Good Morning Sunday

Good Morning Mick and all. Dry with intermittent sun here on the S Welsh coast but very windy. We had a quiet day yesterday but an enjoyable one, a walk, some reading and a jigsaw, much the same today I suspect. Enjoy your surprise Bellasnana. Roast lamb for us later.
Stay safe everyone.

Good morning Mick and all from Glasgow, where the rain is coming down in torrents. DH is rubbing his hands with glee, as he planted some grass seed yesterday on his precious lawn.

Thank you all for your lovely wishes yesterday for DH's birthday. Despite everything, and being in denial about his age, he said it was his nicest birthday ever. No great fuss, but just having his family around him was more than he could have asked for.

My eldest son, DIL and my precious wee DGD, arrived first, complete with camping chairs, so as not to contaminate our garden furniture. They were taking my safety very seriously.
I suggested opening the conservatory doors and they could just sit inside. The plan was then to sanitise everything.
They resisted until Noah's flood started!?️?️?☂️
In they came, sat at the very end and I sat in the dining room, while DH held court.
He was beaming from ear to ear! My wee granddaughter stood hesitantly, with one foot in and one out. Am I really allowed in, gran?. She was in like a shot, coat off, wellies off and lay on the settee, as is her habit. No-one has been our home for sixteen weeks.
Just seeing her there, had me in tears. This has been the hardest part of shielding for me.
They left, I sprayed everything in Dettol, then DS2 arrived with his fiancée, complete with beautiful flowers and a mocktail for me to toast DH. My son said she is working towards the favourite DIL crown.???

After they left, DD and her fiancé then arrived. They apparently had a rota organised.
Fortunately by this time, we were able to sit outside and socialise. DD and I had non alcoholic gin from Lidl, I really couldn't taste the difference. ??
In between, neighbours popped in with gifts, so a lovely day was had by all. I was exhausted by the time they all left, but it was worth all the hard work! It gave us such a boost.

The conservatory, with the windows open, will now be left locked up, just to be careful.
All of my children have been working from home and only venturing out for essentials and to support me, so the risks were. low.

The only downside, they scoffed all the goodies, which were served on paper plates, ( no cross contamination), so I will need to start baking again!

My only plans for today are virtual Mass, read the paper and rest.

Before I go, I want to say something.
Yesterday, I received a get well card, organised by a wonderful gran in my GN maths class and also a poster on this thread. It had been signed by the class and others on GN.
I was overwhelmed by her kindness and that someone would take the trouble to bother about me.
It arrived at time, when I was letting things get to me, so thank you, Puzzler. ?

For BlueSapphire and CrazyH , her grandson and those who need our prayers and support. ?

Have the best day you can folks.

Good morning from a rainy Manchester. Mr Manc and ds1 watched the United match last night on an outbuilding that has been turned into a bar during lockdown. Could hear the shouting and cheering in the house! I joined them to celebrate. Maybe not a good idea, I'm a bit of a lightweight drinker ?. Mick mentioned a shopping centre may be closing. The Trafford Centre which is huge, went into administration on Friday. Clearly suffering from me not being able to go during lockdown! Roast dinner, it's that kind of day and ironing. Have a good day everyone. (((hugs))) for those who need one for those with extra cares and worries.

Marydoll what a wonderful day. Sounds just perfect.

Good morning Mick and the GM team, from a fresh east London.
Still shielding.
I would like our gardener to come but my partner is adamant that he shouldn’t come yet.
This may need to be an admin day, bills to sort etc.

I am pleased to read about GNs trips out, walks, drives and picnics with family.
Sar your trip to ‘W’ was successful, raspberries, strawberries and vanilla cheesecake - mmm lovely.
Mellow, your planned session recovering with coffee at your allotment sounds delightful.
Kitty your roast beef Sunday lunch delivery sounds perfect, can you fit in two more (partner and me) please and we’ll bring the wine. Just pretend we’re distant relatives you haven’t seen for decades ...

Have a good day all, ? to those who need them and hello to Bluesapphire.

Good morning Auntyflo and all x

Good morning from a cloudy and windy NE.
Spent yesterday afternoon watching Staged with David Tenant and Michael Sheen, enjoyed it even though it was a bit sweary for me.
I had a phone call from my younger sister who wanted to discuss a book she had just finished and we had a chat. Phone pinged and it was a text to tell me to turn Skype on.
I went off to the study and put the computer on and there was my older sister in Germany, DD and SiL had set it up for her and at last I could see her face to face.
It is a relief to me to know that she can sit and chat now when she is lonely. We are a family of night owls so there will always be somebody about.
Watched On Chesil Beach last night and enjoyed it, the 60s, the time when I met DH.
A day with the newspaper beckons.

Good morning from a wild wet windy Morecambe Bay. No exercise or bike ride today though we do have a booked appointment a local open garden later.
First some exercise and then Zoom church. I think our Zoom church may continue for a while yet. Take care and stay safe everyone ?

Your little GD lying on the sofa after sixteen weeks Marydoll, that is just priceless ?

Gingster, I'd come to the cinema with you!!! Can't wait for ours to open.

That sounded a perfect day Marydoll.
Brilliant that you can FT your sister now harrigran how kind of your daughter and son in law to set it all up.

Good morning from Shropshire where it is still raining!

DH started clearing the garage yesterday as there is nothing left to sort in the house.We will carry on sorting today.A trip to the tip will definitely be on the cards this week.

Sounds like a perfect day yesterday Marydoll?

So pleased you will be able to speak to your sister on Skype harri.

Have a good day all and thinking of Cherry,crazyH and Bluesapphire?

(I'm new to this. How do I copy a user name in bold print, as most of you do? When I copy and paste it doesn't come out bold. Thanks.)

You put a star sign * at the beginning and end of the person’s name MellowYellow
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Good morning from the NE coast where we have a cloudy, dull and cool start to Sunday . Look like another day like yesterday where we had some pretty heavy rain and a few dry spells.

A busy day yesterday pulling out and stripping the bed in “The Owl room” (the name the children have given their room at mine). It has a huge colourful mural on one wall with owls and birds sitting in a large tree. The bedding is cartoon owls and there is a large owl rug too. Lovely for a toddlers room (which is how it started) but the older grandchildren have forbidden me to remove it or “it wouldn’t be the owl room anymore grandma” anyway little Evie Button loves it too.

Did a little bit shopping and then met DD and little Miss for a walk in the rain .

Nothing much planned for today . We have some fresh Sea Bream for dinner . Might go mad and make DH some home made chips to go with it . His favourite .

So pleased you And your DH had some lovely family visits Marydoll and glad Mr had a good birthday .

I watched “on Chesil Beach” a couple of weeks back Harri . I found it quite sad .

The huge shopping centre where my DD works is one of those effected too mancgirl and 12Michael They are all owned/managed by the Intu group who are apparently over £4.5 Billion in debt .... I honestly don’t think this could be caused by the lockdown alone as they have still been getting most of their rent . Bad management, bad financing and greed comes to mind . Apparently they were seeking a cool Billion £ lifeline way back in January . Hoping that a rescue package can be found as there are thousands of jobs at stake .

Thinking of those feeling sad, poorly or upset especially BlueSapphire . Wishing CrazyH could get some positive news about her little grandson. The waiting much be agony .

Have as good a Sunday as possible everyone .
Love Gillybob x

Does crazyH post on here?
I too have been thinking about her worry over her grandson.

Makes one wonder about these huge Meccas to the retail god going forward. Will our habits ever get back to those shopping fests? Strange to think how many people have been decluttering during lockdown. Will they now want to go out and buy more stuff and start over again? Hmm.

Good morning everyone from a wet and windy Glasgow. I have noticed a group of well staked tall white Canterbury bells have blown over so I will brace myself to go out and re stake them.

Good to hear DH had a lovely family get together for his birthday Marydoll.An emotional day for you both now that we can meet up with our families again. Pleased your surprise card arrived?. Well done Puzzler

No idea what to get up to today but it feels like a day to watch a good film, some reading and filling in some parts of the jigsaw we have on the go now that housework is done.

Looking forward to hearing what surprise your DD has in store for you Bellasnana

Hello if you are reading all our news BlueSapphire

Have a pleasant Sunday all and warm wishes to those with worries and struggles.

Urmstongran thank you!

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No Urms but CrazyH does have a thread dedicated to her poorly grandson where she asks everyone to think about him and/or pray for him .

www.gransnet.com/forums/grandparenting/1279768-Any-God-will-do-my-precious-grandson

Good Morning everyone. Hot, blue and calm here in the South ??.

So thrilled for you GrandMattie At last something wonderful is arriving at your door. Enjoy your time together.? A friend’s Daughter is working in India.....finding it absolutely impossible to fly back to France. Everyone is worried.

My idea of a pretty perfect day, Mellow - enjoy your peace and a catch up with fellow gardeners. Greyduster horseflies are the pits. I’m still being bothered by the odd bad bite reaction. This morning first thing one on my ankle was treated to an ice pack. Works like a charm. 10 minutes and all the heat and irritation goes. Enjoy your windy walk!

Marydoll what a party......no wonder you had tears. Hope you’re ‘resting today’ - excuse the bad language !

My dearest wish for later today is that I’m able - with no bad effects - to give a tiny meal of rice and chicken to my little pooch, Ludo, who has eaten nothing since Thursday morning due to vomiting. He’s so sad and just lies on his bed and looks at us. Of course he ate something unspeakable and is the author of his own misfortune but because he’s a chap with little brain, wouldn’t know that. Fingers crossed that all the torment will soon be over.

Have wet or dry, sunny or windy but a mainly happy day, everyone. Do whatever you can that brings a smile - but please keep SAFE. ??? Hugs x

Good morning Mick and all x

Lots of clouds, windy nut the sun is trying to break through here in S E Essex.

Marydoll it sounds like your DH had a fun filled birthday.

Love the sound of the owl room Gillybob ?

I am having a slow start to the day after the third night in a row of broken sleep. GrandpaGravy is on breakfast duty. Then I will make some burgers this evening, with home made chips, coleslaw and salad.

I have to edit my Waitrose delivery, might start a new book on my kindle other than that no plans.

DD popped round with GSs yesterday, so lovely to see them, the baby is so used to smiling and seeing people on FaceTime it's his normal.

Have a peaceful Sunday,

Keep safe and well folks?

Good morning from a windy west coast. Son has gone home after fruitlessly waiting for two days for arrival of freezer, but has fixed up my bicycle, not cycling today! and lots of little jobs I’m very grateful for. I’m feeling cheerier but still fed up with the COVID-19 situation and plans gone awry.
Excitingly, I have cleared all the junk from the top of the wardrobe, will dust and try not to put anything back?The cat has taken the huff and is not sleeping in my bedroom but keeping guard in the hall.
I have started reading bitchy Lady Colin Campbell’s book on Harry and Meghan, guilty pleasure and a load of tosh, but revealing about their characters. The author is no fool. Started watching the Inspector Alleyn mysteries on tv as have a crush on the (younger) Patrick Malahide?
Have a nice day everyone.

Good Morning All x
Not the nicest of days weather-wise, cool, breezy and the threat of rain. Not that it matters as there's no washing to speak of and I won't be moving anywhere. Peculiar weather though.

A rather thick Welsh pork chop for dinner today, it's like a small roast so I'll do just that---roast it, with roast pots. and froz. sprouts. Apple pie for afters. That'll go down nicely

It's coming up to 4 months since I entered a supermarket, can't believe it being that I was a regular visitor to Asda, but nonetheless I've still managed---even without the mooching.
Did I need everything I used to buy ? Probably not.

Expect a visit in the morning from D after she's dropped the children off at school, to keep me updated on present situations with one thing and another.

It's my Catherine Cookson day with 3hrs of her Gambling Man later on. Although I've seen it before I still enjoy her stories/films as they're easy to follow and keep my memory ticking over of them.

Good to hear that everyone's relatively chirpy in their corners of the world. It lifts the spirits to know that everybody's coping well in such odd times. Keep it up and stay safe xx