Soop's kitchen for kind and caring folk

Great to see all of your posts, you've all made me smile one way or another.

Feeling very frustrated as I woke up this morning with an exceptionally painful right hand and wrist which is so painful it's difficult to do much with it.

It's been bothering me for a few days but I wasn't expecting this, and with Mr. S. still below par it's proving rather awkward. So, being unable to do anything marginally constructive, let alone baking, I'm reduced to bringing a few bottles of to the kitchen.

Tuck in, keep yourselves well and happy and I'll be back tomorrow.

TOYA xx

Doodle, have a virtual hug from me, the safest kind at the moment. It's so disheartening isn't it, to cancel all the things that mean so much to us. Keep your chin up and be kind to yourself ❤️
Charleygirl I know everything you have written is well meant but times haven't changed much since the end of 2017. I could write a thesis on my specific problem but someone else has already done that so there isn't any point. Please leave this there, since if you knew what I know you would. I live with the situation but I do not let it define me. It may not be ideal but I'm okay, honestly. ❤️
Take care all kitcheners, TOYA

Evening All. I’ve read all your posts but not a hope of responding to them all.

A warm hello to people I’ve not met before and a hug for all, new or old. I think we’re going to need all the virtual hugs we can get in the near future.

Nothing like some cancellations I know but there’s disappointment here, a much looked forward to stay with friends has been postponed. We were going tomorrow, today’s announcement has triggered a mind change from us all. Wish us luck in the morning as we need to go in search of fresh food. I suspect it will feel as if we’re breaking all sorts of rules but needs must. No one close by younger than us to go for us and we are both pretty healthy so should be fine.. Our friends on the other hand have far too much food, bang goes their diet. .

We’ve got the necessary ‘stuff’ for far too much decorating. Mr C will be wielding a paintbrush forever I fear. Help! I’m hoping for garden pottering weather. This too will pass.

Take care everyone, stay virus-free

Cherry my apologies- it certainly was not my intention to upset you. I agree, 2017 is too soon- I had visions of 20 years+ so end of conversation.

Maybe it is me but I found it very cold today even with the sun out. May/June cannot come soon enough. I have visions of a clean uncluttered house, bags of stuff for the charity shop and paperwork in order with a clean car, inside and out. I can dream!

Tara and I will have an early night.
TOYA

I am a regular reader of this thread although I don't contribute and would appreciate anyone's thoughts on this - the Scottish Goverment has issued the following guidelines today: "People over 70 and those who have high risk and underlying health conditions are being strongly advised to stay at home as much as possible and significantly reduce unnecessary social contact". The way I read it is they are treating the two groups (people over 70) and (those who have underlying health conditions) as the same. My family are telling me I should not be out and about because of my age but I have no underlying conditions and am not on any medication. Obviously a lot of the areas and events I would be attending are no longer relevant but I feel I can still go on public transport and get about if necessary. Am I been foolish and should I start hibernating? At the moment I have DDS after school as his school is still open and at other activites (although I think they may be stopping soon).

The advice is that anyone over 70 has a lowered immunity just because of their age so we are more vulnerable!

I think avoiding Public Transport except for necessary journeys is advisable.
You are looking after DDS and that is a risk to you so think your family are being a bit unreasonable to be telling you what you can and can't do?

Jacq10 you might get more answers if you start a separate thread for your queries . It will get lost very quickly here in the kitchen as it moves very quickly. As a stand-alone thread it will be much more easily found by those who can advise.

What a busy kitchen! Ann I feel for you.
We went to a very quiet London at the weekend and hardly saw anyone.
Then came home ...
Well DiL almost certainly has Covid and the two DGC stayed here last night. Littlest now has a fever ?.
If we make it to the weekend without any symptoms I will feel very lucky!
Since we made our move to the country, I have felt so blessed but that it was too good to last. Let’s hope this is something that will pass ?

Thanks for your replies. Having just watched the statements issued on the 10 o'clock news I can see now where the family is coming from. Will just need to realise I should do what I am told!!!

Nannytopsy I hope your fears are unfounded. Keep us updated x

Nannytopsy our daughter and young grandson are unwell too.DD thought little B had his usual teething fever and cough but she now has a fever as well so we just don’t know.She has an underlying health condition so am feeling worried.I hope that you and your DH remain well.
Normally if the children or grandchildren are unwell we go and help.It doesn’t seem right to leave them to manage but that’s what we must do.Hoping our son in law stays well.

susan and nannyt you must be worried. Here’s hoping your fears are unfounded and your families are returned to health very soon. for you both and anyone fearful for themselves or their family.

Isn't life becoming so difficult - with a new "warning" or set of rules being issued every day, or so it seems. Every resident is on lockdown for 15 days here in France from mid-day tomorrow, so a beach walk in the sun in the morning for us and the dogs before then. After that, we shall see. So sorry to hear of your real concerns, Nannytopsy and Susan56 but of course hope that your worries are unfounded. Stay well, everyone. Sleep well and try not to worry.

Welcome to the kitchen Jacq , you’ll be in good company here !

We felt just the same NannyT . Hope you escape this virus and that everyone stays safe x

Sorry to read that NannyT and Susan
It is all getting close to home isn't it?
I am in a difficult situation here as my S and GD both live with me.
They both work with colleagues and my S with the public.
My GD uses public transport.
We are getting rather paranoid but this is their home now as well as mine.
I think callgirl is in a similar situation.
Worrying about it is why I am posting at 2:30am!

Jaq10 I have had the Riot Act read to me by my daughters and while I appreciate their care it did irk me to be treated like a grounded teenager.
I am shocked to read of the abuse you experienced Charleygirl (I’ll set Hattie on to them if you like - when she wakes up)

However to be serious, to read Nannytopsy’s post makes me realise that “it can’t happen to me” is not necessarily the truth so hatches will be battened down here too.

May I share the very sweet birthday card three of my grandchildren gave me at the weekend?
The littlest is 5 and apparently wrote her message entirely herself
In case it is too small on your “device” it says
“T Granee I hop you ha fantastck buft dai love Pippa xxxxxxx”
It will be treasured ????
TOYA

I can never keep up with The Kitchen, but just want to send my very best wishes to all who are ill or anxious about family members.
It's a very anxious and worrying time for all of us.

Morning everyone another sunny morning here, I think I’m going to nip out to Tesco this morning for a few fresh bits of salad and bread for the freezer. Would it be ridiculous to wear those blue disposable gloves (I have a whole box) which I can then dispose of? I thought that would be easier than trying to wipe the trolley handle etc.
I have a feeling this self isolation for over 70s may be made mandatory at the weekend as I thought Boris did drop a hint in his speech yesterday.
Stay as safe as you can.

Maw that’s brilliant! I echo her sentiments! Sorry I missed you birthday and Lins I think.
I suppose if we do get covid, we shall then be immune and able to relax!
Some jam, butter and sterile sourdough bread on the table. ( I wiped it all over with hand sanitiser!)

Maw,I love the card,definitely one to treasure?
tanith,I would definitely wear the blue gloves?
Thank you for the kind thoughts and TOYA

The blue nitrile gloves are an excellent idea. A visible reminder to others too. I have a box from when I was caring for Paw st home, I wonder if they are still usable?
Sanitizer cake, yum yum!

MawB that’s how I happen to have a whole box too, I suppose I’d better check if there is a expiry date on the box.
That card is lovely.

I have half a box left from the same situation but at 2am I ordered two more boxes from Amazon.

The glove itself will protect you. Being sterile would have protected your patient from your germs. Should be usable still