Alton's Autumn Schedule

Sat 10th to Sun 11th Sept:- Oakgrove (Macc) to Marple, Bugsworth & Whaley Bridge.
Mon 12th Sept:- Whaley Bridge to Oakgrove (Macc).
Tues 13 to Wed 14th Sept:- Oakgrove (Macc) to Marple, Romiley & Ashton under Lyne.
Wed 21st to Thurs 22nd Sept:- Ashton under Lyne to Romiley, Marple & Oakgrove (Macc).
Fri 23rd to Sat 24th Sept:- Oakgrove (Macc) to Marple, Bugsworth & Whaley Bridge.
Sun 25th to Thurs 29th Sept:- Whaley Bridge to Marple, Kidsgrove, Middlewich, Nantwich, Chester & Ellesmere Port.
Thurs 29th Sept to Sat 1st Oct:- Ellesmere Port to Chester, Middlewich, Anderton & River Weaver.
Sat 1st & Sun 2nd Oct:- Acton Bridge Steam Rally, Leigh Arms, River Weaver.
Mon 3rd Oct:- River Weaver, Dutton to Vale Royal & Anderton.
Tues 4th to Fri 7th Oct:- Anderton to Middlewich, Kidsgrove & Oakgrove (Macc).
Sat 8th to Sun 9th Oct:- Oakgrove (Macc) to Marple, Bugsworth & Whaley Bridge.
Mon 10th Oct:- Whaley Bridge to Marple & Oakgrove.
Sat 22nd to Sun 23rd Oct:- Oakgrove (Macc) to Marple, Bugsworth & Whaley Bridge.
Mon 24th to Tues 25th Oct: Whaley Bridge to Marple, Romiley & Ashton under Lyne.
Wed 26th to Thurs 27th Oct:- Ashton under Lyne to Romiley, Marple & Oakgrove (Macc).

Please note the above schedule is our plan but this can change due to traffic, stoppages or other activities outside our control. To ensure your delivery it is always best to place an order with us by phoning or texting us on 07791345004 or emailing us on nbalton102@yahoo.co.uk
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Family First

I know that this blog is for our business, but as most of our customers are like a big family to us, I thought I would update those that are interested on my Sister Aileen's progress.

Aileen has had a brain tumour for the past 11 years & over that time has had surgery & various sessions of treatments. Near the end of last year she decided to cease any further chemotherapy or radiotherapy as this just wasn't working. Since then her coordination & memory have gradually deteriorated, but she has been grateful for each day she has on earth. She has done a lot of charitable / volunteer work including running art classes & singing workshop & other activities through the Big Life Centre & other organisations in Stockport. We've had some fun times together too, celebrating our Birthdays & just chilling out together.

A fortnight ago Aileen had a bleed on the brain, followed by a stroke & was admitted to Stepping Hill Hospital. She was very ill, barely able to speak & very little memory. We were told there was little hope of improvement. Against the odds, slowly & surely she has improved. Last week she was able to return to my parents home on the Wirral, where we made the dining room into her bedroom & got a hospital bed etc. She is very happy to be back amongst her family.

On her first night home we all sat down around the table with curry & beer to celebrate my Brother Mike's birthday & Aileen's home coming. Since then Aileen has made some small improvement. She's able to walk a few steps & is eating much better.

Last week I returned home to my parents from Tuesday to Friday in order to help care for Aileen & give my Mum & Dad a break. Aileen continues to keep positive & is just grateful for each day, it was great to spend time with her & we had lots of laughs. I took her out in her wheelchair for some great walks down by the Mersey & we had loved reminiscing about our childhoods. On Friday we even got out for a lovely lunch at Garrett's Bistro in Bebington Village, whilst Mum & Dad got away for the day with friends.

Finally a big thank you to Ann Marie for holding the fort whilst I've been away. She's been a star, loading Alton, serving plenty of customers & sorting out lot's of other things that needed doing. So a big hug & THANKS Ann Marie.
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