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alt_narcissa) wrote2012-12-14 11:46 pm
alt_narcissa) wrote2012-12-14 11:46 pm
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We've just returned from this year's MLE party. Mafalda certainly outdid herself this time! (And did the celebrating to show it, as well.) And what a clever idea to hold the party at the Protector's Collection: Truly, it was a fitting venue for the Protectorate's finest. And not coincidentally an excellent opportunity for their new catering staff to show its mettle.
It was so good to see Claudius looking much more himself. Bettina's holding up like an absolute trooper but I can tell she's relieved he's back in the office and seems to be resuming something like his old workload.
Though apparently there is less to do, if half the department can be believed! Everyone was talking about how well the Irish situation is settling. Such good news, too, after it brought so much tragedy. Foxe has done a superb job, by all accounts.
I must say, if it's not too trivial, that I'm more than pleased with the new boots I wore this evening. The worst part of any of these parties (and there are so many this time of year!) is that one stands round - and no amount of pleasant conversation can quite make up for the pain of an ill-fitted shoe. These have been marvellous. I may have to change my plans for some of the other parties coming up in order to wear them again. Or simply get another pair!
Despite that, however, it has been an excessively long week. I think we may need to pare down the list of obligations for the coming one, if I am to survive our own party intact. At this point, the only thing I look forward to is the fact that when that one is over, I shan't have far to go in order to fall into bed!
It was so good to see Claudius looking much more himself. Bettina's holding up like an absolute trooper but I can tell she's relieved he's back in the office and seems to be resuming something like his old workload.
Though apparently there is less to do, if half the department can be believed! Everyone was talking about how well the Irish situation is settling. Such good news, too, after it brought so much tragedy. Foxe has done a superb job, by all accounts.
I must say, if it's not too trivial, that I'm more than pleased with the new boots I wore this evening. The worst part of any of these parties (and there are so many this time of year!) is that one stands round - and no amount of pleasant conversation can quite make up for the pain of an ill-fitted shoe. These have been marvellous. I may have to change my plans for some of the other parties coming up in order to wear them again. Or simply get another pair!
Despite that, however, it has been an excessively long week. I think we may need to pare down the list of obligations for the coming one, if I am to survive our own party intact. At this point, the only thing I look forward to is the fact that when that one is over, I shan't have far to go in order to fall into bed!
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I am quite looking forward to your gala, my dear, particularly coming as it will at the tail end of exams and a very busy term. Do let me know if there's anything I might do to help with preparations.
It's lovely to hear, meanwhile, that Claudius is much improved. I've been thinking of him. Do give Bettina my best.
Yours,
T
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Agree that it was better than any of the last several. And the PC is worth exploring. Found the sculpture and funerary monuments displayed in the lowest level ... engaging.
Fair to say, everyone's pleased at CY's return to the helm. Continuity is crucial.
Expect to hear that you've set off a rush on boots. I hope the cobblers of the Protectorate are prepared for the spike in demand that is sure to greet them tomorrow. They did look well on you, which can only magnify the envy others feel.
As for the weariness caused by the season's whirl, you know my recommendation: redoubling my usual regimen multiplies the resources I have for everything else. In fact, I think I'll take my own advice and add a half hour to my morning and noon sets tomorrow.