Soops kitchen refuge for gentle ladies

Sunshine on the outside but sadly very much heartache here within our Kitchen.

If only we could prescribe healing vibes that truly worked but it is very helpful hearing stories of what others have gone through which may very well help another now facing similar circumstances.

I am thinking particularly of you Ann and the way Doodle has truly expounded offering her side of a similar story and I hope it points you the directions you should be approaching.
It is very true Hospital talk very often makes little sense and they talk as if in another world........not meaning to misguide and trouble you further but simply they are over loaded with so many complications from their patients and the strict ties within the NHS these days.

Whilst it is so good hearing the precautions your family Baggs are putting into place things to make life safer for your Mum following her fall and broken ribs.Hopefully all will prove a great aid........and that she is now in less pain.

So sorry hearing of you having another fall Anno and indeed as Baggs`s mum well knows, fractured ribs are truly painful,and so does your man it seems Bellanonna
Wishing you all early healing....and no more dreaded falls.

Oh! dear Corner no sooner do you start getting all your decor and sorting in order than you fall foul with the dreaded lurgy.............hope it is not the same kind other dear GN friends have had recently..........get well soon.

How I would absolutely love to indulge in the scones,homemade raspberry jam with whipped cream or best butter Feelingmyage.............were I to do just that I would be missing from the kitchen and lying very sick on a Hospital bed yet again...................however some of our group are going to be the lucky partakers!!!
So kind of you.

You certainly are going from one surgery to another these days Soop, but at least you will be showing a very nice lot of "tusks" after your Dental visit!
Whilst "Countryfile" is another firm favourite it is not in my favoured spot like *Escape to the Country" is.

Life is very difficult here at the moment as my dear man is, if anything, in worse pain than ever and has had a completely sleepless night...............whilst the wheels of our Hospital are turning so very slowly.Sometimes it is so easy to fall into real despair..... and I have quite a fight to stay with my head above the cracked parapet.

I can but wish each one of you,especially those going through truly bleak days,some hope on the horizon.People willing to listen and share is in itself of great value.
Love and blessings together with TOYA.

Thanks all for your sympathy. These falls are all due to my own carelessness but that doesn't stop me feeling sorry for myself!
A lovely day, though cold and a bit breezy. I have things to plant but can't bend far enough. Luckily I've found someone to help out. Some lovely lupin plugs came in the post the other day and I don't want them to die before I get them in.

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Good morning.
This is the first time I have included any photos. Who said dogs and cats don't get on? We call the spaniel our "therapy dog" for very good reasons, she is so gentle and loves company. I think there are many kitcheners in need of such therapy at the moment.

Needless to say that I am thinking of all those in pain and those fearful for loved ones.

It worked ?

It worked on more than one level Lineamillion!!!!!!
I am such a sucker for dogs so my heart melted immediately!!!They truly are such an uplift.
Already I feel very much better......thanks a lot!

BTW I do believe you mentioned you come from S Wales........I live in Pembrokeshire.......so how close are you may I ask?

Definitely heart-warming, 1inamillion. And your cat looks quite soothing too. I could use some pet therapy just now.

Not close Panache, we are on the Glamorgan Heritage Coast and when it's clear we have a lovely view of the high Exmoor cliffs. ( I have sent you a pm )
Delighted you liked the pooch, we have her for two weeks from tomorrow as DS and DiL are going on holiday to Nepal for 2 weeks. They are flying from Cardiff too, so much easier than getting to Heathrow. DiL says she can't wait to check in and when asked destination - to say Katmandu.

linamillion The animals are gorgeous and I cannot believe they are such friends especially as they do not normally live together.

They do live together Charleygirl5
They are our son and daughter in law's pets ( two cats who are sisters and the spaniel )
However we often look after Wilma as they are working and live very near us in the same small town.

Ouch anno, sorry missed your original post. Falling is no fun, please be as careful as you can. Since osteoarthritis arrived in my knee my balance is dire, fortunately so far my falling activities have been more embarrassing than painful.

I would happily dognap the spaniel 1inamillion, every time I see the pet photos I am reminded that my please, well nagging, to acquire a dog is falling upon seriously deaf ears. .

The cold is well, cold-like. It will pass soon enough I hope. Sending special thoughts to all struggling with illness, whether their own or that of a loved one. Its an uphill struggle sometimes.

TOYA

I am feeling very unenthusiastic today! House tidying does lose its appeal after a few days, as you are only too aware Panache!
Must get on - plants to plant!

Thought I would send a happy photo,hope it sends??Matilda used every item in her craft box to decorate her Easter bonnet!

Oh my! Both photos of happy animals and an adorable wee girl wearing her fabulous Easter bonnet. I'm uplifted.

A quick pop in. It's been a busy day. The GP hopes that the inflammation is due to trauma. It isn't worsening. I keep taking the tablets and report back next week. Confirmation of Oncology appointment for later next week. To phone before we embark on the long journey. If lab results are in, we proceed. If not, we return the following week.

It's the village car-boot sale tomorrow. MacSporran is busy shifting "stuff" around the loft. He threatens to get rid of "stuff" that hasn't been used for at least five years.

I am about to sort through my "stuff". It's likely that I shall find something to sell. All takings will go into the holiday fund tin in the knicker drawer. It's looking healthy at the mo'. We hope to take a long weekend away in the Highlands once we have a reasonable gap between hospital appointments.

TOYA and a cheerful farewell to one and all. I shall return tomorrow.

susan that Easter bonnet is fabulous on a pretty young lady.

soop may I suggest that you open a bank account and pop that money in it please.

There’s a lull here so thought I’d nip into see what’s what. We’ve had friends staying for a couple of days, a young couple with an almost 3 year old, who is a charming but very lively wee boy. They took themselves off to a local attraction this morning, returning mid afternoon so the little chap could have a nap - mum didn’t reappear. I’m guessing she dozed off too, dad went upstairs about half an hour ago and hasn’t returned!! I’m thinking it may be quite a long evening as there’s no way a 3 year old will want to go to bed after such a late nap - I may need to deploy all my best grannying strategies tonight!

soop what an excellent plan to have a wee break when it’s suitable to do so. Good luck with that decluttering and selling, looking round our house I can see how “stuff” has accumulated in the 10 years we’ve been here. We arrived newly decluttered but now..... I’m sure items breed when I’m not looking!

Love that Easter bonnet Susan, what a lovely cheery photo. corner my balance is rubbish too. It was never great but since having a hip replaced a few years ago and now with dodgy knees it’s awful. I feel I like I’m always having to concentrate on where I put my feet and not just rush around willy nilly. Like you it’s mostly my pride that’s been damaged but after a broken joint in my hand a couple of years ago and more recently a badly sprained ankle I’d much prefer to stay upright. Hope you’re mending anno

panache you’ve such a lot to cope with every day, it’s amazing that you stay so cheerful. Not without a lot of effort on your part I’m sure, I guess your positive attitude has seen you through difficult times in the past and still does the same today. Wondering how Ann and Mr and Mrs Syn are going and what news of Izabella?

Well it’s still like sleepy hollow here, I’ve got a chicken casserole in the oven, thankfully it’s a tolerant sort of dish that can be a moveable feast if necessary. Wishing you all a pleasant evening and of course toya

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Meant to attach some blue sky photos from yesterday’s walk, it may been sunny but warm it certainly wasn’t!

Susan A lovely pic of a lovely little one! You’ve obviously done a great job of stocking the craft box!

Soop. Glad the inflammation isn’t any worse. You both need that long weekend!

Panache Another uplifting post! I think it’s wonderful that you keep so cheerful.

I hope we soon hear from Ann Syn and Izabella.

TOYA

My H is being transferred to a ward in a community hospital which is part, not geographically ,but just a few miles away, of the hospital he is currently in.
He just needs palliative care.
He is not eating but is drinking small amounts.
My D must go home tomorrow and was broken hearted to leave him today thinking she may not see him again.
I feel that I am living in my own little world and the rest of the world is revolving around me, going on it its way without me.
It is a wierd feeling.

Lovely pictures to raise the spirits.
What more could we want than adorable pets, beautiful little girl and lovely blue skies. It makes you realise how wonderful life can be.

I hope mr Panache gets some relief from his pain and soop’s inflammation subsides.

TOYA

Good evening, the kitchen! Made it back this afternoon from Land of My Fathers (well, Land of His Fathers, actually!) and the internet free zone that is my sister in law’s. Didn’t do us any harm - I read three quarters of a book! Pleased to find Sis i L mobile after having pins in her hip recently, and raring to get out and about (albeit at a snail’s pace!). We took her to the seaside. We had a nice lunch and ice cream and the weather was superb.

I haven’t got time to catch up tonight - I need to unpack the bags; but will do my best tomorrow. DS is coming down for the football so I will have a couple of hours to myself and Gransnet. TOYA.

Queenie please be careful because you will be loosening the cement holding your prosthesis together each time you trip and or fall.

ann. and a gentle hug.

Anyone seen kitty lately? Have I missed her or has she been quiet for a couple of days?

Good luck at the car boot soop, I used to love selling at them, poor Mr C had to be dragged along, he hated it.

Take care everyone. There’s a glass of chilled while waiting for me, apparently it’s good for colds [grjn].

ann, at last, that is good news for you and your H. But I am sad for your daughter. I know how she feels. xx

Ann I am sad for you xxx

Ann - us lot aren’t going on without you! We’re just doing different stuff and while we do it we are thinking often of all the kitcheners who Are doing the tough stuff! We’re a bit like an outer layer to your very intense world and we will all be here when you need us. Promise!

My heart goes out to you and your family as you face such overwhelming troubles. Take care.