These old folk are cement figures we bought some years ago and put on a rustic bench outside our lounge door. They represent how I had to spend a few hours from before it was light this morning - waiting in the queues at the Govt Hospital for my mother's appointment. After more than 2 hours moving up seat by seat, it was announced that the doctor had been called away to an emergency and we could either get another appointment, or wait indefinitely. After that I had to rush back to clean the flat for incoming weekend guests, so I went to get another appointment for her.
@bf2016 Thanks Barbara. Yes we love them too, so we couldn't resist buying them. They weren't sold as a pair, but they seemed to be a perfect match. My husband named them.The woman is Jemima, and I think the man is Frikkie
@narayani Yes, it is frustrating, but at least I'm there to help her. Our Govt Hospital and Clinic system leaves a lot to be desired, but for folk who have very little money, at least they get to have almost free medical attention. It just means long queues and lots of waiting to get that care.
