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12Michael Thu 14-May-20 06:09:50

Good Morning Everyone,
Its yet another bright blue sky this morning over Brackley .
Its feels strange because its so quite.
Today, await delivery of the hair trimmer, which is n the hands of Royal Mail so can expect soon.
Despite being an early riser , a routine I have had a job to shake off , thanks to being used to getting up early , when I was n full time work.
Mick

creativeness Thu 14-May-20 08:09:50

A happy birthday to Marydoll! Also is my birthday too I'm occasional poster . Have good day all.

gillybob Thu 14-May-20 08:01:50

If Barclays is struggling I don’t think there’s much hope for the rest NotAGran . Still it seems those of us who have been left behind are being offered £100 compensation. I would tell them where they could shove it if I weren’t so bloomin’ desperate .

To apply with a different bank you have to open a new business account with them .

Oopsadaisy3 Thu 14-May-20 07:55:54

Good morning Mike from a frosty Oxfordshire, so pleased that I resisted the urge to plant out my seedlings this week , the sun is shining but it’s zero degrees so I’m happy that the heating is on. Where did Summer go?
Still coming to terms with the death of MIL we hadn’t been able to see her since early March and it’s difficult to remember that she is no longer with us. Funeral on Friday, and a zoom meeting Afterwards for all of us that can’t go in person.
Have as best a day as you all can and stay safe.

Susan56 Thu 14-May-20 07:52:13

Good morning from the Shropshire borders.Brilliant sunshine today.?

Happy birthday Marydoll????

Have a good day everyone.

NotAGran55 Thu 14-May-20 07:50:24

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NotAGran55 Thu 14-May-20 07:49:42

Gillybob Just a thought if yer own bank is struggling.

Could you apply to a different bank ? From what I understand some banks don’t require you to be a current customer .

Scentia Thu 14-May-20 07:47:30

Good Morning all from East Staffordshire. What a lovely sunny day we have here today.
A big Happy Birthday to Miss Marydoll? hope the sun shines for you.
A day in the factory today as DH is having a day off. He has to do his online speed awareness course today too.
First I will walk to the garage to pick my car up and then return home £380 lighter and drop it off then walk to work with the pooch.
Take care everyone and stay safe ❤️

Gelisajams Thu 14-May-20 07:43:16

Good morning and Happy Birthday Marydoll from a bright Morecambe Bay. I assume it’s cold as the heating has come on.
Off for an extra long walk today as it’s our exercise free day.
Maybe a bit of gardening and sewing later. That Sewing Bee has a lot to answer! Take care and stay safe everyone.?

Pittcity Thu 14-May-20 07:42:33

Good morning from sunny but chilly Colchester. Heating back on.
Stocking up at Lidl, Amazon delivery and family chat while doing an online quiz today.

Happy Birthday Marydoll ?

Pantglas2 Thu 14-May-20 07:41:47

What a glorious morning for Marydoll birthday ?!

Got my big girls nickas on to do the fortnightly shop later this morning and I’m hoping to pick up fishnchips on the way home for a late lunch!

Must dash to the Maths class - there are last minute things to sort........

cornergran Thu 14-May-20 07:41:06

Morning Mick, morning All. Blue skies over our corner of Somerset. Off for a walk before beginning to haul the units back into place against the newly painted wall. Let’s hope the wall remains pristine or heads will roll grin.

Wishing you the happiest birthday marydoll. ???

A special hug for gilly and anyone else finding life hard, be gentle with yourselves everyone in these strange times.

Gingster Thu 14-May-20 07:38:41

Sunny Suffolk NannyMcDee? It’s grey and cloudy here on the Suffolk coast. Send those blue skies our way please.

Good morning all.

Happy birthday MARYDOLL ?

We went to the forest yesterday and the rhodedendruns were out in full blowsy bloom. Well some of them were. Lots more to come. So beautiful. ! Very quiet and peaceful there, only saw another couple and a man with 2 children. Car park still closed.

My elderly SIS had to have her cat put to sleep yesterday and she’s so sad. She’s always had cats and she has another old girl with only 3 legs and terribly over weight, so I don’t think she’ll be long for this world. I fear a depression coming on. ?. I’ll send flowers ?

A walk along the beach today and a bit of shopping. I’ve lost motivation for gardening and housework. The novelty has worn off. ?. Kind thoughts to all ?

MawB Thu 14-May-20 07:32:23

Good morning all and a Very Happy Birthday to Marydoll !

I hope you have a lovely day (given the circumstances!) but can still enjoy the love of your dear ones around you to whom you mean so much xx

gillybob Thu 14-May-20 07:28:48

Nothing new to report to be honest but at the risk of upsetting a certain someone’s very delicate disposition .....the morons at Barclays still haven’t got their act together, despite banking with them for over 26 years. I know I’m not the only one as there are thousands of us left out in the cold. So much for loyalty. Another day of being on hold and fobbed off . angry

mancgirl Thu 14-May-20 07:26:56

Good morning from a sunny Manchester. Happy birthday*Marydoll*???. Hope you have a better day Gilly Mr manc coloured my hair yesterday. Gave us a good giggle. I think he thought he was painting the fence, not touching up my roots! Feels much better anyway. A walk today to post a friend's birthday card. We'll do about 3-5 miles. As we can't go to the gym, this is our preferred way of exercise for now. Don't know what we keep finding to talk about! Have a good day everyone. (((hugs))) to those that need one,flowers for those with extra worries and wobbles.

brook2704 Thu 14-May-20 07:26:35

Good morning everyone from a cloudy and cold Inverness.

Happy Birthday marydoll hope you have a very lovely day ! ??❤️???

Just doing the same as usual again today ? an online exercise class, some gardening and a local walk through the woods .. I’m trying to make the most of it though !

Hope all GNs have a good day and find something to enjoy.

Take care everyone and special thoughts to those with extra worries and struggles ?

NannyMcDee Thu 14-May-20 07:24:54

Good morning from sunny Suffolk.

Hope you all have a lovely day whatever you may be doing. Stay safe.

Puzzler61 Thu 14-May-20 07:24:49

Good morning Mick and All. Blue skies over Worcs. so a lovely start to the day.
A very Happy Birthday to Marydoll . I hope you can feel all the fond wishes coming your way on your Special Day. Enjoy it ???? X
Meat box due today, it’s always great quality from local farmers. Only other thing planned is to go to the village of my childhood - 20 mins drive - and take a nostalgic stroll around it’s lanes.
Wishing all a happy, healthy day ?

farview Thu 14-May-20 07:16:04

Good morning everyone...a beautiful blue sky here in Lancashire
Happiest of birthdays Marydoll ⚘?⚘
gillybob always on my mind and hoping things improve for you!
Take care all ?

NotAGran55 Thu 14-May-20 07:12:30

Good morning all from sunny West Berkshire .

Weekly highlight is the shopping trip to Waitrose straight after the vulnerable slot this morning.

Other excitement includes moving stuff from the garage into the new shed that my husband and son erected over the weekend.

Happy birthday Marydoll , enjoy your day .

Good luck with your hair trimmer Mick . Have you used one before ?
My husband bought one in John Lewis on the Saturday before lockdown in anticipation. He couldn’t do his own and my son has become the resident barbour.

There seems to be more traffic going past this morning, folk off to work I guess ?

Have a good day

NanKate Thu 14-May-20 07:09:06

Good morning Mick and All.

A lovely sunny day here in prospect in South Bucks.

HBTY HBTY HBDMarydoll HBTY ????

There’s nothing to worry about Kitty I think you are in for the long haul ?

Ginny42 Thu 14-May-20 07:05:40

Good morning Mick and all from a bright sunny morning in Cheshire. The frost as low as the cars is swiftly disappearing in the sunlight. The trees are absolutely still in the wood. The horse chestnuts festooned with candles. Such a lovely start to the day.

Happy birthday Marydoll. Enjoy your day, Do your maths students get the day off lessons? smile

Thursday has come round so quickly, so will be out clapping for the brave people at the forefront of keeping the country going.

I hesitate to say 'same old same old' as I'm pleased to be safe and well doing whatever I choose. Take care all. flowers for all.

grandMattie Thu 14-May-20 07:04:25

Good morning everyone from a chilly bright E Kent.
Happy birthday marydoll ?
Good luck today gillybob ?
Same old ... oh, painter is dropping paint off before starting on Monday. At last, the insurance has paid off for making good the subsidence. The saga has been going on for over 6 years... a long haul, but the house is being entirely redecorated for “free”.

Oldbutstilluseful Thu 14-May-20 07:02:45

Happy birthday Marydoll. I hope it’s filled with joyful surprises.

kittylester Thu 14-May-20 07:01:41

Good morning from a bright North Leicestershire.

Many happy returns Marydoll, I hope you have a fabulous day.

Nice to see you gilly please keep us up to date.

Really exciting day at Lester Towers today. A Sainsbury's delivery this afternoon and this morning we have to record a birthday message for dgd3's birthday. DH is talking party hats and balloons. shock

He has also started selling stuff on Ebay and up to now has sold a 1937 typewriter and 2 blanket boxes - I aim to keep moving just to be on the safe side grin