Anyone Else Up Yet ......... Vol. 2

But remember, you're an OAP/senior citizen/elder as well and you might find yourself in the social services net.

I had the ame problem but with my garage. I had to get it reroof end and repointed in the end. Cost me a fortune. The garage was all mine but the ivy was growing in his drive and he liked the look of it. When he moved out it got killed but the damage had been done.

At least you tried that avenue, alie, though I'm sorry it was no use. Good luck with Social Services. From what you've said, it does seem likely that your neighbours need some assistance.

Didn't think they'd have many ideas for you, Alie and I don't think mediation would help much with neighbours who won't speak to you. If you approach Adult Social Services on the grounds that you are concerned about the couple who seem very reclusive, they should take you seriously. Good luck!

Well, I went to the CAB and had to wait 3/4 of an hour then saw a man with some hearing difficulty.....showed him the photos of next door garden.....talked, but not really any immediate help with my ivy problem from next door.

He gave me a sheet on Oxfordshire Mediation but I am not sure it exists any more as the phone no and the website don't seem to be there - I have emailed the address given and it hasn't come back yet!
Don't know if they could help with the communication problem anyway.

Thinking of seeing what Social Services have to say too. I think, as Bags said (this thread? another?) they may need help and won't ask.......

Harri
I drove very near Kielder on tuesday - such a difference, the sun was shining and it was a truly wonderful day - hope your DS isn't too soggy!

Marelli and when I also get slugs on kitchen floor- big ones.Never had them before this year and can't understand how they get in.
I used to come downstairs barefoot-. now make sure I've got slippers on .

When! Not me! Honest gov! I'm mean I am, wouldn't give you the time of day let alone a cold!

harri,

Morning all! I slept a little better last night. A little breezy here today but nice and bright.
So far I've cleaned out the coffee machine! Realised I haven't any milk so drinking orange juice instead .
Trying to enthuse myself to do the laundry today instead of Sunday as I have guest from the twinning association staying. I've never met her. Know nothing about her or her likes or dislikes. I've never done this before and only agreed to it to help out a friend who is the organiser and got landed with an extra guest and no host!
I must be mad! I don't cook for myself let alone entertain. I'm really nervous and hoping it goes ok.
Probably wont have much time to post til she goes on Wednesday.
JENI!STOP WASTING TIME ON GN AND GO AND DO THE WASHING!

harri

Quiltinggran I expect that with a name like yours the quilting will be great. I used ready quilted material. I hope you enjoy making it as much as I have.

Nelliemoser Snap! Friday is my alendronic acid day too. I'm glad to take it if it prevents further breaks like the ones I've had this year but with the after effects of my broken wrist and broken shoulder still causing lots of pain, I find it hard not to be able to take the painkillers till later than usual. But I'm going to see a friend for lunch today so that'll be great - and driving myself again too! Freedom!
Glitabo the cot sounds lovely. Do you mind if I steal your idea for my DGD?

Today I am going to finish making a doll's cot. I am making it out of a strong cardboard box. I have covered it with quilted material and now I am putting lace round the edge of it. All I have to do then is make a duvet and pillow set.
I think DGD2 will love it when she comes to play.

Later this afternoon I will go for a swim.

Awake on and off during the night, torrential rain and wind. DS camping in Kielder, looks like another quagmire weekend for him.
Sad memory day, MIL died on this day 31 years ago and it still hurts. She had arthritis and was given the wonder drug Opren, it killed her in 6 months, she was 58

when Get sloshed well soon!

Well I didn't want to point the finger anno . Good to know you're on the other side of it

Posts crossed Anno glad you're feeling better

when..it wasn't me, but I'm sure Anno must have driven past your house and dropped it off!

Keep warm and I hope you feel better soon

Must have bee me, when. I didn't think it was a computer virus! If it's any consolation, mine is getting better and I will have to go to the shops if I don't want to live on the contents of the freezer - mainly fish and broccoli, very healthy but a bit monotonous! Chin up and just relax with a good book.

Hourly? I'll be sloshed by lunchtime! but if you insist

Nope, it wasn't me either - which is a miracle as I've usually got some kind of coldy bug on the go Just have a duvet-day when and take care of yourself - large slurp of whisky with lemon and honey will do the trick if taken hourly

Snooze on and pamper yourself when. I hope you feel better soon. P.s. It wasn't me.

Own up! Which one of you gave me this stinking cold? It's going to be a sofa and snooze sort of a day for me. Keep away from me - don't want you catching it

Good morning all I have been doing my Friday morning "Sit up very straight and take my Alendronic Acid" routine. (a biphosphonate to repair thining bones).

You should just take with water and nothing else for at least half an hour. They are very prone to giving you all sorts of reflux & acid indigestion problems. So no slumping or bending.
So far, by following these directions to the letter I have not had much of a problem. It takes an hour out of Friday morning though. I am glad I don't take them daily.
Still its more time to browse Gransnet. I have had my hour now. So to the Shredded Wheat and the gurgling tum.