Normally, these runners come hurtling towards us at the speed of a car with failing brakes and the steering locked. If you’d asked me which is worse, not seeing the grandchildren or the internet going down – you know what the answer would be, don’t you? Make one up - I did. And that, as far as I can see, is the only difference between total lock down and social distancing. Never was I more relieved to hear the ping of an incoming email. He has appeared on stage in the West End and on Broadway; and has starred in, or written for, countless TV series. I clear Woody’s calling cards off the lawn. Share on Facebook - opens in a new window or tab, Share on Twitter - opens in a new window or tab, Share on Pinterest - opens in a new window or tab. He wasn’t 18 when he joined up – he was 16. His weekly diary will appear on Telegraph.co.uk every Tuesday for the next three weeks. That’s when she sees me, carving knife in hand. We haven’t been to a shop since 15th March. Under ‘normal’ circumstances’ (do you remember those times?) Her husband is a successful musician, also depending on live gigs – he was supposed to be on tour. Total meltdown, both of us running around like headless chickens as I talked to my WiFi guy on the ‘phone. I do cursory Pilates. Having prattled on about my dislike of the modern telephone with portable handsets, I have to confess to blatant hypocrisy. Copyright © 1995-2020 eBay Inc. All Rights Reserved. I’m a total phoney! The first major consequence of the lockdown that directly affected me came while Boris was still speaking. Sellers declare the item's customs value and must comply with customs declaration laws. But with this wretched coronavirus, 80 is not a good age. For additional information, see the Global Shipping Program, This amount includes applicable customs duties, taxes, brokerage and other fees. Barely 5 minutes from our home we are lucky to have some relatively quiet woods where, under current lockdown rules, we are allowed to take our permitted doggie walk. I dial. Certificate of Authenticity. Moya’s shoulder, almost six month’s after the operation, is killing her. The highlight of all this was calling my friend Barry Cryer to wish him happy birthday for yesterday. 95? We did, however, allow ourselves to pop to the shops. Do you know how long I was hanging on last time? It’s etched in my brain. We’re in lockdown. Please review our, Join the conversation, log in or register to comment, The latest offers and discount codes from popular brands on Telegraph Voucher Codes, George Layton turns to the whisky to help survive lockdown life, How to harness your community spirit in Lockdown 2 and help those in need, Six reasons to stay cheerful among all this doom and gloom, Finally, the clinically vulnerable are being trusted to use our common sense, Our children suffered enough in the first lockdown – at least let them play football this time, Rosa Silverman's diary of a family on lockdown. Let’s go to Lemonia.". Boxing Day at their home was a fixture. 'Phone rings in the bedroom. I was full of good intentions. Woody, the family pooch is like a teenager you just can’t get up in the morning. She is in stoic pain. First official day of lockdown, and it looks gorgeous out there. Your country's customs office can offer more details, or visit eBay's page on. Moya: (calling) Georgie, can you get that, there’s no ‘phone down here…. If only she’d move that bowl…. In the Layton household, social distancing meant no restaurants, no films/theatre, no public transport, no tennis, no bowls (my new passion). Beautiful blue sky, very fresh, but sunny. Before yesterday’s lock down Moya and I had been social distancing for over a week and I have to tell you that there is hardly any difference. Of course, it had to be my fault. No age is good if your life has been snatched prematurely. Two hours later, all working perfectly. Saturday! I close the door. On his instructions we unplugged the router, we unplugged the booster, we unplugged the computer, we even unplugged the skybox. She’s gone downstairs. Clear the shed. These dedicated but selfish athletes appear to be oblivious to the beads of sweat and globules of snot they leave in their wake. George Layton's career as an actor and writer spans almost six decades. These photos emanate from a working newspaper archive thus concede routine physical imperfections that can include production flaws, hand placed editorial notes, and paste residue. Telephone continues to ring. But today, this gentleman of the jogger road, pauses the stopwatch on his wrist and puts our mutual health above his personal best. Nothing to do with lockdown; I’ve always been a lousy sleeper. I may be in the vulnerable over-70’s section of the community, but there’s still life in the old dog yet. George Layton with his wife Moira. Like all freelancers and the self-employed throughout the country, they are sick with worry. After receiving the item, contact seller within. Actually, at the risk of sounding smug, we’re getting on tremendously well. 'Phone continues to ring. Don’t get excited, it’s an honorary degree. Not that it has ever worked. I run up to my study. I’m a latter-day Lord Foppington receiving all and sundry during my routine matinale. I take a look. If you reside in an EU member state besides UK, import VAT on this purchase is not recoverable. Goodness – I couldn’t have put it better! Never once did I hear him complain or talk about the horrors he went through. It just makes me angry. We go for a Woody walk in the woods, avoiding anybody within 20 metres. I know I’m on dangerous ground here, but I’ve got to say it: women cannot load a dishwasher! Unheard of. “These photos emanate from a working newspaper archive thus concede routine physical imperfections ”, {"modules":["unloadOptimization","bandwidthDetection"],"unloadOptimization":{"browsers":{"Firefox":true,"Chrome":true}},"bandwidthDetection":{"url":"https://ir.ebaystatic.com/cr/v/c1/thirtysevens.jpg","maxViews":4,"imgSize":37,"expiry":300000,"timeout":250}}, Estimated Delivery within 15-25 business days. And I’ve slept terribly. I’ve never woken up from a deep sleep. George: (calling) Darling, the telephone’s ringing…. I’m like a dog with one ear cocked. This amount is subject to change until you make payment. The above is fantasy. What I know comes from my wife, who the over years painstakingly drew the odd memory out of him. Layton on Lockdown: diary of a (not so) vulnerable 70-something In the first of a new weekly coronavirus diary, actor, scriptwriter, raconteur and mild asthmatic George Layton … And I only use it where gravitas is required. We miss the kids. This first day of lock down, helped by the weather, has a novelty air to it. George Layton on October 20, 2020 at 9:26 am Sophie – I have only today, 20th October, seen your comment on ‘L in L’ -18. The Telegraph values your comments but kindly requests all posts are on topic, constructive and respectful. And on the plus side no ‘Why did you leave it ‘till Friday to book, why didn’t call earlier in the week?’. - Vintage photograph 1236184, These photos emanate from a working newspaper archive thus concede routine physical imperfections, Trevor Eve with his wife and children. Actually, it’s bloody cold, but at least our younger daughter, a hard-working and successful agent for emerging and established writer/performers whose live gigs have all been cancelled, can throw her two-year-old twins and their five-year-old brother out into the garden while she tries to boost the morale of her clients. Oh God, not more mind-numbing hours on hold…, George: (into ‘phone) Goodness, that was quick! Moya points to a bunch of brown bananas nearby. I hear the answering machine click into action: Female voice: This is a message for Dr. Layton…. None of the usual ‘Thank God it’s Friday’ anticipation of the impending weekend.
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