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12Michael Tue 14-Apr-20 06:11:31

Good Morning Everyone,
I am greeted to a dry day but a clear sky here in Brackley.
Today, do a little bit more spring cleaning ,as that fits the tasks well.
Watch BBC breakfast , then the daily Kitchen, .
I saw a Facebook posting yesterday, from a person I knew in the RAF in 70`s , he at his retirement home was admitted to Hospital in Middlesborough with the virus , but had not posted for a week , now recovering from it.
Mick

Curlywhirly Tue 14-Apr-20 09:23:28

Newquay there are some lovely walks in Cheshire; I have been to Beeston several times, (they used to hold a huge outdoor market there on Bank Holiday Mondays), I have also walked the Peckforton hills. Julia Bradbury walked the sandstone trail, which has some beautiful views of Cheshire, there is also a very good pub near the trail - The Pheasant at Burwardsley, which is set high up and also has amazing views, and good food!

Nannytopsy Tue 14-Apr-20 09:19:52

Good morning Mick and all his followers!! Welcome Evie & oldbutstilluseful.
After dropping a very sharp knife on Sunday, I am not doing any gardening or walking at the moment! I somehow slashed my big toe on the side and under the ball of the toe. It’s held together with steristrips at the moment. Ho hum!
Hope everyone has a good day

gillybob Tue 14-Apr-20 09:18:11

Good morning from the NE coast where we have a bright but cold start to whatever day it is today . The promised good weather did not materialise here this weekend .

I’m off to “that place” soon just to check on things and unset/reset the alarm for insurance purposes. I’ll pick up the post too. Wish I had an open fire here at home . There are things I need to get finished for the end of the month so might try and box it up and bring it home.

I hope your DD and baby Henry get some positive news from the paediatrician and dietician this week susan ?

Welcome Evie (lush name) and oldbutstilluseful . I hope to see you both posting often on this lovely Good Morning thread.

Sending best wishes and lots of love and sunshine to everyone during these strange times.

Gillybob x

Brunette10 Tue 14-Apr-20 09:14:49

Good Morning from a beautiful day here in Fife, it's so uplifting to see the sun once again, long may it continue. Welcome Evie and Oldbutstilluseful - enjoy our lovely thread. I can't believe that I'm sleeping so much later than normal. For goodness sake why am I so tired? I had a number of chores to do yesterday which were all finished so today - well what's to do? I shall probably just go around the whole house again whilst DG is out in the garden making it just as tidy as house wink. We do have a routine I'm glad to say and tbh not finding our days too long, it's tea time before I know it. Sad listening to all the headline news sad. Keep our chins up though, keep doing as we are advised and we shall get through this. Have a good day all flowers

Pittcity Tue 14-Apr-20 09:11:41

Good morning from a grey skied Colchester. Feels chilly after last week's sun but I suppose it's the right weather for April.
About to venture out to Lidl to stock up. It's a two minute walk away but it feels like an adventure as life shrinks.

harrigran Tue 14-Apr-20 09:10:26

Good morning from a sunny but cold NE, still frost on the cars at 8.30 this morning.
We are expecting a delivery of ready meals, enough for four days, not got a time slot yet.
Yesterday was spent in front of the TV and I read half a novel.
Meals are getting interesting, found some treacle puds in the cupboard, a rare treat with custard.
Bread all gone so cheese and biscuits with olives for supper, thankfully we still have wine.
Stay safe.

Maybelater2020 Tue 14-Apr-20 09:10:04

Good morning from a bright sunny Chester, not sure about the temperature as I haven't ventured outside yet.

I feel restless today and in need of a good brisk walk. My little dog will have to make do with running around the garden today as I intend to get my walking poles out and get a good walking workout. I have been exercising indoors but it is not the same as being out in the fresh air and feeling the sunshine on my face and I really need to lift my mood.

After a very lonely weekend I will see both grandchildren today when my children deliver my groceries and medication. It will be at shouting distance but I am looking forward to it.

I am also expecting and Amazon delivery of my bookclub's next three books. Small things make my day now.

So many of you on this site are experiencing difficulties and my thoughts go out to you. Have the best day you can everyone.

Mapleleaf Tue 14-Apr-20 09:08:01

Good morning all from a bright but chilly South Yorkshire. The sky is the most beautiful shade of blue.

Welcome to Evie64 and Oldbutstilluseful. I hope you will continue to post and draw comfort from this thread.

Glad to hear that your friend is on the road to recovery, Mick.

Well, it's been a different Easter this year hasn't it? Our Vicar streamed the Easter services via zoom from the rectory.
We were in touch with our family via technology and so able to have a nice Easter, but as I say, different! At least the weather was good which meant DH and I were able to tackle some jobs in the garden.

Today I have some ironing to do and some washing to go outside, so that's me busy for part of the day. ?

Take care all.

Nortsat Tue 14-Apr-20 08:58:05

? Oldbutstilluseful

Nortsat Tue 14-Apr-20 08:56:52

Popping back to say welcome Evie and thank Nankate for the reminder of Ali Farka Toure. We have one of his lovely CDs - I am going to dig it out.???

Largolass Tue 14-Apr-20 08:56:39

Good Morning from Fife where it's wall to wall sunshine but I imagine it's a tad chilly out there. I've a little laundry to do then will phone my elderly neighbour for her shopping list which I'll add to my Sainsbury's delivery due tomorrow lunchtime.
Another walk over the golf course after lunch very lucky to have three courses to choose from and two run parallel with the beach.
BlueSapphire my Dutch SIL hails from Groningen which is in Freisland in the north.

Scentia Tue 14-Apr-20 08:56:22

Oh my goodness, I am laughing so much here!
Just has a text from DD to say thanks for the video of a bedtime story I sent for DGS last night, but did I realise that my ‘Boudior Photos’ from a photo shoot I had on my 50th were behind me on the video??? she has promised not to show anyone else but her and DGS but after all those years of telling her not to send pictures of herself to anyone I should know better!!!

Susan56 Tue 14-Apr-20 08:55:43

Welcome Evie and Oldbutstilluseful??

Anniebach Tue 14-Apr-20 08:54:54

Good morning Auntyflo and all x

Greyduster Tue 14-Apr-20 08:53:06

Good morning Michael and all GNs. The sun is shining in South Yorkshire but it’s not a warm start. Not sure if we will have our short walk today, but DH has plans to make a cake using up overripe bananas, and I have a pile of ironing to do. Oh joy! I made a curry yesterday which we will have for dinner tonight. Something to look forward to! Stay safe and have the best day you can, folks.

Oldbutstilluseful Tue 14-Apr-20 08:49:01

Good morning from a sunny but cold NE Hampshire. I’m dipping my toe into this lovely thread for the first time. It’s so good to know that we are all in this together, living alone I didn’t realise how much I treasured the day to day contact with friends and neighbours. These friendly posts really help.

Newquay Tue 14-Apr-20 08:47:56

Morning all from a bright but frosty Staffs. I love hearing where we’re all from.
I watched a Julie Bradbury Cheshire walk last night from Cheshire Curlywhirly-it showed Beeston and Peckmorton (?) looked lovely. Only about an hour from here so will make a note. . .
Didn’t feel well yesterday, hadn’t slept well and ached (hopefully) from running part of garden circuits.
I count my blessings; am here with DH so can only imagine how tough this must be on your own and with pre existing problems of any sort.
Am looking forward to a Zoom French conversation class this afty.

Urmstongran Tue 14-Apr-20 08:41:03

Aargh! That photo of my cousin’s text won’t send!

I’ll try again later. Hope Tuesday is good to us all. Keep safe everyone. x

Susan56 Tue 14-Apr-20 08:40:42

Good morning from the Shropshire borders.A dry and bright start so more gardening and laundry today.
We had an Asda delivery yesterday so are stocked up for a while now,will manage with deliveries of milk,bread,veg and eggs from the local deli.Quite a lot of the fresh items from Asda had very short dates on them which is annoying but hey ho.No crumpets in stock,Ellan you will understand my pain!
DD went back to work yesterday after her week off which caused me some anxiety.Am trying to keep busy as otherwise my mind goes into overdrive worrying about DD and also about baby Henry.
Stay safe and well everyone.

conor Tue 14-Apr-20 08:32:47

Good morning from a cloudy, chilly Essex. Lazy day yesterday as it was Bank Holiday!! Did sort through some old photos and put a few on our extended family Whats App. The 70s fashions did give our younger members a great chuckle when we all thought we looked supercool?
Workout with Joe today then yoga and singing with Gareth. I do like some sort of routine. Watched 'Quiz' last night. Didn't think I would enjoy it but looking forward to next 2 episodes. Hope everyone has a productive day, whatever that might entail xxxxx

Scentia Tue 14-Apr-20 08:28:38

Kitty
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You can pick your own and they have vulnerable slots.

dragonfly46 Tue 14-Apr-20 08:16:36

Good morning from sunny Leicestershire.

Welcome Evie.

Aggie I am kept awake at night by my DD’s dog snoring. I am wondering when we can get him back to her.

I have so many jobs I could do but don’t feel like doing any of them. I may trim the bits of grass my robot mower missed!

Have a good day everyone and stay safe.

Lins1066 Tue 14-Apr-20 08:13:18

Good Morning Mick and all from a sunny and chilly S Welsh coast. Took it easy yesterday morning then we had an Asda delivery in the afternoon. It has been a long three weeks waiting for it but Mafeking has been relieved!
We are enjoying the Crown too * Blue Sapphire*.
Welcome Evie64.
Take care and stay safe.

Gingster Tue 14-Apr-20 08:12:58

Good morning all. An improvement on the weather today. Yesterday blew like billyo all day and such a cold north easterly. Walked the dog along the beach but not for long as the sea was rough and she likes to dump her ball in there and swim in after it. ?. She’s a cockerpoo and is getting fluffier by the day after missing her last grooming session. Everything sticks to her like Velcro, brambles, burs, twigs so have to brush her everyday. The first time Iv e been bored yesterday. Couldn’t settle to anything wandering from jigsaw to reading. Play for today on the radio has gone down hill and I seem to turn off after 10 mins. I used to look forward to that in the afternoons. Oh well another day, so onwards and upwards. A day further forward to ‘normal life’ . ?. Enjoy your day . ?

NanKate Tue 14-Apr-20 08:09:36

Good Morning Mick Kitty Mary and all the lovely GM posters.

A bright sunny day in South Bucks.

Sorry to hear Kitty about your DD’s non-wedding. Mary I love all the games on GN so please keep posting (I can’t do the maths ones but I give all the others a go).

I have persuaded DH to move the Alexa in his upstairs office into the bedroom as he doesn’t use it much. I have a very eclectic taste in music so I am now listening to the River Album by Ali Farka Toure an African musician. DH says says he feels as if he is out in the African Bush when I play it. ?

I’m going to persuade DH to cut the back of my hair today. ✂️