Good Morning Saturday

Beautiful painting Sparklefizz you are very talented.

Marydoll it's Getaway Trump in the 12.57 at Musselburgh (sorry wrong spelling last time). Sounds like you'll get some peace if your DH is busy studying form!

Good morning Mick and all from a S Welsh coast.
Fruit and veg delivery this morning from a local shop.
Nothing planned today, little enthusiasm for anything.
Thinking of Auntyflo and good to hear that her medical team are setting up a treatment plan for her.
Have a pleasant day everyone and best wishes to those with worries.

Good morning everyone from a misty, damp Essex by the sea. We are forecast snow overnight tonight and tomorrow, it will be the first snow for many years. Living right by the sea it doesn't happen often.
I'm sorry to hear your news Auntieflo, I wish you well. I have a very close family member awaiting biopsy results next week, all my fingers are crossed.
The vaccine seems to be rolling out slowly around here, our health centre is not doing it and as DH and I are both under 70 I'm not sure how long we will have to wait.
DH has gone to the butcher, hopefully he was first in the queue. Rugby this afternoon so he will be happy.
We watched The Dig last night, really enjoyed it and I'm planning on reading more about Sutton Hoo.
I hope you can all find a ☺ today, take care, stay safe and look after each other xx

Good morning everyone from a windy, wet and cold morning here on the east coast of Fife.

Exciting news yesterday I received my blue letter with my vaccine appointment however I phoned requesting a home visit. I’m having a duvet day today as I had a near event early on. I was so close to fainting luckily my dh was close by and he heaved me back on to my bed as the consultant says I’ve to get in the recovery position when my blood pressure drops like that. Thankfully it didn’t come to anything and I’m having my early morning cup of tea now.

I hear the rain bashing down on the windows I’m soooo cosy here in my lovely bed. I’m so blessed. Have a good day everyone be kind to yourself and smile it’ll go a long way spring is just around the corner. Hopefully we’ll be allowed out of these local travel restrictions in the next few weeks then we’ll be off like the wind to see some of our family. Just a look will do us just fine.

Good morning Mick, granMattie, Auntieflo and all GNs from a cold but sunny South Glos. We may get snow tomorrow.

Marydoll and Mick, your bodies have been through such trauma, you certainly need some down time. I learnt the hard way that if we don't give our body the rest it needs, it will go on strike till it gets it! Hope you can both take it easy without feeling guilty today.

How did you vax go, NanKate? Hope you haven't suffered any side effects.

This is the painting I started recently and finished yesterday. It's just a copy of a Christmas card which I kept because it looked cute. Now to find something else to paint before I lose my motivation again. I am quite fancying something with a dry stone wall after seeing Happyme's photos.

I hope you managed to sleep after your upsetting day yesterday Auntieflo.

Special thoughts who all who are troubled or not well. x

Beauregard, can you please remind me of your horse's name? Years ago, I went to the racing a year at Musselburgh, its quite a small course. Good luck!
Ayr was our stamping ground, as we lived in Troon. My children still talk about the day my four year old tumbled from the top of the stand, all the way to the bottom. ?
They were frequent visitors to the course.
DH went for his Racing post, over an hour ago. Nothing gets in the way of that! ?

Good morning, Michael and all GNs from a grey, wet South Yorkshire. Mick good to have you back; but don’t overdo it, please. We walked up the to country park and back yesterday while the weather was good, so not too fussed if we don’t go out today. There is sport on tv so that will keep DH out from under my feet. I have offered to make GS a cake for his upcoming birthday so I had better make a start on that. Fish and chips for lunch, hopefully. Have a good safe day, one and all.

Morning all from a cold and frosty Wiltshire. I had real trouble opening up the yard this morning as the padlocks were frozen solid. In the end I had to pop back to the house to get a flask of hot water to pour over them - it looks beautiful though. We were able to collect a calf from our neighbours dairy farm yesterday’s put on Nancy who had had the stillborn calf. I think it’s going to take a couple of days for them to ‘fall in love’ but she will let him feed if we put her in the crush (a box to hold a cow still) while he suckles. The calf has been named Dumpy Bag as that’s what he sat in in the back of the land rover on the journey home! We’ve got bad weather from tomorrow so today I’m going to split the triplet baring ewes off and bring them into the barn just to give them a bit of extra cosseting. I normally keep them out on grass as long as possible pre-lambing as grazing keeps them active but I’ve just got a gut feeling that they’d do better in the barn over the cold spell.
Wishing you all a good day.

Oh marydoll sorry you’re feeling down , but it’s awful you’ve not had any communication about your vaccine yet. I really hope this is sorted soon for you.

Good morning all from Derbyshire where it's currently dry.

A walk might be on the cards this morning. This afternoon it's racing followed by rugby on tv., so dinner will need to be something that doesn't involve a great deal of preparation. Unfortunately the healthy eating plan has now resumed which rules out most fast food and takeaways.

"My" horse is running today at Musselborough - a long way to go from his base in Wiltshire, but the trainer has chosen this course to try and get better ground conditions for the horse to run on, as many other courses are heavy going at the moment, which he doesn't like. Further rain due this morning may scupper that plan though. Marydoll Will your DH be following the racing this afternoon? Unfortunately this particular race isn't on Itv though.

Lovely idea to have the afternoon tea delivered grandMattie. They'll love that. Great to hear all the good news about people getting their jabs. Hope Marydoll is feeling better and her friends granddaughter has safely had her baby.

to AuntieFlo and all with worries and illness to contend with.

Have a good Saturday all.

Good morning all, from a Glasgow, at least its not raining. Another day doing nothing, planned, apart from troubleshooting my printer. I am determined to solve the problem.

DD and SIL, will be up with my prescriptions, t will be good to see a different face. I think I'm getting on DH's nerves! ?

I'm a bit surprised you were allowed out and about Mick. After my heart attack last month and despite negative Covid tests in hospital, I had to self isolate, in case I had picked up Covid in hospital. Is there no-one in your complex, who could help with shopping? Take it easy Mick and don't push yourself too much.

Although I too have an exemption from wearing a mask, I had to wear it for most of my stay in hospital. I was too scared not too. A friend's husband caught Covid in the same hospital I was in and died yesterday. Its so cruel. ? I keep thinking how fortunate I was to get off scot free.

I have no news of my friend's granddaughter yet. I spoke to two other mutal friends yesterday and they hadn't heard anything. As soon as I have heard anything, I will let you all know.

You have probably sussed I'm a bit low today. Despite my increased heart meds, I'm only feeling a tiny bit better and we are running out of options.
I had a day of self indulgent wallowing yesterday, so no more!! It wasn't helped by three younger friends in good health getting the vaccine, when the shielders have been totally abandoned by the Scottish Govt. ?
There are posters on GN with much greater crosses to bear than I have, so time to give myself a shake.?

Stay safe everyone and for those who are receiving their vaccine today, good luck! The more who get it the better.
I shall come back tomorrow in a better frame of mind!

Good morning Mick, so pleased that you have ventured out, take care though if going out without a mask, it’s such an important item to wear at the moment.

We have freezing fog in Oxfordshire, DH is having a bad reaction to the Covid Jab, just stripped his saturated bed and I assume that he’s found another bedroom to sleep in, don’t want to hunt for him in case I wake him up.
So, bed totally stripped, mattress topper turned around, duvet airing out in Conservatory and the Electric blanket is on in case he has soaked the other bed and needs to get back into his, so much for an easy Saturday. Hopefully it’s just a 24 hour thing.

Hope everyone has a peaceful day and please take care.

Good morning all from a frosty, foggy S Hants. I felt so sorry for DD yesterday, Friday is her day off working in a school, both grandchildren decided to have a squabbling day. I suppose for all of us some days are just too much, in normal times we would have whisked them off here overnight to give her a break. Anyway, might get up to the allotment today to cover over the half not dug over yet, will be a quick trip as it’s cold which doesn’t suit my Raynauds. I’m going to make cauliflower cheese to have with steak tonight and homemade chips.
Special thoughts with those bearing sad news yesterday. Have a gentle day all.

Good morning everyone from Inverness where we’ve had more snow again and it’s freezing cold and icy
The afternoon tea treat sounds lovely GM I’m sure they’ll love it!
Today even though it’s so cold we’re going to wrap up warm and find a walk somewhere. I know it’s the same every day but I feel so much better after a walk so need to keep going.
Enjoy your day today beechnut I hope you get lots of laughter, and scentia enjoy making your guinea pig run with your little helper ?
Thinking of everyone with worries and struggles, take care all whatever the day brings ?

Good morning Mick and all

Nothing planned for today, I might go to our local butcher and tiny Sainsbury’s both at the other end of my road. We had a takeaway from the Indian restaurant last night it was scrumptious and makes a change from my cooking.

Our 5 yr old GS is 6 next week and he is so upset and anxious, no party, no cousins or friends. His party last year was cancelled as Covid was just emerging my heart breaks for him and all the tinies.

Keep safe and well folks ?‍♀️

Good morning to Mick and other early birds from a very frosty Torbay! ?

It’s good that you are feeling well enough to be out, Mick, and I hope your medication continues to keep you that way. A year ago, I was diagnosed with stable angina and it took a few months for the correct dosage of the various meds to be sorted out.

I’m glad your restful day has paid off, grandMattie, and it’s helpful when people share their experiences, post vac. Locally, we learn that surplus vaccines are available in Exeter this weekend if you don’t mind travelling there, with some Pfizer ones in Plymouth having to be destroyed, which is so disappointing. It’s a pity there isn’t a list of folk willing to turn up at short notice. I’m hoping to be called soon to our local centre in Torquay.

It must be so hard for our young folk, with limited contact with friends and no opportunities to participate in the things we all took for granted as teenagers. e.g. clothes shopping, cinema, parties, bowling, etc. Being at home so much is hard enough for our generation but it’s less frustrating than for our young people.

A toddle to local shops when it’s less icy is all I have planned for today. Wishing you all a good w/e and hoping our friends in the S.E. don’t have too much snow. ☃️❄️⛄️

Good Morning everyone. Very foggy here in N. Bucks.

I’m excited today. DD2 rang last night to say that her car was booked in for MOT . She lives 8 miles away in a different county but the garage in our tow is her nearest. Haven’t seen her ‘in the flesh since October. She suddenly realised that as she would be in town legitimately we could meet for a ( distanced walk)walk whilst she waited for her car. Just hope I can see her through the fog !

DH has said he will make dinner this evening. That doesn’t happen often so another good thing today.

Otherwise another of sewing and crochet will keep me busy.

Thinking of all with worries or pain.

Hope you can all find a ? today.

Good morning all from a cold north Surrey, light ground frost today, we may get snow tonight, seem to be on the edge of the warning zone.
I am hoping I have turned the corner with this damn cold as have slept much better. Yesterday’s video call with nurse was bizarre as I had to examine my own glands and then she looked at my throat with my phone camera and torch, I think this is going to be the new normal. Thinks a virus (not THE virus) and keep doing what I am already doing.
Auntieflo I am so sorry to hear your news yesterday wasn’t good, keep hope in your heart that the treatments offered will help. Sounds like you have a good support network around you and of course you have your GN friends too.
Georgesgran I do hope your DH had a comfortable night in hospital and they are starting the treatment quickly.
GrandMattie what a lovely treat to send to your DGDs. I have ordered some books to arrive today for DGSs who were so good for me when I was feeling poorly and still had to look after them this week.
We are going to try out Urms SOAP dish tonight, hoping it is another house where it is another menu to add to our “go to” list
Wishing all a gentle Saturday

Good morning from Tasmania where we have had torrential rain.

Meant to be fine tomorrow so may venture out to local market for a look.

We are very lucky here - no cases of Covid at the moment and life goes on as normal, we can go anywhere we like, meals, shopping etc, visit anyone we want to.

I am very sorry for the situation you people are suffering and for so long too.

Kindest regards to all.

Good morning from a grey but still dry and mild Colchester. We have an amber weather warning for snow tonight.
DD2 moved house successfully yesterday and sent us photos of DGS in his first garden and sound asleep late last night.
DS is home for the weekend as he is now getting regular Covid tests. I am hoping he will help me sort the stuff in his room.
I have a pile of ironing to tackle including his uniform. Steak and chips for tea.

Morning from South Bucks, early for me on a Saturday but I’ve just read Beechnut’s recipe request so here it is...
As I’d mentioned yesterday, I saw this on Gransnet years ago and have made it regularly ever since, (quantity adjusted for just 2 of us.)
www.gransnet.com/recipes/dish/5844-Slow-roast-salmon-with-white-wine-and-thyme-risotto-recipe
Off for a National Trust walk this morning, weather looks damp and murky so far, but we need the fresh air and change of scenery... much as I love my village I’ve seen more than enough of it lately!
Oh, and welcome back Mick. It was this thread that originally drew me to Gransnet years ago - although I don’t post very often, I always read it.
Have a good, safe day everyone.

Good morning from misty West Berkshire .
Good to hear that you are getting back to your normal routines Mick as it can be quite disorientating being in hospital. Hope you will get your vacation soon .
I will make some soup and scones this morning for lunch and then give myself a manicure and pedicure whilst listening to the football on the radio this afternoon.

Thinking of those with challenges in their lives .

Good morning all from a dry, just light coming in Welwyn, Herts.
Good to see Mick is back at the helm, hope you're feeling better. Thanks to GM and MD for filling in meanwhile.
Today should be an easy day for me, no DGC to care for, just a wash and the usual tidying. Dinner I'll think about later, have still got some leek and potato soup from yesterday for starters.
Monday is our big day, both DH and myself have got our vaccine appointments at the same time, so it will be a relief to have it done. Hopefully it will help us all to get out of this lockdown and back to some sort of a normal life.
I wish you all a good day.

Good morning Mick and all from dark Anglesey. Wow I haven’t been up this early for a long time. Have been summoned for my jab at 9 am woohoo.
Another one of us on the road to hopefully suppressing the virus and allowing us to open up slowly.
Glad you enjoyed fish and chips Mick. Glad you’re able to be out and about.
I am not so brave but as I’m going to be in Holyhead I might even call in to the newsagent for a paper so that I can post on the cartoon thread.
Small pleasures.
Off for a shower and to find loose clothing to wear as instructed.
Good wishes to all to come