Good Morning Saturday

Good morning Mick and co from a breezy but dry Torbay.

Post vaccination update: headache from early afternoon yesterday and again this morning with a stiff arm today but paracetamol interspersed with ibuprofen to the rescue. It so happens I have little planned for today, apart from a toddle to local shops!

Seeing kittylester's amazing icicle photos yesterday brought to mind a little anecdote from my teaching days:
The weather was similar to recent days and a Y5 girl came rushing into a mobile classroom, excitedly exclaiming,
“Come and see outside! There are t***icles hanging from the guttering!!”

I hope that has started your weekend with a smile and all your troubles will gradually melt away.

Good morning from Malta where it looks like another pleasant day.

Good to hear you are getting your jab, Mick, glad your brother can take you.

I’m already glued to the tennis although the ten hour time difference means I’ve missed a couple of matches I would have liked to watch. I remember my sister getting up in the wee small hours to watch cricket from Australia, clearly I’m not as dedicated a fan as I need my eight hours sleep.?

Wishing you all the best day possible. Take care.☀️

Morning Mick and All.

Pink sky, numbingly cold here in South Bucks.

I’m just about to join you Bellasnana for a full morning of tennis. I access it through Eurosport so I can watch replays, making a point of not looking online at the sports’ section which could give the results!

Another day nearer release folks ?

Morning Mick and all.
Glad you are having the jab today Mick...had mine yesterday, the Pfizer one..Impressed with the well run and safe layout at the surgery.
My neighbour/friend still has come out of hospital, bladder cancer, hes a paraplegic so thankfully not feeling pain but is feeling weak and nauseous ,I'm praying that he comes home which is where he would want to be.
Very cold here in Bolton..a walk with my sister later to cheer me up...
Keep on keeping safe and let's smile or even laugh in the face of adversity ?

Good morning everyone, from a bitterly cold Germany. My plans today? Going for a long walk while the dry weather lasts .
And dreaming of going on holidays !
Take care everyone

Good morning from a very cold E Kent. -4deg climbing to a heady 0deg later!
Such happy news about the baby and her mum, Marydoll. Thank you for letting us know.
Nothing on again.
No one has returned my mojo yet. Are you sure one of you isn’t hiding it?
Have a gentle day, released from the worst of pain, sorrow and worries. Stay safe. ?

Morning all from a still very cold south coast. -1.2c at 6am and only 18c indoors despite leaving the CH on at low overnight. I think it should start to get a bit less cold from tomorrow.

Yesterday DD and DGS came and collected our spare fridge, which is normally in the garage, with drinks in it. She has one of those wardrobe-sized double door fridges and this is the second time it has conked out. The small rescue fridge is at least 20 years old and still going strong. DH got it out onto the garden path before they arrived to collect it so we had no physical contact with them - just watched from the window as they got it into the car boot. 6ft3" DGS blew me a big kiss which made my day!

Pleased to see that the target of 15million vaccinations may well be achieved by today. I think it's a remarkable achievement and good to have something to feel positive about in this horrible pandemic.

Keep warm everyone and keep safe. We are getting there- there are two daffodils out in our garden despite the cold!

Good morning from pink- skyed West Berkshire. Feels a lot warmer today and no sign of a frost .

I woke this morning thinking that it was Sunday and started planning the day in my head , then realised it was Saturday. It feels as though I have gained a day bonus day in my life which is great ?
Good news about your jab Mick and that you will have some company too.

I missed a call from my surgery on Thursday when I was at my voluntary job and it transpired that it was to invite me for a ‘last minute’ jab on Friday as they needed to fill the clinic. I’m in cohort 5 and wasn’t expecting it yet .
I’ll keep my phone to hand next week as it looks like I’m near the top of the list .

I’m making pea soup and cheese scones this morning for lunch, my veggie son’s favourite. It’s very difficult to buy pea soup without meat in it .

Football this afternoon on the radio , we really need to win this one . Longing to be able to go to matches again

Wishing you all a safe and peaceful day .

Good morning everyone from South Manchester where it’s dry and although cold, there’s no ice about. The cars in the dark park behind the railway station aren’t iced up this morning. The sky is a fiery pink over to the east as the sun’s coming up, outlining the Pennines - always a good sign.

Great news to share from Urmston Towers - I don’t have diabetes (blood test done Tuesday) and I’m getting my first Covid jab next Wednesday lunchtime at a local ‘hub’ GP surgery.

My uncle rang yesterday from Oldham to tell me my 80y old aunt had her first jab on Wednesday - at home (she has severe agoraphobia this past 7y) done by the Army! Apparently a huge soldier came in, had to duck at the doorway, was as wide as he was tall and was gentleness and kindness itself.

Hope Saturday is good to us all and that you find your mojo again soon granMattie. You must be feeling a bit lost without it dear lady. I loved the amusing story Ashcombe a great start to the day! Keep safe everyone that’s the main thing. x

Great news, Urms.
When I had my MOT at 70, I was furious to be told that I could be prediabetic, and my cholesterol was 0.1 above “normal”, so should go on statins etc. When re-done, both were normal as I thought, but it did make me very anxious

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Good morning Mick and all GNs from a very cold South Gloucestershire.

Hope your vaccination goes well, Mick and everyone else who is having theirs today. I like your comment "Another day nearer release" NanKate. That's how I feel, and have been on high since my 1st vax. The uptake in our age group seems to be very high so we are all of the same mind. As you say GagaGran, the vax target looks like being achieved and it's been remarkable - something to be proud of.

Will be having an unexpected visit from my son this morning who's in my bubble as I live alone. Usually we have a garden visit but it's much too cold, plus he is going to move some furniture for me so will come into the house fully masked, and I will keep my distance. How I long to hug him. I know I will cry when eventually I can.

Keep warm and safe everyone. Special thoughts to any who are ill or anxious. x

Good Morning everyone from Severnside. We have a very pink sky and it’s dry and cold.

Good news on the thread towards health and new baby.

I heard my phone ringing yesterday. I don’t often answer but I almost ran down the stairs just in case and yes it was my surgery. I am going for mine on Tuesday. I just had chance to write it on the calendar and the doorbell rang. It was the boiler service. A FaceTime with my daughter later so all in all I had a good day.

Stay safe and it should warm up next week ?
Thanks for the laugh Ashcombe

Good morning from north Surrey, set to be another cold, dry day.
Ashcombe your story reminds me of when, in front of my 6th form schoolmates, I translated the french word organisme incorrectly, I wanted the ground to open up and swallow me, very embarrassing.
A brisk dog walk in the cold with DH this morning and then have work this afternoon.
Wishing all a good day

Good morning Mick and all, it is cloudy, windy and perishing cold here on the S Welsh coast. The heating is on and whilst the bedroom is warm, the ensuite was like walking into a fridge. Mr L has taken the puppy for a walk.
Still no side effects from our vaccines on Wednesday, I am glad as I had a very sore arm from the flu injection in the Autumn.
Ironing to do this morning, what joy, then I will wrap up and go for a walk. A fruit and veg delivery at some point, then sirloin steak, new pots and mushrooms to look forward to for supper.
I think my mojo must be hiding with yours grandMattie.
Have a pleasant day everyone, keep safe.

Good Morning all from East Staffordshire where it is freezing ?
I don’t intend to go out anywhere today, I am staying in my PJ’s all day.
I insulated the Guinea Pig hutch after work yesterday and today, if the Linen turns up I will start on the curtains. Just remembered I will have to drive to the factory to get a Stanley knife so I can finish putting the vinyl tiles on the base of the hutch, but I will go in my PJ’s no dressing required. Here in Burton on Trent it is quite acceptable to do that and you are still considered ‘quite posh’ as I always dress to go shopping ??
DH got a text to go for his vaccine and has an appointment tomorrow afternoon. He is now insisting that his heart condition is far worse than me only having 1 kidney as I haven’t yet been called. I said it’s because he is so much older??? (he isn’t!)
Take care everyone and stay safe, and be happy if you can.x

Good morning Mick and all

Pleased you are getting your jab today Mick

Urmstongran good news regarding your blood tests and you getting the Jab next week along with Beechnut

It’s -3 outside we may reach 1 later, clear blue sky and sunny, snow still covering the garden.

Pottering today, might go to local butcher or just raid my freezer!!!!

Keep safe and well folks ?‍♀️

Good Morning all. Cold but no frost in N. Bucks.

I will be having my vaccination on Wednesday.

Dd3 and family have to be in town for an appointment this morning so we will have a driveway chat on their way back. They only live 8 miles away but we haven’t seen them live since November.. It’s strange that this week we have been able to have a live , if distanced chat with all 3 DDs. Will make the most of it as who knows when it will happen again.

Otherwise a local food shop and the usual sort of day.

Good news Urms and pleased to hear about the safe arrival of the baby Maryoll.

Hope you all find a ?today.

Good morning all from Glasgow. Dry, chilly but we have a beautiful crimson sunrise this morning.

Good news re. Your blood results Urmston.

My first jag today. ?. I have been told those who are vaccinated by a GP are given the AZ vaccine and those whose appointment is at a hub are given the Pfizer vaccine here. As my appointment is at a local venue, I look forward to seeing familiar faces again. A pity we can’t have a celebration in the car park.?

Pleased to hear your medical team are looking after you so well Mick and your brother will be taking you for your appointment.

Best wishes to all for a good Saturday, although, I had to look at the top of the screen to find out what day it was! Take care.

Good morning all from a grey and frozen Wiltshire, although not for much longer as, judging by the weather forecast, today is the last day of the freeze - yay - last day of frozen troughs and struggling to get all the livestock watered!?. Yesterday we finally got the barn emptied and cleared out so today I can start setting up the lambing pens. Every year it reminds me of the excitement of setting up for a big party, followed by the anxious wait to see if anyone turns up! With 160 ewes due to start lambing in the next week or so, I’m sure it’ll soon be standing room only! DH has very kindly gone to check round everything this morning giving me an extra half hour before I need to go out as he says I need to make the most of a lazy start before lambing starts so I’m having an extra cuppa before I get going - very indulgent!
I’m sorry to hear of lost mojos - I think that many of us have ‘hit the wall’ in this long, drawn out battle against COVID. I’m struggling so much with not seeing my lovely children and grandchildren for the last 6 months. Who would have thought a year ago what was ahead of us? On a positive note, the farm has never been so tidy and organised without the distraction of family coming to visit, but oh, how I miss them ?. Hey ho, Spring is nearly upon us and hopefully, better times ahead.
Have the best day you can and enjoy the smallest of pleasures that life offers.

Good morning everyone from Inverness where it’s another cold start to the day but forecast to get warmer from tomorrow ?
A bit of a drama this morning as the heating won’t start, turns out that we’ve got a low voltage electrical fault in the area. Got really good responses from SSE via Twitter and a very friendly helper has assured me all will be fine by 9.30 so will see .... at least the internet is still working!
You made me laugh Ashcombe a good start to the day!
Today I’m planning to meet DD2 and the DGC at Brodie Castle, a local NT property for a walk around the grounds and a visit to the playground. That should cheer everyone up especially if I’ve a few sweets in my pocket ...
Hope everyone finds something to enjoy today and take care all whatever the day brings ?

Good morning from sunny Colchester. It's our last day below freezing and the lying snow is starting to melt. Lots of icy patches on my short walk to Lidl yesterday.
Was surprised by DS as he came home for the 2nd weekend in a row. He is here for the week as a course has been cancelled.
Takeaway tonight, probably Pizza.

Morning Mick, morning All. Another cold start in Somerset. It seems there may be a little snow today, we’ve been left out so far.

Good blood test news urms. I’ve never had a PJ day Scentia, just don’t feel comfortable unless dressed when I’m up and about. Enjoy yours. Good to hear so many people reaching the top of the vaccine list.

A walk, post a couple of letters and a chat with friends this morning. No idea after that. Mr C is in charge of lunch so an easy enough day for me.

Take care everyone, hope lost mojos find their way home soon, special thoughts to those with heavy hearts.

Oooooh - a pyjama day scentia enjoy ! ??