Going out out

Just back from being out out. How lovely it was too. We both burst into tears and then laughed at how soppy we are. Spent nearly 3 hrs sitting in our cars with the doors open catching up. So much to talk about after 8 weeks. Next week we are going to take some lunch and find a quiet spot where we can sit on blankets in the sunshine. Something to look forward to.
Oh and I remembered how to drive!!

I already have 3 GGC Tillypuppy
It brings home quite starkly just how ancient I am. ??
I'm sure your new status as GGM will keep you smiling for years to come. ??

Sorry last post was meant for Anrol.

This is such a sad time, words fail, thinking of you.

Thank you Gabriella. My children live away, we talk a lot on the phone but home is just me and an elderly jack Russell who is lazy and happy in our cottage garden. Most of my neighbours are shielding we call each other for chats and putting the world to right. I am hoping this will not last much longer I have my first great, great grandchild arriving in September and am hoping to have a cuddle. I spend lots of time knitting.

Tillypuppy
That's extraordinary. July 21st? I bet most people who are shielding will be hopping mad at that news.
Do you have friends to chat to on the phone, family?
I know phone calls don't take the place of human contact, just being out in the world but please take every opportunity to come on here and rant or just to read how others are coping.
Take care and my very warmest good wishes to you...??

I seeee... ??️?️ well, that puts a whole new complexion on the matter, Mrs C.

The new going out rules are wonderful,but for those who are in the shielding group it is a joy we can not share. No exercise is allowed and like other friends in the group I have now received a letter from the government to inform me that they are extending my shielding to July 21st.we are still locked down and not allowed out of the house, no shopping, exercise no face to face contact even at 2mtr distance. I am climbing the walls now and I am in my eighties and less active than many. Younger people must be going crazy. I fear if a new wave kicks in the shielding group will still be locked down at Christmas. I am beginning to feel like a prisoner.

No-one recognises me, though, because I was wearing one of those saber masks at the time.

‘Twas fun, tinged with sadness, reading all your plans. Thank you for your kind wishes. xx

??? for you Mrs C, ma'am...a drink of ☕...a slice of ?....?

Your ever so 'umble servant
Ms G.

Wow! Fencing chump ? sorry...champ.
Well well well, I'd better steer clear of you Mrs C. ? ??

I am an Olympic fencing champion.
Be warned.

GabriellaG54 we have been back to England a couple of times each year from 2016 to 2018 so was able to see all the family then. But my ill health has stopped us visiting since then.

Laurensnan - he shouldn't be bringing your grandchild with him

Last post to Callistemon

Maybe we can organise outdoor exercise with walking poles (I have 2 sets)
We would have to keep the current distance of 2 metres to avoid poking each other's eyes out so that's one certainty.
Something along the lines of Zumba called WPR. Zesty Muzak and lots of action.
Better than boot camp and the poles will give stability when we are doing kicks.
What do you think?
Would it get many YouTube views? A sensation?
Let's go...???

Grrr... do not go

18.58 post was to Daisyboots

I will keep ?for you both and hope that your dream comes true. 4 years is a long time.
When we can go something every day or whenever we want to, we only realise the true hole in our lives when it's no longer available to see, to touch, to listen to or to share and that goes for our pets our freedoms and possessions but most of all, above all...the ones we love.
Take care ???

?? Your cat must be a bigun...Sunlover but isn't that cruelty?

My husband has driven my cat a couple of times and apparently we have something called a trickle charger. All very technical ?? but am assured car will start.

Thank you for coming back and describing your lovely day GabriellaG54 . What a great day for you both and well worth the drive.

One of my DDs messaged me this afternoon feeling very emotional because she was watching A Place in the Sun and it featured places near us on the Silver Coast in Portugal. She hasnt been able to come for a visit since 2016 and had plans to come this summer with her youngest daughter. Now we are hoping that things may be better by October half term holiday. ??

Things are difficult for everyone at the moment so all we can do is keep safe.

Oh, thank you.

You are obviously not an old crustie!

Anyone who calls me one has to beware of my Nordic walking poles, I have an excellent swing.

FOGO
Frightened Of Going Out