Great Expectations. by ladymagpie

Great Expectations.

The sun’s shinning, the skies are blue and it’s that special day with so much expectation. I waited from early morning by my front door, just to greet my favourite postman Anthony and his cheerful smile. I was so surprised to see he had his his van with him today, perhaps there were so many sacks of Valentine cards he need the van. I helped him in with the mail, perhaps not my usual sack full and after a chat, bade him farewell.

A lovely cup of coffee and I sat down to open the cards from my admirers, would Tom, Dick or Harry remember me today, what lovely words would be written? I opened the first and was greeted with a card that said I had won £300,000 pounds in a draw, but I would have to send money to claim it. The second envelope contained an advert for window blinds, not what I expected at all. It continued until all the envelopes were strewed around my feet, there was not one word of love. Well I could mention the new car advert that said we would LOVE to see you at the dealers again.

I will just have to try harder this coming year, slimming down, wear seductive clothing, and generally flirting more with the younger men.

I'm joking really, I would rather have a Chinese Takeaway or a good plate of Fish and Chips.
Super shot and a classic story.
February 14th, 2015  
Wait a minute! You didn't refer to a Mr. postman song! Great shot of the postman.
February 14th, 2015  
I'll join you for some Chinese!
February 14th, 2015  
What a great postmen you have, he sure brings mail with a smile :) good thing you have your 365 family, lots of hearts and love today!
February 14th, 2015  
Heather, you do make me smile, well, laugh! A lovely shot of your cheery postman!
February 14th, 2015  
This one day comes and goes, but the spirit of Valentines Day should be present every day of the year! That my sentiment for the occasion! :-)
February 14th, 2015  
So you waited a long time for this postman. Hummmm, could there be another reason? lol
February 14th, 2015  
@thresheg @newbank @nicoleterheide @quietpurplehaze @congaree @miata2u Thank you for your comments, FAV's and sympathy.

@juliac If you want a song, what about "All alone am I" Brenda Lee
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wnApJcGBDFY
February 14th, 2015  
@miata2u Yes I admit my heart misses a beat when he arrive, because he brings little packages to me with antiques in.
February 14th, 2015  
Super capture. I have to Fav your story, quite typical!! 😁
February 14th, 2015  
haha super fun candid of your happy postman
February 14th, 2015  
Fav! I enjoy your stories and pics! :0)
February 14th, 2015  
Love the story and your super postman!
February 14th, 2015  
happy valentine Heather ........... there you go haha
now stop stalking that postie I can see fear in his eyes
February 14th, 2015  
Bon appetite!
February 14th, 2015  
Sound like my mail. I am with you, would love some good fish & chip or Chinese take away. Although it had fish last night it is hard to find good fish and chips. A good dose of malt vinegar helps them taste better.
February 14th, 2015  
Bep
Enjoyed your story! A fav because you made me smile.
February 14th, 2015  
Fabulous shot. Brilliant narrative
February 14th, 2015  
he's got a brilliant smile and I just loved your story - Fav
February 14th, 2015  
Great to be back and read your funny stories. Love the image of Postman Pat, sorry, Anthony.
February 14th, 2015  
He looks a cheery fellow to brighten up the day!
February 14th, 2015  
Ah, such a plaintive story. Reminds me of my favourite version of the Beatles song, done by the Marelettes http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x1mpd1_the-marvelettes-please-mr-postman-1_music
February 15th, 2015  
By the second sentence of this delightfully funny story, I was hitting the fav button!
February 15th, 2015  
Nice photo... "love" ya and the stories.
February 15th, 2015  
I like your postman - is he smiling because he likes your jokes too? Great shot and great story. Fav
February 15th, 2015  
@carolmw @dizzyd @cjwhite @ivan @philcameron59 @woofandweft1 @janiskay @gijsje @claireuk @rosiekind @rubicon @windridge @linnypinny @mzbull Thank you al for your comments and Fav, almost as nice as getting a Valentine Card.

@fugitivemoments Thank you Linda, gret song and a good video.

@fjmom Thank you Carol, perhaps he had wind rather than smiling.
February 15th, 2015  
Great shot fav!
February 15th, 2015  
Your narrative is as good as your photo :) No valentine here either but I had my family around me for the weekend - that will beat Valentine any day!
February 15th, 2015  
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