Soop's welcoming kitchen for friendly folk

Thrilled for you ann. The unexpected means a lot.

Lucky me had flowers and some very good looking chocolates the oscopy food limitations only allow me to admire.

It’s always a mixed day for me. 30 years ago on Mothering Sunday I sat with my Mum as she was dying. I know, it’s a long while ago but no matter the date Mothering Sunday always brings sadness.

How lovely to get that card lucky, he’s a thoughtful and appreciative boy. As to your boys n&g they never fail to bring a smile. Good news about Sam. Real progress.

Hope you don’t have too much of a shock charley. Best sit down to hear the cost.

Have the best day you can everyone. Off to right some blown over garden things. Still very windy here.

That is lovely - how very thoughtful of him. You must be delighted. Enjoy ann!

Good morning all.Happy Mothering Sunday to you.
My S who keeps everything close to his chest and has been known to not even wish me Happy Birthday when living with us ,has taken me completely by surprise today by leaving me a basket full of sauces, jams and chutneys.
I an so thrilled I just had to tell someone.

Love the feet!

I had been helping DGS with his homework over lockdown and when he went back to school on Monday they all had to make a card to a female they admire for International Women's Day, and he did one for me to thank me for doing the schoolwork with him! Bless!

Morning all,

News on Mia Hellogirl? I hope she got home safely. That's the bonus for dogs these days as there is no free roaming .

Soop I am impressed at your decluttering energy. I have been promising myself I will do the children's room but have yet to get started.

I think the kitchen is a bit like Dr Who's Tardis Urms it simply expands to fit everyone in. I like it because it lets me dip in and out and kindness is guaranteed here .

Sam is doing well this morning , even going so far as to drink from his water bowl- the first time for a week !

Afternoon tea being delivered from our local café this afternoon as a celebration of Mothers Day . The little boys sent me a gift- I'll add a picture ;-)

Happy Mothers Day all xx

Hellogirl I do hope that minx has returned home. It is so worrying.

It is a dry if cold day here today. I am having a man pop in later to give me quotes on various jobs which have been stacking up. I have a feeling I may need a seat when he tells me. This house owning lark is not cheap.
TOYA

Reincarnation doodle? Now there’s a thought .

I hope Mia is home safely hellogirl, sorry you’re so understandably worried

You’ve had a sad time susan, the ripples from covid are horrendous.

It’s been an OK day here. Covid test was straightforward once we found the testers. Wasn’t expecting a private ambulance in a tiny car park. The test happened through the car window which was good for me, less so for their person having to stand in the wind and rain. I really must find a purpose tomorrow, just faffing with emails today. Please send some of your focus soop, it would do me no harm to get stuck in to something - anything.

Kevin is definitely cute ann, would love one of ours to have a dog so I could borrow it . Thursday will soon come n&g, hope Sam is more comfortable tomorrow

Best get to sleep, it will help me find, or at least look for, some motivation

Sleep well everyone. TOYA.

Hello to you Doodle!
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I think some of us have migrated here as the ‘sister thread’ to Mick’s GM one. It’s similar, gentle and caring.

That said, I’m sure it must be daunting to all you regulars to sift through us all, hoping to keep up to date with the core, cosy group. I do hope joining hasn’t spoilt anything, that would be awful. A bit like recommending a quiet, unspoilt holiday venue - to discover the following year that so many new holidaymakers have unwittingly changed the whole character of the place.
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Luckygirl welcome to the kitchen. It’s a very busy place these days so not much chance of keeping up with everything.
Just post when you can ?
Muse hope you can help your son get through this. Shame his company weren’t a bit more helpful.
Susan sorry your family have had such sad times. Hope the little ones are ok.
ann I love little Kevin. What a cutie.
corner my dyslexia strikes again. The first time I read your post I thought you said you were getting ready for reincarnation. ?
N&G poor Sam and his itches. Glad he’s feeling brighter though.
I too hope Mia returns safely Hellogirl
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I hope Mia comes home soon Hellogirl1 you must be frantic by now.
And Susan you’ve had a tough time by the sounds of it. ?

‘Evening All’
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Almost too late to post really. The late afternoon and then evening just got away with me. A slip and cut lip for the baby of our family on the playpark. A fat swollen upper lip. Mummy said Calpol and a cuddle once home but it upset me. We received a bedtime FaceTime from them which reassured me. Ah well, all’s well that ends well.

annsixty puppy Kevin is just adorable! Very cute. Lovely photo.

Wishing us all a peaceful night ahead. x

‘Goodnight All’.

Hellogirl I am praying for you that Mia returns home safely.
Molly has never been out for longer than a few hours, usually 20 mins, but I know just how worried I have been.
My D has 3 cats and one was missing for about 36 hours, they were all distraught and posted on Facebook, got the vets involved, and the little s.d walked in as though it was normal.
Having said that it was several days before she went out again, she must have been shut in somewhere.
Susan so sorry for you all for the fact that you have been through so much sadness, it is nice to see you posting again, you are amongst friends and support.
TO everyone else, awful weather here today and for the last few days , it is now pouring down and windy.
Roll on summer.

Susan - so sorry to hear all this sad news.

Such sad news Susan, it takes a lot to rise above all that.
Luckygirl, glad to hear that you`re finally moving into your new home, all the best.
Ann, Kevin is gorgeous, but I`m not too keen on his name.
Feeling very low at the moment, Mia went out at around 5pm yesterday, and still hasn`t returned, and she`s not done that before. I`m beginning to have bad feelings about it. I`ve notified our vet, plus 2 other vets, and myself, and 2 of my daughters have been for walks around to look for her, to no avail.

Such sad news Susan56. Pleased you have many around for support.

We had rain, wind, hail and sun by 9:30am. However, I managed to get a long walk with Mya early afternoon without getting wet. Drenched the past two days.

Long chat with daughter when I got back. She's sounding so positive despite her ex continuing to be very unresponsive about support for their daughter.

Parcel and two envelopes for me in our post box today

All Sainsbug's delivery arrived yesterday so it's ribs, jacket potato and coleslaw (with added extras) in half and hour. Pud are 2 mini syrup sponges with my custard. Enjoying a glass of very dry rose. I was going to get the sole gin out for a first taste. Elderflower tonic in the delivery. That will be for Mum's day tomorrow.

Be kind to yourselves

Thank you for all your kind messages.

Grandmabatty, hope you are starting to feel better.

Good news about Sam?hope he continues to improve.

TOYA

Ann Kevin looks gorgeous and very obedient.

N&G I am so pleased that Sam is feeling better but Thursday is a long way away when you cannot explain to the little man why he has to stay indoors. I hope the itchiness calms down.
TOYA

Gorgeous little Kevin - how cute is he Ann!
Today has been really cold here in Inverness, sunny but with a cold wind and occasional sleety showers. We’ve been at Brodie Castle most of the day with DD2 and two DGC, 6 and 7. They thoroughly enjoyed the playground and spent ages on the zip wire and the climbing frame whilst we stood around getting chillier and chillier? Home now for a lazy tea of pizza and a large glass of ?... I admire you waiting until the magical hour of 9pm soop, unfortunately I just can’t wait ...

Galen - where you be?

Uplifting update from N&G and our boy, Sam. Keep up the good work, we are very fond of you.

I had a mad moment earlier this afternoon. Spent a couple of hours foraging through the lower shelves of a book case on which I've been placing oddments and magazines (dozens of them) that did nowt but collect dust. Then, into the music room come studio, where I filled a huge cardboard box with "stuff" that has no purpose...other than to collect more dust.
Tomorrow's task is to start clearing the wardrobes of clothing, some new, that may never be worn. Clutter-bugs! Me. Time for change. Clear the decks. Do something useful.

The sun is shining. It has been a grey wet day. Suddenly the islands have emerged from behind a curtain of mist. I am hoping that the sun puts in an appearance for you. I shall raise my glass of Saturday night G&T to wish you well. I have to wait until the magical hour of nine. It's a sort of house-rule. Not always adhered to.

I shall return to our kitchen tomorrow. Thank you, as always, for your company.

Sad times Susan ?
Grandmabatty hope you recover soon, apparently short lived in most ?
Today’s delight was a doorstep visit from DD and the two GC’s dropping a card in, gorgeous flowers were delivered half an hour ago. A swift walk today, it felt cold so quick steps, we were watching football, heavy hail in London. Spicy cottage pie made for dinner and Tesco’s delivered with no subs, we’ll have a drink in a minute. Take care all.

Afternoon all,

Sorry to hear your sad news Susan that is a lot to deal with.

Kevin looks as naughty as 9pence as my Nan used to say. He's a keeper Ann.

We have made it through another day without Sam removing his stitches but its been touch and go. He is feeling lots better as evidenced by his desire to go out into the garden which he's not allowed to do except to do his business.

I cannot wait for his stitches to come out next Thursday !!

ann, Kevin looks adorable, but would your Molly agree if he came to visit? ?

I hear that hairdressers in Wales can open on Monday, but doubt if I'd get away with driving right across Cheshire to get to the border. My hair is a mop! I think we have to wait another four weeks - April 12th seems to be the magic date.
Susan, sorry to hear of all your bad news. Everything is magnified by our current situation. Maybe... just maybe, things will soon look better.
Grandmabatty, hope your bad reaction is waning now. My sister had the same experience and was fine within a couple of days. Her husband, who had the jag at the same time, had no reaction at all. My DiL had the A-Z today, so perhaps I will hear how/if she has reacted. I'm waiting for Pfizer no2 - first time was no worse than a sore arm for two days.

Susan, so sorry to hear that, so terribly sad.