Wooden Hearts
The spark had been missing lately so our fifth wedding anniversary called for just one thing – a trip to the sauna!
somewhere a bit more upmarket than this for our anniversary celebration.”
“Actually, the fifth anniversary is the wood anniversary.” You gesture around. “See… wood.” Then you add hurriedly. “But I do have a back- up plan.”
An hour later we’re sitting in a country pub called The Woodcutters beside a blazing log fire with real logs, that crackle and spit and occasionally fall against the grate with a sigh. We’ve just eaten a slap-up meal and now I’m finishing the wine because even though it’s my turn to drive, you volunteered – to make up for your white lie.
“Happy anniversary, Laura.” You push your glasses back on your nose in that way you do when you’re feeling vulnerable and pass me a gift-wrapped box. When I rip off the paper, I discover a slightly wonky jewellery box handmade in wood.
“It’s what I’ve been doing at my evening class,” you say with that same shy pride I remember when you were awarded your ‘I can swim’ certificate.
“I love it. It’s absolutely beautiful.” I pass you my present and watch your delight as you unwrap a wooden stand for glasses in the shape of a nose.
“I love it. Thank you.” Your face glows in the light of the flames. “Have you forgiven me yet? I had the best motive. Those extra three weeks gave me time to pluck up the courage to ask you out.” “You’re totally forgiven.”
“Let’s come here again, Laura. How about next week?”
“Sounds fab.”
Actually I’m starting to feel just the teeniest bit guilty. Because you weren’t the only one who pretended they couldn’t swim for longer than was strictly necessary. But I think I’ll save that for next week when I’ll pay the bill. I’ll even offer to drive!
BY DELLA GALTON
WEEK: OCT 20 – OCT 26, 2020
AQUARIUS
You don’t have time for anything but work and social responsibilities. If you feel anxious about fitting in new commitments, explain you can’t take on any more.
Astro Tip: Practise relaxation.
PISCES
Pay attention during an online conference. You don’t want to misinterpret someone or lose out on a great opportunity through not paying attention. Astro Tip: Find out other people’s strengths.
ARIES
A new partner may not be over a past relationship and you’re worried they might go back with their ex. Gently insist that it is time they made a choice. Don’t wait around for them. Astro Tip: Take the initiative.
TAURUS
Whether you’re raising money for a worthy cause or volunteering through your local council, what matters is that you are helping.
Astro Tip: Stand up for yourself.
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CODEBREAKER Phrase: FUNNY GIRL
GEMINI
Don’t think you know what your partner is thinking. You may not completely understand each other but don’t let it drive you apart. Astro Tip: Sensual delights will relax you.
CANCER
You wonder about a new friend or partner’s behaviour. Their conduct when you are together is a world apart from the person they are in public. Astro Tip: Look after your health.
LEO
You have plenty to say but are you taking in what people are telling you? Your family and friends need to feel you are hearing their words if life is to be harmonious.
Astro Tip: Take a risk.
VIRGO
When you work from home you worked harder and longer. You didn’t want your boss to think you were shirking. Be stricter about keeping a balance. Astro Tip: Trust your intuition when it comes to money.
SUDOKU