WOLF: Words from a considered viewpoint

[WOLF ANGEL]

= MAR 9th 2026
MON
Back to the workplace and a degree of disappointment - with a lack of education seeing there are those who cannot read.
I make my point using my usual sarcastic oration to the office, though make my point clearly and concisely.



There's a degree of concern with Mum as she can't remember who it was called in to see her yesterday.
I reiterate who it was, and what they did, though am a tad of worried regarding the medication she is on.
I contact my sister and she's on the case, arranging appointments with the social worker, Carers and Mum's own G.P.

• I sense a degree more vigillance will be required in the near and ongoing future.

 

[WOLF ANGEL]

= MAR 10th 2026
TUES
Day one of a three day enjoyable chore of Grandad duties.
There has been 'an incident' within the school and a trip to the office of the headmistress has occurred.

• It seems the little angel-faced youngster has taken up the persona of one of his Marvel Action Heroes ... behaves like Bruce Banner before turning

.. Best be a Time to change 'heroes' and switch to ..... ... methinks

 

[WOLF ANGEL]

= MAR 11th 2026
WED
Although my employment sees an heavy workoad and challenging delivery requirement, there is at least the satisfaction of achievement at the end of play.
I switch to check on Mum. Her return from Hospital looks to be going well with positive progress being made.
With new Meds and fresh Nebulizer, she looks and sounds well though vigillane is ever required for someone of her age and recent experiences.

A respite from Grandad duties see me have a (very) early night - Never has a bed been more welcomed and comfy.

A good, solid three hours sleep and my over-active imagination sees me awaken for a night of cat nap siesta type blocks of slumber, though when the alarm clock radio sparks into life.

I am quite rested and ready for the next day ahead ...

 

[WOLF ANGEL]

= MAR 12th 2026
THURS
Day two of Three.
It seems the change of Super heroes may have worked, as comes back with a two smiley-faced card.
The weather sees a vehicular as opposed to a pedestrian pick-up and it's a happy sing-a-long trip.

 

[WOLF ANGEL]

= MAR 13th 2026
FRI
Day three of three Grandad duty, and the pair have been busy in creative activities.
With cards, collage art and the sprigs of fowered plants in a plastic plant pot with their smiling faces.
With suitable gift bags, Mother's day have been prepared

• "In other News" it's a Pagan 'Happy Friday the 13th"

Pagan Origins: Friday, the Day of the Goddess

In ancient cultures, Friday was sacred to the Divine Feminine.
It’s named for Freyja, the Norse goddess of love, beauty, war, and magic—whose energy embodies passion, intuition, and independence.
As a day associated with Venus in Roman tradition, Friday carried deep connections to fertility, sensuality, and feminine power.

Likewise, the number 13 was once revered. With 13 lunar cycles in a year, this number symbolized the sacred rhythm of the moon, menstruation, and the goddess herself. Far from being feared, it was honoured as a number of creation, transformation, and spiritual insight.
In pagan cultures, a coven of 13 witches was considered complete and magically aligned.

The Truth About Friday the 13th

 

[WOLF ANGEL]

= MAR 14th 2026
SAT
And so I wake, after a rather interesting deam adventure.
I'm sat next to Frank Sinatra, between him and Dean Martin - with; of courrse, Sammy Davis Jr.



The little old wine dinker is keenly telling us about the beautiful italian meal that he created with only the best of italian ingredients, fresh and tasty.
The blend of colours and flavours which induce the require the sweetets aroma of the finest grape.
- Frank looked on with puzzlement
- Sammy had other things to occupy himself whilst,
- Deano continued to be ... Deano

Goodness knows why these folk and this siituation popped into my head - it did however, made me chuckle.

 

[WOLF ANGEL]

= MAR 15th 2026
SUN

• It's Mother's day in the UK, -

Mother's Day - Wikipedia

- and so an apt day to pay a visit both for to celebrate the day with her as well as completing a Welfare check on her.
Bring with me the usual presents of chocolates and floral display it is; as I guess it would be/is for most mums, the semtiment of words and verse contained within the greeting card which means the most.

She is in better shape than she was, and with a stocking up of the Fridge/Freezer, a cleaning of the flat, a check of the medications she should be taking, I am content in the fact that she seems to be doing what she should be doing.

We spend an afternoon of memory recall.
Rolling back the years; though with a focus on the 1960's those familiar tales rear themselves up again.
Several times of "Do you remember?" events of when I was 2,3.4 etc, I'm sure are clear for her, though less for me..

Still, whether it be the constant re-telling or spark of recall, I do have a (actual) memory or two of both those and other major historical events.
It makes me woner is this something which others have similar experience/s of .... or ...

 

[WOLF ANGEL]

= MAR 16th 2026
MON
After a good period of waiting I get the date I wanted.

Part of the requirement to obtain (U.K.) State pension is to provide such in relation to Divorce.
Being as it was over 20 years ago it presented a challenge; to both me and my ex-wife.
We both have a good search for the document to no avail and I end up having to search Government archieves.

Now it is in my possession, I send off the application proper, and await it's return and confirmation of entitlement

I have to say; whilst paying; through Taxes for all but 6 months of my (long) period of working life - from the age of 16 years, it is one of the few benefits of /a reward which make the realisation of getting old tolerable.

• (I'm especially looking forward to the Free Travel being available)

.

 

[WOLF ANGEL]

= MAR 17th 2026
TUES
It's St. Pat's day (to be sure) and daughter number 2 takes the day off work to celebrate.
Being part Irish (on their Mums side) it's an (any) excuse (as if one was needed to down the Irish nectar

• Guinness - Wikipedia

.....With all it's different variants .....

There was a time when I would gladly join her, though need to be mindful of over-doing the alcohol intake (even though the Iron element is a great temptation)

• To be sure

 

[WOLF ANGEL]

= MAR 18th 2026
WED
Day of the Plaster cast removal for Daughter number 1; following her broken foot incident, - and she cannot wait for such.
- She's always been a tad impatient and adopted the Jim Morrison philosophy



I drop her off at the hospital and within 10 minutes, she announces through What's App. that it's off! =
The sight of the 3 inch stitches from the op. looks a bit gruesome - and true to her nature, and of no surprise she takes pleasure it sharing the pic on the 'family' group.

• However, -"and there's more..."

It's replaced by a boot which she has to keep on for a further 6 weeks =
'Dad's concern is knowing her, that having been given the option to remove it now and then would see it 'rested from use' more often that not

 

[WOLF ANGEL]

= MAR 19th 2026
THURS
Another day of Grandchildren pick-up, and I'm pleased to say the sign of good (musical) education.
An earlier in the day 'bargain' purchase (50p ) of a Beach Boys CD for the car gave me the opportunity to play to them.
- It being a sunny/warm day, then one has to listen to the surfer boys (it's the law isn't it)
- - It went well, and saw Happy Smiling faces, as they showed a particular liking for ...

• (ALL SUMMER LONG)

There is indeed history for/with the group as I recall my elder Granddaughter (now 16) had this beaut as a favorite play when she was younger: =

• (DON'T WORRY BABY)

(It's great being a Granddad )

 

[WOLF ANGEL]

= MAR 20th 2026
FRI
The first day of Spring arrives and a time of witch I embrace the Lore of the land.
My credo of Faith celebrates the date/time with a walkabout the local area.
Though the days of the 5 mile yomp at apace are well behind me, I'm still able to enjoy an amble of pleasant ambience along the pathwayss of olde pedestrian route.
Stopping to appreciate the greenery that still remains - despite the constant desire and pressing for progress, I am gladden within my heart, and indeed soul.

• The Spiritual Meaning of Ostara

Representing a sacred threshold of:

• Balance - equal day and night, reminding us to harmonise our inner and outer worlds
• Renewal - a chance to release what feels heavy and embrace fresh energy
• Growth - planting seeds, both physically and spiritually, for what we wish to cultivate

This is not a time for force or urgency. Instead, Ostara encourages gentle expansion, like the first buds of spring pushing through the soil.

..

Ēostre - Wikipedia

 

[WOLF ANGEL]

= MAR 21st 2026
SAT
Well that was quick.
My application; sent Mon: 20/03, is returned and confirmation of my 'Old age' is acknowledged. (I don't know if that's a good or bad thing).
I make my way to the local Bee Network transport office and complete my application form for free bus (and nominal £10 tram) public transport

....

• It should take about a week to come, - which'd be quite timely =

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Spring seems to be here (well a Sunny day in Manchester is a treat of sorts)
A turning of the seasonal wheel always seems to bring with it a refreshment of energies, and with it's change there is a re-invigeration of vigour which sees a shiver of sensitive vibration within the body felt.

- A warming sunrise is a good start to refresh the body and I begin to start on 'the big clear out and up of the home.
There's a lotta paperwork to sift through before I think I can feel content in my re-organisation, though as Lao Tzu once upon a time ago "A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step" - and so the removal of memories will commence.

 

[WOLF ANGEL]

= MAR 22nd 2026
SUN
With a good clearing out completed I'm reminded of memories good, bad and sometimes unfortunate.
It's a time consuming task that I did kinda forsee.
As I recall per item, per paper and per connection with the past, it takes some time.

I guess at least a start is made.
- Still, the process of cleaning physically is helping mentally, and I sense a degree of order being a good template for the future.
I set up my piles of material to 'deal with, another day'' and settle in for a quiet evening. of relaxation.

• A lot of soting of same old, same old - and ..

 

[WOLF ANGEL]

= MAR 23rd 2026
MON
A brief day in the workplace, but before I begin, I take up an appointment at the bank.
A check of the finances in preparation for my escape from the ritual/s of daily duty and calculation of pensions
It is an aspect of requirement (Maths) which has never really been of great interest to me.
~ As long as the bills could be covered I've never 'chased the dollar' (or moreover, Pound stirling)

• And as was said ... "Money can't buy me love, - and - Love is all you need".

i've for far too long put off the 'R' word (Retirement) but as 'time waits for no man', it gets to a moment when things need to be done.
- Still a bit of i's dotting and t's crossing to do. but i.t. is a start.

 

[WOLF ANGEL]

= MAR 24th 2026
TUES
Post collection of the little 'uns, we get back to the (daughter's) home and we await the return from school of their (14th) Birthday boy brother.
(How time flies - especially upon the arrival of autumnal years)

Upon his return from school he is greeted by cards and prezzies - suitable for someone of his age.
Whilst there are several to go through, the modern age of 'convenience' attributed to online shopping is tinged with a degree of disappointment; as there are packages which have failed to arrive.

Maybe it's the expection of failure to delivery these days that there is more disappointment on the donor than the recrepricent
(Tis the modern age)

There is a spead of unusual delight. No Birthday cake (guess he's too old for that)
The MFSB family gather around and there is a degree of fun enjoyed.

The early evening and return home at the end of the event sees the Manchester rain joined by the howling of a wind that makes walking let alone driving feel a tad of trepidation.
I negotiate the standing water on the motorway and significantly I note others had slowed doen to a reasonable speed of travel - Lokkks like even the 'boy racers' have realosed the degree of danger that the weather has despathched.

Good job I wrapped up and warm at home, and decide retiring to a comfortable bed is one's best option.

 

[WOLF ANGEL]

= MAR 25th 2026
WED (1/2)
Having a full day's leave of absence from work allows me the opportunity to 'go to Town. (the oft used Manchester expresion for the City Centre)
I'm fortunate to live across from the Metrolink tram stop that takes one to the heart of the City, and at the travel rate to do so makes it good VFM.
The Manchester weather is still a factor, the howling wind, sleet and snow showers mixing in with an unwelcome amount of rain mean just one thing ...

- for after all -

• And so, with Big coat on, I make the trip prepared for the elements.

- First stop is financial, - I meet and organise funding for the future.
- - Second stop a visit to HMV record stop - where i purchae some items of relevance.
- - - Third stop is further financial - for an information gathering exercise
- * The forth/fifth is for some food and drink of sustenance

- before some liquid refreshment -
........... >

 

[WOLF ANGEL]

= MAR 25th 2026
WED (2/2)
I make my way to my sixth port of call for a re-stocking of my Christmas gift purchase of Moonshine
Having had the Very Berry flavour, I switch to their PEACH flavour

= O'Donnell Moonshine - Smooth and Delicious Liqueurs!

(There are a number of others to partake, though I think One bottle per month is a treat I can afford to take up)

Dancing through the showers (using arcades and shop awnings, I refill with Iron supplement before returning home via 'the Met'

• = A most productive and 'enjojoyable/eventfulI', Fun day

 

[WOLF ANGEL]

= MAR 26th 2026
THURS
The weather; whilst still having a nip in the air, is much better, a quite welcome and somewhat apt change; as it' sees another Grandchildren pick up.
The walk back from the school a lot easier, though I do get somewhat aggrieved at the etiquette of some drivers around the school site.
Focusing on the road, and pedestrians around them is one thing, - Disregard for other users of the King's highway becuase of their own indvidual desire to believe they have right of way in all circumstances as they collect and depart the said area an be both frustrating and annoying.

I play safe and avoid where I can, and/to return the little 'uns home safely, whereupon I visually educate them: - Going from ...

- To a much more entertaining show filled with action and adventure .....

I have to confess a more beautiful Submarine I have yet to see - along with Commander Shore's "Anything can happen in the next half-hour" a saying that has stayed with me though the (many) years - and found to be true.

 

[WOLF ANGEL]

= MAR 27th 2026
FRI
A couple of 'adventures' in the night see me firstly being evicted from my home by strangers - though from my positionof oversight seemed to give me the impression that I was 'not there' and more of a spiritual obsevation than a physical one.

The second was much nicer, as I interacted with a female who was of somewhat vulnerable position.
It's wasn't as bad as it sounds - I was more of chivalrous rescuer/protector in my actions - and made for a better wake up for/to the day

Today sees a day of Pre-birthday preparations (for,tis a full day of activities planned for 'the big day)

There's sorting and cleaning, - wishing and drying to do
Though at the end of it - I enjoy a pot of Tea.
(It's all Rock and Roll)

After a phone check-in with Mum (who is decidely improved from where she was) I forgo my 'early doors' weekly ritual of 'Iron refreshment' and retire for the evening ... That'll be Old Age setting in I feel

 

[WOLF ANGEL]

= MAR 28th 2026
SAT (1/3)
It's Official.
The day of becoming a (U.K.) O.A.P. (Old Aged Pensioner) has arrived.

There is a full day planned with my daughters and Grandchildren begins with some breakfast at local cafe bar.

• Jointly owned by former England Lioness (and Celebrity 'Queen of the Jungle) Jill Scott and partner Shelly Unitt

There are a number of coffee/cafe with a good deal of Footy memorabilla,and merchandise to purchase -
I make my selection of Ham and Cheese Toastie and a Cappuccino.


It's then off to the match. ...

 

[WOLF ANGEL]

= MAR 28th 2026
SAT (2/3)

..

Getting to the ground earlly sees us able to have a pre-match drink and snack.
I get a match day programme, check out the starting line-ups, read the Club/s news (for a most reasonable fee of £3:00) and wrap up warm for Manchester weathher can be - at the least - changeable and ... unusually
Whilst the Match was somewhat one-sided, we get to meet and engage with the players for a short chat and I get a photo with her = . ... (Jess Park)

(I'd post my whats-up pic, - but my I.T. isn't playing!)

Then it's off for food....

 

[WOLF ANGEL]

= MAR 28th 2026
SAT (3/3)
With the match behind us, we get an uber and we're off to see the grandchildren.
They are; as usual active and noisey, though seem pleased to see me.

My Granddaughter; currently 'on-tour' with her Rugby ckub has left me a gift.
She says when she saw it thought of me straight away and thought it was quite apt for me ...
--- The Sage spirit incense spirit sticks come with it's own decoraate container with the words of"There is always Magic to be found, - if you believe" etched upon the vessel

• - Witch is Nice

- (the (teen)Grandson getsme an essence of another descript...

The food is ordered and arrives - It's food from the orient - a banquet of delight
- BBQ Ribs

• Beef and Tomato
• Honey and Lemon Chicken
• Chicken balls
• Beef and Tomato

Salt n' Pepper Chips​

Fried and Egg Fried Rice​

Noodles​

Seaweed​

Prawn crackers​

.. and some nice sauces

A nice little bit of everything fits the bill, though I think my eyes and mind are not on the same wavelength and my belly is filled (and it's a big belly!)
Still a Fun-Filled Family day makes it a day to remember - : )

 

[WOLF ANGEL]

= MAR 29th 2026
SUN
Following yesterday's busy day I enjoy a nice lie-in and apart from a bit of a sort out, I spend the day 'keyboard warrioring'.
I complete some text reporting on the WSL (Womens Super League) football games I have been watching and find someone whose ignrance of the sport (in general) requires some guidance/assistance which I gladly relate.

I am looking forward to tomorrow's post; where I'm hoping to receive my previuosly applied for form for my free public transport card.

Having taken appropriate advicein another matter, I've also got to follow up on some other legal requirement I have to deal with.
It's boring (but much-needed) stuff to do - .... Tomorrow .

 

[WOLF ANGEL]

= MAR 30th 2026
MON
Well I'm a tad disappointed in the fact that Postman Pat did not deliver the expected Free bus pass - ah well, maybe tomorrow (?)
Almost at the end of my annual leave I still have 'taxi duties' to do.

I may my way to collect my mother for her regular though annual eye injectio appointment
'Macc.' is a fair distance from both she - and with no public transportation to assist travel, so the car is the only real option,

I get to Mums in plenty of time - however, upon doing so it seems very much ahead of time; as when we get there it seems that she's got the date wrong and it's actually tomorrow - ah well - bless.

I get to spend some time with her and we; once again wander down memory lane.
She tells me that the formerly closed down restrurantis due to re-open which would give her and her fellow apartment residents more opportunity to meet/liase..

I feel it's important for those who either need or would benefit from interacting with their peers to do so, for in their common interests and understanding and it'll be a positive action - if it comes to fruition.

Upon my return, I grab a chippy tea,

• and settle down to a night of Netflix.